How Much Do Pilot Training Programs Cost For US Air Force Fighter Jets?

Training modern fighter jet pilots in the United States can cost well over $10 million, meaning these are incredibly valuable specialists.
FlightGlobal

FAA to study competency-based pilot training this year, resisting broader acceptance of CBTA model

The Federal Aviation Administration intends to further evaluate competency-based training and assessment this year, but remains reluctant to fully endorse the model despite widespread international ...

Award-Winning Flight School MIL2ATP Announces Launch of M2A Academy to Expand Civilian Pilot Training Pathways

Award-winning Mil2ATP expands its legacy of professional flight training with the launch of M2A Academy, dedicated to ...
Defence IQ

Brigadier General Christopher Amrhein on Redefining Readiness for Modern Military Flight Training

Ahead of Defence iQ’s Military Flight Training conference taking place in Switzerland from the 31st March – 2nd April 2026, I sat down with Brigadier General Chris Amrhein to discuss how the United ...
Stars and Stripes

Texas base set to get Air Force’s new pilot training aircraft, begin first steps to flying it locally

Lt. Col. Michael Trott has already achieved his childhood dream of becoming an Air Force pilot. Now he’s preparing to mark a milestone in the Air Force’s goal to modernize pilot training. Trott, call ...