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Horizon Air Pilot Development Program
Hawaii's First Flight School to Airline Partnership
Horizon Air PDP
A guaranteed path to the airlines
Pacific Flight Academy collaborates exclusively with Horizon Air, a regional subsidiary of Alaska Air Group, to create a direct pathway from flight training to professional airline employment.
The program includes up to $12,500 in tuition reimbursement, a guaranteed CFI position at Pacific Flight Academy upon certification, and a conditional job offer with Horizon Air once you reach 1,500 flight hours.
No more leaving Hawaii for flight training. Our partnership with Horizon Air, a regional subsidiary of Alaska Air Group, creates a direct pathway from zero experience to professional airline employment — all based in Honolulu.
Eligibility Requirements
- Hawaii residency (verified by ID or utility bill)
- Active Private Pilot Certificate
- FAA First-Class Medical certification
- Commitment to full-time training (20-30 hours weekly)
- No prior flying experience necessary for program entry
Key Highlights
$12,500 Tuition Reimbursement
Approximately 15% of training costs, paid upon reaching rating milestones
Guaranteed CFI Employment
Secure a flight instructor position at PFA upon certification, earning income while building hours
Conditional Job Offer
Receive a conditional job offer with Horizon Air upon reaching 1,500 flight hours
First in Hawaii
The first partnership of its kind in Hawaii between a flight school and a major airline group
Alaska Air Group Partnership
Horizon Air, a regional subsidiary of Alaska Air Group, providing a direct pathway from flight training to professional airline employment.
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Your Career Pathway
01
Complete Training at PFA
Finish all flight ratings at Pacific Flight Academy in Honolulu.
02
CFI Position at PFA
Begin working as a Certified Flight Instructor, building hours and earning income.
03
Reach 1,500 Hours
Accumulate the 1,500 flight hours required for airline hiring.
04
Join Horizon Air
Transition to Horizon Air as a First Officer flying Embraer E-175 aircraft.
Ready to Start Your Airline Career?
Contact us today to learn more about the Horizon Air Pilot Development Program and begin your journey to the airlines.