Qualified Military Pilots

Qualified Military Pilots

With a distinct pedigree in training ex-Military pilots, Vantage Aviation is the perfect solution for all your aviation requirements when transitioning from HM Armed Forces into the world of commercial aviation.

Having trained in excess of 250 ex-military pilots from both RW and FW across all three Services, we will tailor your flying course to the exact requirements based on your military experience and intended path into commercial aviation.

Proud to hold our ELCAS approval we are aware that the cost of flying training in the commercial world can come as a shock.  With Vantage Aviation you can be certain that you will be trained both professionally and efficiently to ensure you are ready for your first career outside of the military.

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At Vantage Aviation we fully understand that you will leave the Military with your own unique flying history.  We are proud that our unique pedigree means that we are able to tailor your flying training to the exact requirements you require to transition into the equally complex world of commercial aviation.

We offer the following courses but would welcome the opportunity to discuss your individual circumstances:

  • Rotary Wing to Commercial Rotary Wing
  • Rotary Wing to Commercial Fixed Wing
  • Fixed Wing to Commercial Fixed Wing
  • Fixed Wing to Commercial Rotary Wing
  • Fast Jet to Commercial Fixed Wing
  • Multi-Engine to Commercial Fixed Wing.

Most QMP can convert their Military experience to an CPL in as little as 5 hours plus a Type/Class rating.

Location

With flight training available at both Thruxton Airfield in the UK and in Tampa, Florida in the USA we can tailor your training package in the most time efficient and cost effective way. We are also able to provide accommodation and travel options at both locations.

Experience

Undoubtedly you will be leaving the Military with a wealth of Instrument flying. This will see you joining the wider world of commercial aviation with a huge skill-set to offer.

Accreditation

The accreditation that your military flying affords you can be complicated but at Vantage Aviation we will tailor all your training to your exact needs dependent on background and your intended career path in the Commercial world.  The civilian course depends on what type of IR you held in the Military; in simple terms a Procedural Rating (Non-Restricted) will allow training as required to issue a Civilian IR.  Please contact us so we can discuss the options available to you.

Location

Flight training is available from both Thruxton Airfield in the UK and in Tampa, Florida in the USA.  We are able to provide accommodation and travel options at both locations.

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