Aviation Career Center
Professional aviation education.
Always free.
The Aviation Career Center (ACC) is our real-world aviation education division, bringing high-quality aviation education programs that introduce students to aviation career pathways, at no cost.
From ground school to career-ready.
FREE Ground School
LIVE CFI Sessions
Safety Institute
Internship Program
FAA-aligned
Every student deserves access to professional aviation education.
Animated, cinematic ground school covering all six core knowledge areas
Live instructor-led sessions mapped to FAA ACS and PTS standards
Direct connections to real-world flight training partners
Aviation safety programming via TPC Safety Institute
Internship pathways for students pursuing aviation careers
University partnerships at 18 programs nationwide
FREE GROUND SCHOOL
Over 60 professionally animated video lessons covering aerodynamics, airspace, ATC communications, aircraft systems, weather, and navigation - produced to broadcast quality, available at no cost to every student.
FAA LIVE GROUND INSTRUCTION
Live virtual instruction from certificated flight instructors - covering checkride prep, emergency procedures, scenario-based training, and systems & regulations, all mapped to FAA standards.
FAA CHECKRIDE PREP
TPC network of real-world flight training partners gives students direct access to certificated flight instruction, checkride prep, and structured pathways from student pilot to ATP.
UNIVERSITY PARTNER NETWORK
18+ university programs integrate the ACC into their aviation curricula — from Embry-Riddle to Auburn, KSU, and beyond. TPC works directly with faculty and students at each partner institution.
TPC AVIATION SAFETY INSTITUTE
Dedicated to aviation safety education and outreach, TPC Safety Institute operates in coordination with the FAA WINGS Safety Program to provide pilots with current safety knowledge and best practices.
TPC INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
Hands-on internship roles across aviation education, instructional design, operations, content production, and outreach - open to university students and early-career pilots building professional experience.
Start flying. Start learning.
Your Flight Path Starts Here.
Whether you're logging hours in MSFS or working toward your private pilot certificate, The Pilot Club has a free path forward — built by pilots, for pilots.
Our Mission
The mission of The Pilot Club is to promote and inspire an interest in aviation utilizing home flight simulation, while providing education, support, and mentorship to its Members.
Who We Are
Our team of experienced pilots, educators, and industry professionals is dedicated to guiding members through every stage of their aviation journey, from first flight to career placement.
What We Do
The Pilot Club Inc. brings high-quality aviation education programs that introduce students to aviation careers and build a stronger, more diverse workforce pipeline for the aviation industry through structured learning experiences designed to give students early exposure to the technical knowledge and career pathways.
Through accessible digital coursework, instructional media, and guided learning activities, students will explore topics such as aircraft systems, airspace structure, aviation communication, and flight operations. These lessons highlight the real-world application of STEM skills in aviation and help students build foundational knowledge before beginning formal flight or technical training.
These programs are designed to strengthen the aviation talent pipeline by increasing early awareness of aviation careers and equipping students with the foundational knowledge needed to pursue roles such as pilots, engineers, technicians, and aviation operations professionals.
By combining accessible aviation education, mentorship, and career exploration, The Pilot Club creates clear pathways for students to transition from curiosity about aviation into long-term career opportunities.
We reach 7,000+ students annually through our free online structured-learning aviation programs.
Our Partners
Arkansas State University-Beebe, Auburn University, Boston University, Brigham Young University-Idaho, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Kennesaw State University, Middle Georgia State University, Minnesota State University-Mankato, North Georgia Technical College, San Jose State University, University of California-Berkeley, University of Cincinnati, University of Georgia, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, University of Minnesota, University of South Florida, University of Washington-Seattle/Bothell, University of Wisconsin-Madison.