Completing your flight training will no doubt be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. It is also just the beginning of your long and prosperous career in aviation.
With all of the necessary certificates and ratings in hand, you’ll move on to Phase 2 of your career, employment as a paid flight instructor. Working as a flight instructor is an ideal way to gain the necessary flight time (1500 hours airplane / 1000 hours helicopter) before moving on to your dream position as a career airline or helicopter pilot. Your time spent as a student at Universal Flight Concepts serves as an ongoing interview for a flight instructor position with us post-graduation.
Once you’ve gained all necessary flight time working as an instructor, we are uniquely positioned to provide unmatched job placement assistance, with close contacts and graduates in critical hiring and management positions at many operators worldwide.
We can provide assistance to our Airline Pilot Career Program students who wish to enroll in a cadet program with a regional airline. Regional cadet programs have many benefits including access to tuition reimbursement and direct-flow access to major airlines. Please contact us to learn more.
Completing your flight training will no doubt be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life. It is also just the beginning of your long and prosperous career in aviation.
With all of the necessary certificates and ratings in hand, you’ll move on to Phase 2 of your career, employment as a paid flight instructor. Working as a flight instructor is an ideal way to gain the necessary flight time (1500 hours airplane / 1000 hours helicopter) before moving on to your dream position as a career airline or helicopter pilot. Your time spent as a student at Universal Flight Concepts serves as an ongoing interview for a flight instructor position with us post-graduation.
Once you’ve gained all necessary flight time working as an instructor, we are uniquely positioned to provide unmatched job placement assistance, with close contacts and graduates in critical hiring and management positions at many operators worldwide.
We can provide assistance to our Airline Pilot Career Program students who wish to enroll in a cadet program with a regional airline. Regional cadet programs have many benefits including access to tuition reimbursement and direct-flow access to major airlines. Please contact us to learn more.
100+
2021-2022 Graduates
1500+
Employed Graduates Worldwide
7500+
Pilot Certificates Issued
As of 10/1/22
1500+
Employed Graduates Worldwide
As of 10/1/22
100+
2021-2022 Graduates
1500+
Employed Graduates Worldwide
As of 10/1/22
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CURRENTLY EMPLOYING OUR GRADUATES
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CURRENTLY EMPLOYING OUR GRADUATES
“Thanks to Universal I was more than prepared for the airlines when I graduated. With the rigorous training and fast-paced environment I didn’t feel at all overwhelmed when I began training at Skywest. Additionally, transitioning to an instructor at Universal immediately upon course completion allowed me to build enough time to be hired at Skywest only one month after I graduated from Baylor, and for that I am very grateful!”
Kaitlin E.
Baylor Aviation Sciences Graduate
First Officer, Skywest Airlines
“Universal was crucial in preparing me towards achieving my dream of becoming an airline pilot. In training I was held to a high standard, and received excellent instruction. As an instructor, I did my best to keep that standard for my students, and with myself. This helped me to understand and to strive for excellence and professionalism, crucial for any pilot, but especially for the airlines. I could not have made it without Baylor and UFC.“
Lewis C.
Baylor Aviation Sciences Graduate
First Officer, PSA Airlines
I can honestly say the training and development as an aspiring professional pilot was top of the line and it truly changed my life. From the highest quality management, clean building, well kept aircraft, and detail orientated instructors I can honestly say I feel as if I received the best training I could have in the nation.
While I was applying for other part 135 jobs many of them even skipped the interview process due to knowing “the quality of pilots Universal Flight Concepts produces”. Even as an instructor I was held to the highest standard and I feel so prepared as I move on to the next stages of my life in the aviation industry.
Thank you for everything everyone on the team of Universal Flight Concepts have done for me. I promise I’ll uphold the quality that Universal has taught me wherever I go!
Aaron L.
Baylor Aviation Sciences Graduate
First Officer, Republic Airways
“Thanks to Universal I was more than prepared for the airlines when I graduated. With the rigorous training and fast-paced environment I didn’t feel at all overwhelmed when I began training at Skywest. Additionally, transitioning to an instructor at Universal immediately upon course completion allowed me to build enough time to be hired at Skywest only one month after I graduated from Baylor, and for that I am very grateful!”
Kaitlin E.
Baylor Aviation Sciences Graduate
First Officer, Skywest Airlines
“As an airline pilot that’s been around the block, I can tell you this flight school is one of the best in the entire country. Nice staff, top-tier maintenance and facilities, and absolutely incredible flight instructors. I can proudly say that you will not regret your decision to train here!!”
Richard R.
Universal Career Program Graduate
First Officer, Piedmont Airlines
“Universal was crucial in preparing me towards achieving my dream of becoming an airline pilot. In training I was held to a high standard, and received excellent instruction. As an instructor, I did my best to keep that standard for my students, and with myself. This helped me to understand and to strive for excellence and professionalism, crucial for any pilot, but especially for the airlines. I could not have made it without Baylor and UFC.“
Lewis C.
Baylor Aviation Sciences Graduate
First Officer, PSA Airlines
“Thanks to Universal I was more than prepared for the airlines when I graduated. With the rigorous training and fast-paced environment I didn’t feel at all overwhelmed when I began training at Skywest. Additionally, transitioning to an instructor at Universal immediately upon course completion allowed me to build enough time to be hired at Skywest only one month after I graduated from Baylor, and for that I am very grateful!”
Kaitlin E.
Baylor Aviation Sciences Graduate
First Officer, Skywest Airlines
“As an airline pilot that’s been around the block, I can tell you this flight school is one of the best in the entire country. Nice staff, top-tier maintenance and facilities, and absolutely incredible flight instructors. I can proudly say that you will not regret your decision to train here!!”
Richard R.
