Launch Your Airline Pilot Career With
Zero Time to Airline®

Get to the airlines faster with the Zero Time to Airline program.

At Thrust Flight you’ll move quickly through the program while getting the depth of knowledge and expertise you need to excel as a professional pilot.

Get to the Airlines Faster

With the current events around the world, the perfect storm is brewing for the largest pilot shortage ever.

Never before has there been a better opportunity to begin flight training. But to someone who is new to the world of aviation, it can all be a bit overwhelming.

Our Zero Time to Airline program takes care of everything. Its entire purpose is to turn you into a capable, confident pilot every airline wants to hire.

Learn More about ZTA

Watch this video to dive deep into the Zero Time to Airline program with this comprehensive video from our senior admissions advisor.

Airline Partnerships

Fleet of Brand New Aircraft

We’re committed to providing the best possible learning experience for our students, starting with our state-of-the-art aircraft. Our fleet features advanced training aircraft equipped with G1000 avionics, air conditioning, and autopilot – a rare investment among flight schools.

We believe in training with the latest technology so our students are fully prepared for future careers as professional pilots.

If you train at our Addison, TX location you’ll be flying in 2022 and newer Piper Archer TX aircraft. If you attend our Denison, TX location you’ll train in 2019 and newer Cessna 172 aircraft.

Piper Archer at Thrust Flight in Addison, TX

Instructor going over the preflight checklist

Our Culture & Student Life

What makes Thrust Flight unique is a flight training environment that’s different from most flight schools out there.

From day one you’ll be welcomed into our tight-knit community, where fellow students and experienced instructors work together to help each other grow and succeed.

At Thrust Flight you’ll forge lifelong friendships and professional connections while pursuing your passion for aviation.

Multiple Entry Points

Whether you have zero experience or already hold a certificate or rating, the Zero Time to Airline program will help you accomplish your goal of becoming a professional pilot.

Program Pricing

Starting with
Zero Time

If you have little to no flight experience and don’t hold an FAA certificate you’ll begin here.

9 months to complete your program.
Add 9 months of housing for $7,650.
All first-attempt written test and checkride fees are included.

$99,000

Starting at
Instrument

You’ll begin here if you already hold a private pilot certificate from the FAA.

7 months to complete your program.
Add 7 months of housing for $5,950.
All first-attempt written test and checkride fees are included.

$82,000

Starting at
Commercial

You’ll begin here if you hold an FAA private pilot certificate and instrument rating.

5 months to complete your program.
Add 5 months of housing for $4,250.
All first-attempt written test and checkride fees are included.

$58,000

All Prices Include

Foreflight and Sheppard Air.
25 hours of multi-engine time.
All first-attempt written exam fees.
All first-attempt checkride/examiner fees.
All pilot study materials and supplies including books, flight bag, and program shirts.

Speak with an Admissions Advisor

Ready to begin your professional pilot journey? Click the button below to get in touch with one of our friendly admissions advisors who will walk you through every step you need to take to launch your new career.

Contact an Admissions Advisor

Zero Time to Airline Start Dates

We start one Zero Time to Airline class each month. Our group-based approach gives you an immediate support group to train and study with as you go through your program.

2023 Class Dates

January 19, 2023
February 16, 2023
March 16, 2023
April 13, 2023
May 18, 2023
June 15, 2023

July 13, 2023
August 17, 2023
September 14, 2023
October 19, 2023
November 16, 2023
December 14, 2023

Financing with Sallie Mae

Pursuing your dream of becoming a professional pilot shouldn’t be hindered by financial concerns. That’s why we’ve partnered with multiple financing partners, including Sallie Mae, to offer flexible financing options. With our financing partners, you can cover the cost of the entire program, housing, and a living stipend if necessary.

Our dedicated team will work closely with you to secure the necessary funding, ensuring you can focus on your training without added stress.

What are the Requirements to Join?

In order to train the best pilots our partnered airlines will hire, we have high standards of entry for the Zero Time to Airline program.

Must be able to train full time (this means we must be able to schedule you 7 days a week and at any time from 5 am to 9 pm)
Pass an entry interview.
Be 18 years of age or older when your class starts.
Be a US citizen or non-US citizen with TSA approval.
Complete and pass an aptitude test and personality test.
Hold a 1st class FAA medical certificate (if you don’t know what that is, we’ll help you).
Have approved financing in place prior to the start of the program (we’ll help you with this too).
Students will need a WiFi + Cellular iPad with at least 256GB and at least an iPad Air 5th generation or iPad mini 6th generation. You don’t need a cellular plan with the iPad, just one that has the functionality.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the steps to get started?

1. Contact our admissions team using the Contact Form or give us a call at 972-735-9099.

2. After talking with a member of our admissions team to ensure the program is a good fit, the next step is to secure financing through one of our partnered lenders or on your own. We have multiple payment options. For more information check out our financing page.

3. Next, you’ll take an online aptitude test and personality test. This test requires a $200 admission fee. It typically requires about one hour to complete.

4. Next, we’ll collect all of the required documents including your ID/passport, current pilot certificate if you have one, renters insurance, and your 1st class medical. We require a 1st class because that’s what the airlines require.

5. Once you’ve completed all of these steps a member of our admissions team will review all of your information for accuracy and coordinate your start date.

How often do your partnered airlines send recruiters?

Several times a year we’ll host recruiters from our partner airlines. You’ll be able to speak with recruiters from each airline and interview with them. We’ll help you prepare for interviews with the airlines during the course of your training.

Do you guarantee a job as a flight instructor after completing the CFI rating?

While we’re regularly looking for new CFI’s to join our ranks, we cannot guarantee a job to every Zero Time to Airline student who goes through our program. We do however, guarantee an interview for every student after they become a CFI.
When we do have open CFI positions we look to hire the top performers from our ZTA program. We’ve also partnered with local schools to help you find a job if we aren’t currently hiring.

When do I have to start paying off my loan?

Terms vary by lender. And each lender has their own payment options.

Specific terms are outlined for each student when they receive their loan agreements from one of our financing partners.

Ready to Become an Airline Pilot?

Get started with our Zero Time to Airline program today.

Give us a call or fill out the form below to begin your new career.

Launch Your Airline Pilot Career WithZero Time to Airline®