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ATP Flight School Launches American Airlines Cadet Training

ATP Flight School recently commenced training for its inaugural class of four cadets enrolled in the American Airlines Cadet Academy at its training center in Charlotte-Concord. This significant milestone represents the beginning of a promising pathway for a new generation of pilots, aligning with ATP's role as an official partner school for American Airlines.

In a statement celebrating the occasion, George Stahle, Managing Director of Regional Planning at American Airlines, expressed excitement about this partnership and its potential to empower aspiring pilots. He emphasized the importance of this initiative in an area that is vital to the airline, highlighting the momentum generated by the arrival of the first cadets in ATP's training program.

The four cadets will join 30 other students currently enrolled in ATP's renowned Airline Career Pilot Program, which is designed to expedite their training journey towards obtaining both commercial pilot and flight instructor certificates. The Cadet Academy framework provides students with an advantageous structure, ensuring they gain critical skills through an airline-oriented curriculum and access to a modern fleet and extensive training resources across the nation.

Upon graduation, the cadets will transition to gaining further experience as flight instructors. This experience is crucial as they then move on to roles within one of American's regional airlines before finally entering its mainline operations. As they progress along this career path, the cadets will receive indispensable support from ATP's dedicated training and career services teams, as well as mentorship opportunities from seasoned professionals at American.

Michael Arnold, Vice President of Marketing at ATP Flight School, underscored the significance of this partnership, noting that ATP has already placed over 1,500 graduates into employment with American Airlines' regional carriers. This collaboration focuses not only on fostering the next generation of professional pilots but also emphasizes ATP's commitment to providing clear pathways leading to successful airline careers for its students.

In light of this exciting launch, ATP and American Airlines are set to host an open house and informational session on September 24, 2025, at the ATP training center located at Concord Regional Airport (JQF). Beginning at 10:00 AM, this event will welcome aspiring pilots from the region to learn more about the Cadet Academy pathway. Participants will have the chance to engage with pilot recruiters from American Airlines and its regional partners, including Envoy Air, Piedmont Airlines, and PSA Airlines.

For further details about the event, interested individuals can visit the ATP Flight School website at atpflightschool.com/aaca-event.

About ATP Flight School

ATP Flight School is the largest flight training institution in the United States, dedicated to providing students with the most direct route to a successful aviation career. With 40 years of experience, ATP has established itself as a leader in professional flight training, supplying pilots to various airlines and corporate entities. For further information on ATP Flight School, visit ATPFlightSchool.com.