Let’s now move into how the programs differ. The General Training program allows students to train part-time, full-time, or anywhere in between. With Monday-Sunday hours, students can set their availability for mornings, evenings, weekends, or simply whatever works best with their schedule. Our schedulers will then create their schedule for them, ensuring they are on track and completing their necessary training events. For students who still want to train full-time but do not have the full availability that the Academy requires, General Training is a perfect environment for them to train full-time, but only at the hours they are available. This program is great for students in school, working, or needing to train around their family’s hours. The General Training program is also perfect for those looking for either recreational or professional training. For example, students can complete all of the licenses required to move onto time-building and the airlines, or students who wish to fly recreationally can decide only to complete a few ratings, such as their private pilot and instrument ratings.

In contrast, the Coast Academy is a full-time, accelerated, 12-month program where students are required to have open availability as our Operations department builds their schedule for them. Students can expect to be scheduled 5-6 times per week, making this program a fantastic option for those looking to complete their training at both a high level and in a short amount of time. Being in an Academy setting can be beneficial to students who prefer a more structured program where their schedules are made for them. Students in our Academy can either be independent Coast Cadets or apply for the American Airlines Cadet Academy and be American Airlines Cadets. While both Coast Cadets and American Airlines Cadets are going through the exact same training, American Airlines Cadets have gone through American Airlines’ admissions process and have access to resources provided by American Airlines.