airline cadet pilot program europe

ADVANCE FLYING ACADEMY

Several European airlines and flight training academies offer Cadet Pilot Programs that provide structured training from zero experience to a commercial pilot license (CPL) with a frozen Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL). Some programs are self-funded, while others offer partial or full sponsorship.

Top Cadet Pilot Programs in Europe

1. British Airways Future Pilot Programme (UK)

Self-funded, but financing options available
Training at CAE Oxford Aviation Academy or L3Harris
Job offer as a First Officer upon completion
Must have the right to live and work in the UK

2. Lufthansa Aviation Training (Germany)

Open to EU and international students (with work eligibility)
Training at European Flight Academy (EFA)
Job opportunity with Lufthansa Group (Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines)
Partial sponsorship available for selected candidates

3. Ryanair Mentored Cadet Programme (Ireland/EU)

Open to international students
Training at partnered flight schools like CAE, Bartolini Air, and Skyborne
Self-funded, with a conditional job offer upon completion

4. Wizz Air Cadet Pilot Program (Hungary/EU)

Open to international students
Training with contracted flight schools in Europe
Self-funded, but employment guarantee upon successful completion

5. easyJet Pilot Training Programme (UK & EU)

Partnered with CAE and L3Harris
Open to UK and EU applicants
Self-funded, but with potential sponsorship options

6. Air France Cadet Pilot Programme (France)

Fully sponsored by Air France
Open to EU citizens
Training at École Nationale de l'Aviation Civile (ENAC) and other partner schools
Guaranteed employment as a First Officer

Self-Funded Flight Schools with Airline Partnerships in Europe

If you are looking for alternative paths to becoming an airline pilot, you can train with airline-affiliated flight schools that offer financing options and job placements:

CAE Oxford Aviation Academy (UK, Belgium, Spain) – Partners with many airlines
L3Harris Airline Academy (UK, Portugal) – Works with British Airways, easyJet, Ryanair
FTEJerez (Spain) – Partners with British Airways, Aer Lingus, Iberia
Bartolini Air (Poland) – Works with Ryanair
Skyborne Airline Academy (UK) – Offers placement programs

Requirements for Most Programs

Age: 18–30 years
Education: High school diploma or equivalent (some require a university degree)
English Proficiency: ICAO Level 4 or IELTS/TOEFL (if non-native)
Medical Certificate: EASA Class 1 Medical
Right to Live & Work in the EU (for some programs)

How to Apply

Check airline websites for open applications.
Pass entry tests (math, physics, aptitude, English).
Complete interviews & assessments (group tasks, HR interviews, simulator tests).
Obtain financing or sponsorship if required.
Secure a visa (for non-EU students training in Europe).

Would you like help choosing a specific program based on your nationality and budget?

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