Scholarships and Opportunities

"Airline is investing £18m to fund up to 160 places on the highly-

competitive Speedbird Pilot Academy.

The funding will cover the £100,000 cost of pilot training over two years and guarantee successful candidates a flying role on completion

Removing the costs levels the playing field and makes the prospect of becoming a commercial airline pilot realistic for all.

British Airways’ fully-funded pilot training scheme has opened for applications for the fourth year running, with an £18m commitment by the airline for up to 160 aspiring pilots.

Tens of thousands of applicants are expected to apply for a place on the highly- competitive Speedbird Pilot Academy, which sees BA covering the £100,000 training cost for those who land a spot on the programme."

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