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November 9, 2026

 

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February 1, 2027

 

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May 10, 2027

 

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September 6, 2027

 

The course at a glance

The Integrated ATPL(A) takes aspiring pilots with little or no experience through theoretical knowledge, single- and multi-engine piston flying, Performance-Based Navigation (PBN), Multi-Crew Cooperation (MCC) and Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT), all at our Ponte de Sor (LPSO) base. You graduate with an EASA CPL(A) with SEP, MEP and IR ratings and ATPL theory credit (frozen ATPL), recognised in all EASA member states (32 countries) and widely around the world.

Aerial view of the Ponte de Sor airfield and runway

Required experience

Little or none.

Duration

Approximately 24 months.

Ground school

Monday to Friday, 08h30 to 17h30.

Flight training

Full-time availability, including weekends and holidays.

Training base

Ponte de Sor (LPSO), Portugal: theory and flight training.

Licence on completion

EASA CPL(A) with SEP, MEP and IR ratings and ATPL theory credit (frozen ATPL).

Training environment

Modern facilities, latest-generation simulators and a fleet almost entirely equipped with glass cockpits.

Our fleet

Train on a modern fleet, from single-engine to multi-engine aircraft.

Entrance of the Campus Aeronáutico building in Ponte de Sor

Admission checklist

What you need to apply for the Integrated ATPL(A) course.

Age

Be at least 17 to submit an application.

Education

High school certificate (12th year) or international equivalent.

English language

Fluency in English (verbal and written). ICAO Level 4 is required to obtain a licence.

Medical

Be able to obtain an EASA Class 1 medical certificate.

Selection assessment

Successfully complete Sevenair Academy’s competency and aptitude test.

Criminal record

Produce a clean criminal record certificate.

Visas

Unrestricted right to live, study and work in the European Union or Switzerland, or eligibility for a visa.

Programme timeline

Approximately 24 months, from enrolment to Multi-Crew Cooperation.

  1. Pre-course

    Enrolment and admission

    • Psychometric assessment
    • Class 1 medical examination
    • English assessment
    • Final interview
    • Uniform and theory & flight training equipment
  2. Months 1–12 · Theory phase

    ATPL(A) theoretical knowledge

    • Ground school
    • School exams: 13 (first attempt)
    • CAA exams: 13 (first attempt)
  3. Months 13–15 · Flight training phase

    Foundation flight training

    • Basic aircraft handling
    • First solo flight
  4. Months 16–19 · Flight training phase

    Visual and basic instrument training

    • Cross-country navigation
    • Night flying
    • Advanced manoeuvres
    • Emergency procedures
    • Basic instrument flying
  5. Months 20–23 · Flight training phase

    Commercial flight training

    • Instrument flight navigation
    • Multi-engine flying
    • Advanced UPRT
  6. Month 24

    MCC – Multi-Crew Cooperation course

Next steps to become a pilot

From your first conversation with a Training Advisor to your training contract.

  1. 1

    Seek guidance from our team

    Our Training Advisors team is dedicated to answering your questions, giving you all the details about the ATPL(A) course and guiding you throughout the process.

  2. 2

    Enrolment agreement

    A formal commitment that secures your place on the ATPL programme and starts your assessment process, which must be completed within 3 months.

  3. 3

    Online assessment

    An individual test battery that measures performance indicators such as mathematics, physics, cognitive skills, English and situational awareness.

  4. 4

    Medical certification

    Our Admissions Team will help you book your EASA Class 1 medical, which is a legal requirement before you can start training.

  5. 5

    On-site assessment

    You will be invited to our base for an on-site assessment, including aptitude and personality tests, group exercises, an interview in English and a simulator evaluation.

  6. 6

    Training contract

    After a successful assessment you are ready to start training. Our Training Advisors team will guide you through the final details to confirm your seat.

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Student pilot for a day

Join our Open Day for an immersive experience: tour our campus, meet our experienced instructors and even take a real flight with one of our pilots.

Open Day visitors at the training pathway presentation
Training pathway talk
Open Day participant at the controls of a training aircraft during a real flight
Real flight
Open Day visitors trying the flight simulator
Simulator
Sevenair Academy aeronautical campus building in Ponte de Sor
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