Universal Career Program Graduate
First Officer, Piedmont Airlines
“Universal was crucial in preparing me towards achieving my dream of becoming an airline pilot. In training I was held to a high standard, and received excellent instruction. As an instructor, I did my best to keep that standard for my students, and with myself. This helped me to understand and to strive for excellence and professionalism, crucial for any pilot, but especially for the airlines. I could not have made it without Baylor and UFC.“
Lewis C.
Baylor Aviation Sciences Graduate
First Officer, PSA Airlines
“Universal Helicopters was enjoyable and the instructors I trained with were exceptional! I received all of the instruction I needed to be a professional within the aviation industry.
I enjoyed Universal so much, and after graduation felt very fortunate when they offered me a position as a flight instructor. I spent a little over two years continuing my education as I provided one to new students.
I was made the Assistant Chief Pilot for Classic Air Medical and shortly thereafter accepted the role as Director of Operations.
I am grateful for the kickstart Universal Helicopters gave me. I have never regretted my decision to become a helicopter pilot.”
Kory H.
Universal Career Program Graduate
Director of Operations, Classic Helicopter Group
“The flight training I received, followed by the opportunity to instruct for Universal paved the way for my success in the helicopter industry. Universal held very high training standards, and was very dedicated to quality education.
The graduates from Universal are beyond well-equipped to enter the commercial helicopter industry and succeed. I know a number of Universal grads who are chief pilots, lead pilots, and training directors.
Having built my own utility helicopter operation, I always favor Universal graduates when I look to fill positions. They fly with a greater sense of situational awareness, and better touch, with greater confidence inside and outside of the cockpit.”
Kaden T.
Universal Career Program Graduate
Chief Pilot, KIT Helicopter Operations
“While I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Universal, it was not until I moved on in my career that I realized how fine of a school it is. The level of training was beyond comparison.
The hours spent in Matt’s Hewlett’s office preparing for a checkride, the unbelievable, advanced flight training I received from Danny Mackenzie during CFI training, as well as stellar instruction from the whole cadre, set me up for a successful career. They taught me how to learn, how to be an aviator and how to come home safely to my wife and children.
I am extremely grateful to have attended Universal Helicopters. I owe all the success I’ve had in aviation to the solid foundation Universal provided me.”
Keith S.
Universal Career Program Graduate
Pilot, Petroleum Helicopters International
“Universal Helicopters was enjoyable and the instructors I trained with were exceptional! I received all of the instruction I needed to be a professional within the aviation industry.
I enjoyed Universal so much, and after graduation felt very fortunate when they offered me a position as a flight instructor. I spent a little over two years continuing my education as I provided one to new students.
I was made the Assistant Chief Pilot for Classic Air Medical and shortly thereafter accepted the role as Director of Operations.
I am grateful for the kickstart Universal Helicopters gave me. I have never regretted my decision to become a helicopter pilot.”
Kory H.
Universal Career Program Graduate
Director of Operations, Classic Helicopter Group
“The flight training I received, followed by the opportunity to instruct for Universal paved the way for my success in the helicopter industry. Universal held very high training standards, and was very dedicated to quality education.
The graduates from Universal are beyond well-equipped to enter the commercial helicopter industry and succeed. I know a number of Universal grads who are chief pilots, lead pilots, and training directors.
Having built my own utility helicopter operation, I always favor Universal graduates when I look to fill positions. They fly with a greater sense of situational awareness, and better touch, with greater confidence inside and outside of the cockpit.”
Kaden T.
Universal Career Program Graduate
Chief Pilot, KIT Helicopter Operations
“While I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Universal, it was not until I moved on in my career that I realized how fine of a school it is. The level of training was beyond comparison.
The hours spent in Matt’s Hewlett’s office preparing for a checkride, the unbelievable, advanced flight training I received from Danny Mackenzie during CFI training, as well as stellar instruction from the whole cadre, set me up for a successful career. They taught me how to learn, how to be an aviator and how to come home safely to my wife and children.
I am extremely grateful to have attended Universal Helicopters. I owe all the success I’ve had in aviation to the solid foundation Universal provided me.”
Keith S.
Universal Career Program Graduate
Pilot, Petroleum Helicopters International
“Universal Helicopters was enjoyable and the instructors I trained with were exceptional! I received all of the instruction I needed to be a professional within the aviation industry.
I enjoyed Universal so much, and after graduation felt very fortunate when they offered me a position as a flight instructor. I spent a little over two years continuing my education as I provided one to new students.
I was made the Assistant Chief Pilot for Classic Air Medical and shortly thereafter accepted the role as Director of Operations.
I am grateful for the kickstart Universal Helicopters gave me. I have never regretted my decision to become a helicopter pilot.”
Kory H.
Universal Career Program Graduate
Director of Operations, Classic Helicopter Group
“My time as a student and flight instructor with Universal helped me develop knowledge and habits along with teaching and evaluation methods that made me the stand out leader that operators are looking for. What you learn first in initial training matters and will set the tone for the rest of your career as a pilot, and Universal gave me the solid foundation of knowledge and skill to ensure a safe and successful career in aviation.“
Aaron C.
Universal Career Program Graduate
Training Captain / Check Airman, Life Link III
Keith S.
Universal Career Program Graduate
Pilot, Petroleum Helicopters International
“While I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Universal, it was not until I moved on in my career that I realized how fine of a school it is. The level of training was beyond comparison.
The hours spent in Matt’s Hewlett’s office preparing for a checkride, the unbelievable, advanced flight training I received from Danny Mackenzie during CFI training, as well as stellar instruction from the whole cadre, set me up for a successful career. They taught me how to learn, how to be an aviator and how to come home safely to my wife and children.
I am extremely grateful to have attended Universal Helicopters. I owe all the success I’ve had in aviation to the solid foundation Universal provided me.”
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