From your first flight to preparing for your ATP certificate, Sling Pilot Academy provides the training, support, and resources to help you reach the airlines with confidence.
Our aircraft saved 5.3MIL lbs of greenhouse gas emissions in the last 12 months!
Sling Pilot Academy delivers a modern flight training experience with a fleet of 60+ glass-cockpit aircraft that are as advanced as they are fun to fly.
With 4 locations across Southern California, you get access to:
We offer 2 distinct paths for aspiring and current pilots. Whether you’re looking for flexible flight lessons or a full-time airline pilot career, we’ve got you covered.
Designed for full-time students ready to launch a career with the airlines in as little as 9-12 months.
Perfect for hobbyists, renters, and part-time students. Fly for fun or build hours at your own pace.
“…I can honestly say that the experience you gain at Sling Pilot Academy is worth its weight in gold. The advanced planes we fly in the complicated LA airspace put me way ahead of my SkyWest classmates. Keep working hard. I look forward to seeing you out on the line…”
Train full time alongside a cohort of future airline pilots, with structured scheduling and dedicated instructors from your first flight to the flight deck.
Eligible Sling Pilot Academy students have direct access to SkyWest’s Pilot Pathway Program and qualify for access to partnership benefits.
3 Consecutive Years:
2023, 2024 & 2025
Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Flight Schools In the US
