Zero Time to Airline Program Overview
Train in the most modern, air-conditioned training aircraft in the country.
The Zero Time to Airline program is the best way to launch your airline pilot career.
This page will give you the details on our private pilot program including pricing, timeline, and what you’ll need to get started. After reviewing this information please click here to send us a text if you’re on your phone or give us a call at 972-735-9099. You can also reply to the email we sent you with your questions.
We can’t wait for you to fly with us!
Pricing
Below are the package prices for the Zero Time to Airline program.
Starting with Zero Time
SportCruiser
Sold Out
Cessna 172/Piper Archer
$94,995*
Starting with a Private Pilot
SportCruiser
Sold Out
Cessna 172/Piper Archer
$79,995*
*As of April 2022 there is a fuel surcharge in effect. These prices don’t include the current fuel surcharge.
What’s Included in the ZTA Program?
Certificates & Ratings Included:
- Private Pilot Certificate
- Instrument Rating
- Commercial Single Engine
- Commercial Multi-Engine
- Certified Flight Instructor
- Certified Instrument Instructor
Extras Included*:
- Checkride Fees
- Written Test Fees
- 25 Hours Multi-Engine Time
- Program Shirts & Thrust Flight Satchel
- All Pilot Supplies, Books, and Headset
*Most schools don’t include these.
Not Included in the Program Price:
Re-testing fees (only pay for retests), additional accessories (iPad (recommended), flight planning apps, etc.), renters insurance, 1st class medical and paper charts.
Zero Time to Airline® Timeline
With the Zero Time to Airline program, you could reach the regional airlines in 2 years or less. You’ll spend the first 10-12 months in the Zero Time to Airline program and then an additional 12-18 months building time as a flight instructor.
If you already have your private pilot certificate, the Zero time to Airline program typically takes 8-10 months to complete.
Our Airline Partners
Our airline partners are interacting with you throughout your entire program with outreach programs and on-site visits. Throughout your training, you’ll visit with recruiters from our partner airlines and learn the benefits offered by each one.
As you progress through your program you will become familiar with our partners and be able to determine which airline is the best fit for you. Most of our partners offer interview opportunities and conditional letters of employment as early as the instrument level.
As an Envoy Cadet partner school, it’s also possible to join the cadet program if you become a flight instructor with us. This popular cadet program allows you to get a seniority number and become an employee of Envoy while you’re still building time as a flight instructor. You can learn more about the Envoy Cadet Program here.
New Student Checklist
The checklist below is intended as a guide only so you know what to expect in order to start the Zero Time to Airline program.
Before working on any of these items please speak with a member of our team so we can address any questions and guide you through the process.
Entrance Exam
Before collecting any of the documents below you’ll complete an entrance exam. This is an open-book test in which you’ll reference an aircraft manual as you go through the exam questions. Once you’ve successfully completed the entrance exam, we’ll begin collecting the documents below.
1. Medical Certificate
Before you can enroll in the Zero Time to Airline program you must obtain your first class medical. You’re required to have a first-class medical at the airlines so we want to make sure you can obtain one now before you begin this career training program.
Once you have your medical we’ll simply need a copy of it for our records.
If you don’t yet have a medical please speak with us before scheduling your exam.
How to Get a Medical Certificate:
- Complete a Medical Application online using FAA MedXPress (don’t fill this out until you speak with us), the FAA’s online pilot medical tracking system. Print out your completed application.
- Make an Appointment with an AME (Aviation Medical Examiner). This is a doctor that specializes in pilot examinations. Click here to find an AME near you. If you’re in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, we suggest:
Dr. Stephan Kramer – 972-731-9555
2. Document Signatures
During the onboarding process, there are several documents you’ll need to sign including our rental and services agreement, our Zero Time to Airline program agreement, and, if you’ll be staying in our housing, a housing agreement.
3. ID & TSA Verification
We’ll need is a copy of your government ID along with your birth certificate or your passport. These documents are used for TSA verification. If you’re a permanent resident please see the TSA Approval section below.
4. Aircraft Rental Insurance
Non-owned aircraft rental insurance is required for every student whether they’re flying solo or with an instructor. “Non-owned” Rental insurance may be obtained through Avemco Insurance Company by visiting their website or by calling 1-888-241-7891. Be sure to use the promotional code. “TF16”.
Insurance Coverage | Amount |
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Standard Bodily Injury | $25,000 |
Property Damage | $250,000 |
Non-Owned Aircraft Physical Damage/Liability | $30,000 |
*Non-Owned Aircraft Insurance can be either Single-Engine or Multi-Engine. Since you’ll be starting at the private or instrument level, you’ll be training in a single-engine aircraft so your rental insurance should initially be single-engine. When you reach the multi-engine training near the end of your program you can add-on multi coverage. Taking this approach will save you money on your rental insurance.
5. Pilot Certificate or Student Pilot Certificate
If you already have your private pilot certificate you’ll need to submit a copy.
If you’re joining us starting with zero time we’ll need a copy of your student pilot certificate. If you don’t already have one you’ll need to apply for a student pilot certificate.
To start the application you’ll go to the “IACRA” (or Integrated Airman Certification and Rating Application) website. IACRA is the FAA database that manages ratings for pilots, instructors, and mechanics.
You’ll have to create an IACRA account and apply for a Student Pilot Certificate. Then on the first day of your training, you’ll finish the application with your instructor. A temporary certificate (which may be used for flight training) will be emailed to you in roughly a week and the hard copy will be mailed to you in roughly a month.
Housing
We offer housing to all our Zero Time to Airline students at both our Addison and Denison locations. When living in student housing you’ll be surrounded by other students all at different levels of training. This gives you the opportunity to study together, get help from one another, and learn from each others experiences.
These two bedroom apartments house four students, two per room. For those starting with zero time, housing is $7,000 for the 10 month period. For those starting at the Instrument level housing is $5,600 for the 8 month period.
Our student housing is fully furnished. All you will need to bring is clothing, toiletries, and bedding (beds are twin size).
What to Do Next
If you have additional questions or you’re ready to get started simply click here to send us a text if you’re on your phone or give us a call at 972-735-9099.