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I would attempt at starting school in the first quarter of 2026. Becoming a pilot seems like a far fetched dream. I know it costs alot of money, I was wondering if it was achievable for a lower middle class individual to become an airline pilot. Thank you
Hello Damian,
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. Many aspiring pilots feel the same way at the beginning, and your question is a very honest and important one.Becoming an airline pilot can certainly feel overwhelming at first, especially when considering the cost. However, it is absolutely achievable for individuals from lower- or middle income backgrounds.
To become a trained airline pilot at Epic Flight Academy in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, USA you must:
1) Be at least 17 years of age
2) Speak English proficiently
3) International students must have a valid passport (Passport information: https://epicflightacademy.com/passports/) or two other forms of identification if you are from the USA
4) Completed high school or high school equivalency (GED, HiSET, TASC)Our financing, student loans, and scholarship are available here: https://epicflightacademy.com/flight-school-student-loans/
To see if you qualify for this training, please complete this prequalification form: https://epicflightacademy.com/prequalification-enrollment/
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