FLT Academy & Contour Airlines Training Program

Your Fast Track to the Flight Deck

Are you dreaming of flying jets and building a career in commercial aviation? The FLT Academy & Contour Airlines Training Program is your ultimate launchpad. We’ve partnered with Contour Airlines to offer a one-of-a-kind training experience designed to move you from zero time to the flight deck — faster than traditional pathways.

This program isn’t just about building hours — it’s about creating pilots who are truly ready to fly professionally. Through structured, professional training and exclusive hiring opportunities, you’ll be setting yourself up for long-term success in the airline industry.



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    Program Overview

    Estimated Completion Time

    14 Months

    Estimated Cost

    $140,000 - $155,000

    Class commitment

    5 Flights/Lessons per Week Minimum

    What Makes This Program So Unique?

    Jet Time Sooner

    Start flying ERJ or CRJ at just 500 hours.

    Real Airline Training Experience

    Gain 200+ hours of dedicated training, providing valuable experience Contour looks for in their pilots.

    Guaranteed Interview with Contour

    Upon successful completion of training, you’re guaranteed an interview for a First Officer position with Contour Airlines.

    Direct Path to Captain at SkyWest

    Once you meet SkyWest Airlines Captain requirements, you have the opportunity to jump directly from a Contour Airlines Captain position to the Captain’s seat at SkyWest Airlines.

    Increased Career Earnings

    Start flying and earning sooner.

    Why Choose FLT Academy

    FLT Academy boasts a 90% or greater pass rate across our programs. Perspective pilots choose FLT Academy in part because of its skilled flight instructors, program flexibility, and financing options.

    Ready to launch your aviation career?

    The question of how to pay for flight school shouldn’t be what holds you back from pursuing your new career. FLT Academy is partnered with Skybound and Meritize, offering great terms on financing options, including fixed interest rates and no prepayment fees.

    IT’S TIME TO TAKE TO THE SKIES. LAUNCH YOUR NEW CAREER.