Epic Flight Academy Partnership


We know that becoming a pilot can be expensive.  That's why we've partnered with Florida-based Epic Flight Academy on an innovative new program that makes training more affordable.  Epic Flight Academy student pilots who agree to fly for Trans States after earning the required hours are eligible for $10,000 in waived training costs.  Unlike tuition reimbursement programs, students in this program receive their funding up front, which means that no interest accumulates over time. 

Here’s how it works:

Step 1: 

Complete your flight training at Epic Flight Academy.  Trans States Airlines picks up the tab for $10,000 of your training costs. 

Step 2: 

Epic hires you as a flight instructor.  You earn a paycheck while you continue to build hours.

Step 3: 

Upon meeting ATP minimums, you become a First Officer at Trans States Airlines, one of the highest paying and fastest growing regional airlines in the country.  

Zack Zois, Epic Flight Academy student pilot and future Trans States Airlines First Officer

“Look at all of the options for yourself.  When you compare them, you will find that the partnership between Epic and Trans States is better than any other program.  It’s not a typical fast-track CFI program. When you finish your training, you’re going to have a job with good airline that pays well and offers a good lifestyle.”

Learn more about Zack's story

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