Ascend Pilot Academy: A Pathway to a Professional Aviation Career
The Ascend Pilot Academy, a collaborative initiative between Horizon Air and Alaska Airlines, presents an intensive flight training program meticulously designed for aspiring commercial pilots. This program welcomes individuals with minimal or no prior flight experience, offering a structured path to becoming a First Officer at Horizon Air. With a strong emphasis on equity, the program actively supports all aspiring pilots, including those requiring financial aid.
Program Highlights:
- Training Location: Hillsboro Aero Academy in Hillsboro and Redmond, Oregon.
- Program Duration: Approximately 3 to 3.5 years.
- Financial Support: $27,000 stipend towards the commercial pilot certificate, and up to $3,500 for the Certified Flight Instructor-Instrument (CFII) certificate.
- Post-Training Commitment: A minimum three-year commitment as a pilot for Horizon Air following the successful completion of all training, certification, and flight experience prerequisites.
- Advancement Opportunities: Eligible graduates can pursue a First Officer position at Alaska Airlines through the Pilot Pathways program.
Eligibility Requirements:
Candidates must possess:
- A valid passport allowing unrestricted travel to and from the U.S.
- A valid driver’s license.
- A First Class Medical certificate.
- The ability to work varied schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Excellent English communication skills and U.S. work authorization.
- Limited prior flight training, not exceeding the level of a Private Pilot's License.
- The ability to relocate to Hillsboro Aero Academy training locations in Redmond or Hillsboro, Oregon.
Program Participation Requirements:
Participation requires consent to ongoing release of the following records to Horizon Air and Alaska Airlines:
- Training records.
- Disciplinary records.
- Attendance records.
- Any other records deemed necessary and relevant to the program.
Company: Alaska Airlines
Total Rewards:
- Competitive pay based on collective bargaining agreements.
- Complimentary stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air.
- Comprehensive well-being programs encompassing medical, dental, and vision benefits.
- A generous 401k match program.
- Potential for quarterly and annual bonuses.
- Generous holiday and paid time off.
Further details about Alaska/Horizon Total Rewards are available on the career site.
Employment Details:
- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
- Regular/Temporary: Regular
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Application Deadline: January 7, 2025, 7:00 PM Pacific Time
- Location: Seattle - Airport (Pilot & FA)
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Alaska Airlines and Horizon Air are proud to be Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers, fostering an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information, political views, or other legally protected characteristics.
Government Contractor & Department of Transportation (DOT) Regulations:
Subject to Department of Transportation regulations (49 CFR part 40), post-offer and/or pre-employment drug testing will be conducted. Positive results will disqualify candidates from employment.
Requisition Details:
- Requisition Type: Career Pathways
- Indeed: Y - AS FL
- Job Locations: USA-WA-Seatac | USA-OR-Redmond
- Requisition ID: 2024-13562
- Category: Pilots