The highest level of pilot license there is. This license is required to act as a captain for a Major Airline, Regional, Commuter, and On Demand operation. No training is required for this license; a pilot need only meet the minimum requirements listed below. Beverly Flight Center, however, can help aid pilots in preparing for the required FAA Written Exam and/or the Flight Exam.
What Can You Do With An Airline Transport Pilot Certificate?
An Airline Transport Pilot is afforded the same privileges as a Commercial Pilot with an Instrument Rating. In addition, the pilot may act in the role as Captain for a Part 121 operation (Air Carrier) or a Part 135 operation (Commuter & On Demand).
Minimum Requirements To Obtain An Airline Transport Pilot Certificate:
1.) Commercial Pilot Certificate with an Instrument Rating |
2.) 1,500 hours of total time as a pilot |
3.) 500 hours of cross-country flight time |
4.) 100 hours of night flight time |
5.) 75 hours of instrument flight time (actual or simulated) |
6.) FAA Medical Certificate |
7.) FAA Written Exam |
8.) FAA Flight Exam |