
ROOKIE: commercial pilot training from zero
Begin fixed-wing training in the United States. Explore the stages, entry requirements and investment planning.
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Start from zero with ROOKIE in the United States or continue from your current license. Flight training, English and professional development with Aerolíder's ongoing support.
Where do I begin? Read the pilot guide
Our programs
Initial pilot training, further development for licensed pilots, commercial helicopter training and English. Find the program for your stage of preparation.

Begin fixed-wing training in the United States. Explore the stages, entry requirements and investment planning.
Explore ROOKIE
Continue from a commercial pilot or instructor qualification, or an advanced experience level. Your licenses, hours and English help define the entry point and remaining training.
Explore U.S. programsDevelop comprehension and conversation for study and work. Take English independently or add it to your aviation preparation.
Explore EnglishBegin training or continue your professional development based on your experience, location and goals.
Explore Latin America programsDevelop rotary-wing knowledge, procedures and flying skills toward commercial helicopter operations.
Explore helicopter trainingYour experience
Already licensed or partway through training? Select your experience to explore the appropriate program. You can also begin from zero or prepare your English.
Your training program
We review your background and program entry requirements with you.
Request a meetingThe Aerolíder team
An aviation career requires preparation, continuity and informed decisions. In our programs, the Aerolíder team works with you on initial preparation, the requirements of each stage and the next transitions in your training.
ROOKIE from the beginning
The components and sequence are defined by your background and the confirmed program format.
Initial preparation, English and progressive flight training. PPL, instrument, commercial, multi-engine and instructor stages are defined by the confirmed format.
Prepare to apply your flying skills and develop documented experience, with the qualifications, eligibility and applicable authorizations required.
Review hours, skills and requirements for the next stage. ATP and ATP-CTP are distinct milestones considered when included in the program and applicable conditions are met.

Personalized English
Develop comprehension and conversation for the situations that matter to you. Take English independently or as part of your aviation preparation; no pilot license or flight experience is required. An initial assessment helps define the content around your level and goals.
Explore the English programProfessional preparation
A commercial qualification is an important stage. Professional development also requires documented experience, English and preparation for the assessments and responsibilities of each role.
Develop the knowledge, flying skills and qualifications relevant to your program.
Build documented experience and communication skills as you prepare for the next stage.
Access to a role depends on qualifications, authorizations, performance and employer assessment. Training does not guarantee employment.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Discuss my trainingBefore we meet
Yes. ROOKIE is designed for beginners. Our team reviews entry requirements and initial preparation with you.
Yes. English is an independent program for people within and outside aviation. Its content is shaped by your current level and goals; no license or flight experience is required.
No. In eligible programs, an authorized institution may issue Form I-20 after admission; a U.S. embassy or consulate decides the visa application. Practical training and employment depend on program rules, eligibility, authorizations and employer decisions.
We confirm the current investment, timing and training components during the meeting, after reviewing your background and program requirements.
Tell us about your experience and interests. Our team will reply by email to coordinate a meeting about the program and its requirements.