Become A Commercial Airline Pilot
Airlines are experiencing a critically high demand for new pilots with over 600,000 job openings by 2036, and rising pilot salaries.
Connect with a career advisor to learn how quickly you can become a successful commercial airline pilot.
Why Choose AeroGuard for Your Commercial Flight Training
- Accelerated, Professional Airline Pilot Training
- Up to 15% Lower Cost With Our High-Quality FAA-Approved Reduced Hour Courses
- Unmatched Training Quality and Safety Standards for your long-term career success
- 3 Locations across the U.S.
- Fully Financed Options Available with multiple lending partners
- Partnership with SkyWest Airlines offers students benefits at the largest regional airline
- $17,500 Tuition Reimbursement after SkyWest IOE
- Guaranteed First Officer final interview with SkyWest Airlines
- Take Control of your Career – SkyWest Airlines pilots are top recruits by every major airline in the industry.
- Guaranteed Interviews With Three Major Airlines: Delta, United and Alaska – with SkyWest Airlines
- Multiple Pilot Training Programs to meet your needs
Accelerated & Degree Based Programs
- Pilot Pathway Program Takes You from 0 Flight Experience to Airline Ready in as Little as 2 Years
- Complete 7 FAA pilot ratings and certifications
- Clear Path to 1,500 Flight Hours – Guaranteed CFI interview upon completion of training
- University Flight Training Affiliate Programs
- Complete your flight training with AeroGuard while obtaining your Bachelor’s Degree!
- AeroGuard partners with Arizona State University and Purdue Global University to offer two unique degree programs
- Graduate with 7 FAA certificates and flight ratings
- Rotor Transition Program Available for Current Helicopter Pilots Seeking a Commercial Airline Career
- Complete all necessary training in as little as 4 months
- A carefully optimized curriculum takes you from Airplane PPL to IR to CPLME
- International Student Commercial Pilot Programs
- Customized training programs to meet in-country and airline requirements
- Dedicated student-services team to help with relocation, housing, visas, immigration and more

AeroGuard Flight School Locations
- Phoenix, AZ Flight School
- Chandler, AZ Flight School
- Austin, TX Flight School
From Zero Experience to Commercial Airline Pilot in About 2 Years
Our Pilot Pathway Program is the most efficient and dependable way to launch your career in aviation.
- First Solo Flight & Private Pilot License
- Commercial Pilot License
- Certified Flight Instructor License
Pilot Training Phase
12 to 14 months
Graduate with 7 FAA Ratings and Certifications
Paid Pilot Intern Phase
14 to 18 months
Guaranteed Final Interview With SkyWest Airlines
Your Career Begins!