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Flight schools in the United Kingdom

54 flight schools in 33 towns and cities, with the courses each school lists.

54
Schools
33
Cities
0
International students
4
ATPL

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Schools in the United Kingdom54

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Flight schools in the United Kingdom: common questions

Counts from the schools’ pages on The Flying Engineer, 16 October 2026. Confirm courses, approvals and prices with the school.

How many flight schools are there in the United Kingdom?
54 on The Flying Engineer on 16 October 2026, with the most in Essex, Surrey, Devon, Powys.
Which flight schools in the United Kingdom offer airline pilot training?
4 mention ATPL or airline transport pilot training on their page: Almat Flying Academy, Heli Air, Helicentre Aviation Academy, Welshpool Flying School. 21 mention the commercial pilot licence (CPL).
Which flight schools in the United Kingdom take international students?
None of the schools here mention international students on their page yet. Ask each school directly about visas and accommodation.
Where can I learn to fly helicopters in the United Kingdom?
18 schools mention helicopter pilot training: CK Aviation, EBG Helicopters, Elite Helicopters, Flying Pig Helicopters, Heli Operations, Heli-Jet Aviation and 12 more.

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