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INTRODUCING THE 
ATLAS CADET ACADEMY

Are you interested in training to pilot one of the largest planes in the world across continents? Our custom journey prepares aspiring pilots to do just that with Atlas Air. In addition to earning certificates and ratings, cadets will gain valuable experience through specially crafted educational opportunities and leadership training.

Throughout the journey, cadets will immerse themselves in Atlas Air's dynamic and global culture, both in-person and through an exclusive online community. Additionally, cadets will have priority opportunities to apply as an Atlas CFI and build their required flight hours.
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UPCOMING EVENTS

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WELCOME TO

The Atlas Cadet Academy...

“At Spartan, we are looking to build deep and impactful relationships with aviation industry partners that are clear leaders and innovators in their market segment. The Atlas story represents a company with a vision to be the leader in outsourced aviation logistics. Beyond its core operations in cargo and e-commerce solutions, Atlas is one of the largest providers of military airlift of cargo and passengers. We are proud to partner with such a mission-driven company.”
Robert Werderich
Executive Vice President, Flight
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ABOUT THE CHICAGO LOCATION

Atlas Cadet Academy is located in the western suburbs of Chicago at Dupage Airport (KDPA). This facility offers a modern, towered airport with ideal airspace and weather that allows students to train in a variety of conditions, just like professional pilots. Illinois Aviation Academy's main hangar houses over 30 aircraft in its 30,000 square feet of heated space.

ABOUT ATLAS AIR

Atlas Air began operations in 1992. Our founder, the late Michael Chowdry, started by leasing aircraft to other airlines on an Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance and Insurance (ACMI) contract basis. Today, Atlas Air Worldwide’s companies operate the world’s largest fleet of Boeing 747 aircraft and provide customers the broadest array of 747, 777, 767 and 737 aircraft for domestic, regional and international cargo and passenger operations. Video courtesy of Atlas Air Worldwide.

Technology At The Heart of Our Training​

With a custom-built Atlas Cadet Academy app, resources for your pilot training journey are right at your fingertips. ​

  • Flight Training Resources​
  • Atlas Bases and Lifestyle​
  • Fireside Chats​
  • Professional Development​
  • Social Mission
  • Social Networking
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*The Atlas Cadet Academy (“Academy”) is intended to provide Atlas Air Worldwide with a pipeline of prospective pilots. The Academy is available to interested Illinois Aviation Academy (IAA) students. The Academy terms and availability may be subject to change. IAA is not a party to any contract between Atlas Air and the student. The Atlas Cadet Academy participants are not eligible for employment as a pilot with Atlas Air until achieving an unrestricted Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate after completing training with IAA. Employment and third-party certifications are not guaranteed. All images of Atlas planes and facilities are provided courtesy of Atlas Air Worldwide and represent operations by Atlas Employees.

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