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Launch Your Career as an Airline Pilot with the Zero Time to Airline® Program

Become an airline pilot with our Zero Time to Airline® pilot training program. As one of the best flight schools in the country, we’ve built a program that will help you become a capable pilot every airline wants to hire.

1,000

Certificates Issued Annually

85%

Checkride Pass Rate

14

Month Average Completion Time

1,000

Certificates Issued Annually

85%

Checkride Pass Rate

14

Month Average Completion Time

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Whether you’ve dreamed of being a pilot since you first laid eyes on a plane or you’re shifting to a new career, Zero Time to Airline® is the all-in-one professional pilot program for you.

Don’t let your flight training drag on for years, moving slowly through each rating. Jump right into your training full-time with financing options that will work best for you. Before you know it you’ll be meeting with our airline partners to start your career as an airline pilot.

If you’re ready to launch your aviation career, reach out to us today!

Discover the Advantages of Our Zero Time to Airline Program


Become a professional airline pilot with our Zero Time to Airline program.

This fast-paced program includes a progression through essential certificates and ratings including:

  1. Private Pilot Certificate
  2. Instrument Rating
  3. Commercial Certificate
  4. Certified Flight Instructor
  5. Certified Flight Instructor Instrument
  6. Multi-Engine Add-on

Each step is a building block towards your ultimate goal – a rewarding career as a flight instructor, paving your path to the airline industry.

Inclusive and Transparent Pricing

Our program fee includes all first attempt exam and checkride fees, ensuring no hidden surprises along your training journey.

It also includes additional training aids and resources to give you the tools you need to succeed.

With our range of financing options, we make it feasible for you to start your aviation school now. This is key to accelerating your progression into the airline industry, making your dreams more attainable than ever.

Our Airline Partners: Your Path from Student Pilot to First Officer

Find the perfect job with any of our regional airline partners.

Our airline partners regularly host recruiting events and information sessions at Thrust giving you the opportunity to interview each and find the right fit.

After completing commercial flight school and reaching the 1,500 minimum you’ll be ready to jump right into work as a first officer.

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AOPA Distinguished Flight School Award

Thrust Flight is honored to be selected as a Distinguished Flight School in the 2026 AOPA Flight Training Experience Awards.

This award highlights the industry’s top-performing schools and serves as a testament to our incredible instructors and staff and the high quality training they provide our students on their path to the flight deck.

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Mike
1 days ago
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Thrust is truly the gold standard of flight schools. They have the best fleet in the country equipped with glass cockpits and air conditioning; not to mention you’ll never have to miss out on flying because a plane is in maintenance there will always be a plane they can swap out for you. Michael, Nashon, and Yaniel work incredibly hard to make sure all student schedules are taken care of. Irma takes student services to another level by going above and beyond to make sure each student has what they need from one-on-one tutoring to organizing student social events she’s amazing! The owner, Patrick, constantly has his finger on the pulse. He genuinely cares about a student’s progress. “I want to do right by you” is what he once told me. His priority is doing what’s best for each individual student and he demonstrates that daily. Julie helps the students get ready for the work force for life after school with her many years in aviation recruiting and she’s always accessible and kind to everyone! This is the dream team! This program changed my life, don’t waste time looking at pilot mills JOIN THRUST! It’ll be the best choice you’ve ever made!
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Caleb M
120 days ago
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An excellent flight school dedicated to providing the highest quality training, aircraft, and facilities. The instructors and staff at Thrust Flight have given me the ability to develop into the best of my potential as a pilot. My exceptional CFI, Joshua T, has greatly boosted my confidence in an aircraft. His knowledge, expertise, patience, and top notch piloting ability make him one of the best CFIs that I've had the pleasure to learn from.
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Grant A
178 days ago
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So thankful that I chose Thrust for my flight training! The quality of instruction is great, the instructors here go above and beyond to not only prepare you to pass a check-ride, but set you up for a successful career in aviation. Safety has always been exceptional and the aircraft are in great shape. If you’re deciding on a flight school, Thrust Flight is the way to go.
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Jad A
204 days ago
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Perfect flight school for anyone serious about flying. Very community oriented culture that really drives you and motivates you throughout your ratings. Beyond the culture and environment the flight school takes care of their students, making sure students have the proper knowledge to both be better and safer pilots.
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Caylob K
227 days ago
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I love it so much
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Richard B
230 days ago
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Really enjoyed my training here. The program was fast and exactly what I was looking for.
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Dominique G
252 days ago
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0 to commercial in 5 months. Cannot recommend highly enough. No wait time for any stage checks or checkrides. Great instructors!
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Will R
258 days ago
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As a student who completed the ZTA program from private, I loved my time here as a student and the community it brought me. The instructors, other students, dispatch, maintenance, and everyone else here would go out of their way to help me however they could. When you invest your time, money, and trust into a school you hope to get what you were signing up for. I can say that Thrust more than met my expectations for what I would receive from a flight program. I’m very thankful for the people and the excellent training that Thrust has given me!
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Jason B
271 days ago
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I highly enjoyed my time at Thrust. The planes are brand new, the airspace is ideal for gaining experience, there are many great instructors, and it's in the perfect area for having fun in your downtime. I'd recommend Thrust to anyone who wants to become a pilot quickly or needs financing for their flight school.
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Dokatd
281 days ago
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Took my son for an intro flight with John. Staff was great and everyone was friendly. Facility was clean and professional. Aircraft all appeared modern and very well maintained.
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Jessica S
300 days ago
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Great school, great instructors, great management! Highly recommend for anyone going to start your piloting career!
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Janna L
301 days ago
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I continue to hear great things about Thrust Flight school!
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