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INTRODUCING THE ALTITUDE PILOT PATHWAY 

The Altitude Pilot Pathway is more than training for certificates and ratings. With leadership training and specially-designed educational experiences, we've built a custom path that prepares aspiring pilots for a career flying at Allegiant.*

Altitude cadets will meet senior Allegiant executives and get to know the airline, home bases, and culture, both in-person and through an exclusive online community. Additionally, cadets will have priority opportunities to become an Altitude CFI and build their required flight hours.
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APPLY TO ALTITUDE

As you apply to the pathway, you will need to gather documents and complete forms, including a medical examination. Additionally, you will complete The Predictive Index, which provides a personality assessment to help us support you during your training. If you're unsure, don't worry, we're here to help!

START THE PILOT JOURNEY

FLIGHT TRAINING

Pilots are required to learn continuously. Even after cadets master basic flight skills, training continues with every new aircraft and role throughout their careers.

Altitude is designed to provide the necessary education and skills that will enable students to be prepared both technically and professionally for career* opportunities flying at Allegiant. Ground school courses further equip students with the academic knowledge and standardized practices to perform flight duties safely and efficiently.
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FLIGHT TRAINING MILESTONES:

Private Pilot Certificate

Cadets start by earning a private pilot certificate. This is when aspiring pilots learn to fly an aircraft. Training occurs on Cessna 172s equipped with Garmin G1000 avionics.

Instrument Rating

Once a candidate has their private pilot certificate, they may earn their instrument rating. This demonstrates a pilot’s ability to fly through weather conditions that require navigation with instruments.

Commercial Pilot Certificate

This certificate allows candidates to receive payment for flying. Achieving this milestone is key to building flight hours and working toward the required Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate.

Multi-Engine Rating

A multi-engine rating builds on the commercial pilot certificate. Candidates may train in a twin-engine Piper Seminole at higher speeds and altitudes.

Certified Flight Instructor Certification

As a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), candidates may build flight hours while training new Altitude cadets and independent students.

Certified Flight Instructor Instrument

As a Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument (CFII), CFIs may use their experience to train cadets for their instrument rating.
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Certifications and Ratings are considered third-party and are not guaranteed.*

LEADERSHIP TRAINING

Altitude Pilot Pathway participants will complete leadership training, enhancing their skills, knowledge, and ultimately their effectiveness in the workplace and in the flight deck. Courses such as Team Management, Leading and Motivating, and Managing Diversity are examples of Altitude coursework from Harvard ManageMentor, sponsored by Harvard Business Publishing.
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ALLEGIANT APPLICATION

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Once Leadership Training is completed, participants can apply to a position at Allegiant. If accepted, candidates will receive a conditional offer contingent upon remaining in good standing with the school, completion of required ATP (Airline Transport Pilot) hours, and other Allegiant employment qualifications.

BUILD ATP HOURS

Upon being hired* as an Altitude flight instructor, to obtain an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate, candidates must meet minimum flying hour requirements.

While time-building, candidates may have opportunities to tour Allegiant's headquarters in Las Vegas and meet executive leadership.
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JET TRANSITION COURSE

The jet transition course includes the ground and simulator training necessary to prepare for airline operations in the multi-crew environment, covering the prerequisites necessary to prepare for successful transition to Allegiant:
  • Airline Life & Flight Physiology
  • Basic Airline Structure
  • High Altitude/High Speed Aerodynamics
  • Turbine Engines
  • Basic Jet Aircraft Systems
  • The Automated Flight Deck
  • C.R.M.
  • Simulator Training

FLY AT ALLEGIANT

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Upon completing Altitude Pilot Pathway training and required hours, cadets may have the opportunity to begin their career at Allegiant*.

DISCOVER YOUR POTENTIAL WITH ALTITUDE

ABOUT ALLEGIANT

From America's favorite small cities to world-class destinations, Allegiant makes leisure travel affordable and convenient. With ultra low-cost fares, nonstop, all-jet service, and premier travel partners, Allegiant provides a complete travel experience with great value.

For Allegiant team members, work-life balance is important, and Allegiant's point-to-point operations model enables pilots to be at their base every night.
*The Altitude Pilot Pathway (“Pathway”) is intended to provide Allegiant with a pipeline of prospective pilots. The Pathway is available to interested McAir Aviation students. Pathway terms and availability may be subject to change. McAir Aviation is not a party to any contract between Allegiant and the student. Pathway participants are not eligible for employment as a pilot with Allegiant until logging 1,500 flight hours after completing training. Employment and third-party certifications are not guaranteed.

THE PILOT YOU BECOME
DEPENDS ON WHERE YOU BEGIN

~13 Months

In as few as 13 months, you can train for a career as a Commercially Rated Pilot* (Single Engine, Multi-Engine, and Certified Flight Instructor)

363 Days

McAir Conducts Flight Training

Flight School Training at McAir combined with Certified Instructing** to build hours, then instructing is one of the fastest paths to apply with the airlines.

Completing training and Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) hours building at McAir may provide options and access with the airlines.

Training to become a pilot may open doors to various opportunities**, click to see additional pathways.

*McAir Aviation does not guarantee third-party certifications/ratings.

**Employment is not guaranteed

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