ATP practical · Riverside, CA
Where can I do an accelerated ATP practical near Riverside or Los Angeles?
We run the ATP practical at Riverside Municipal Airport (KRAL) in Riverside, CA, in the Tecnam P2006T. Accelerated ATP is $4,995 and takes 3–4 days (3 dual flights); it's for military pilots who are currently flying, or pilots who did their commercial multi with Anywhere Aero. Everyone else takes Standard ATP: $5,995, 4–6 days, 5 dual flights.
Key facts
| Location | Riverside Municipal Airport (KRAL), 6651 Gemende Dr Suite B, Riverside, CA 92504 |
|---|---|
| Accelerated ATP | $4,995 · 3–4 days · 3 dual flights |
| Who Accelerated is for | Military pilots who are currently flying, or pilots who did their commercial multi with Anywhere Aero |
| Standard ATP | $5,995 · 4–6 days · 5 dual flights |
| Accelerated includes | Up to 5 hours dual instruction; Up to 4 hours ground instruction; Up to 2 hours aircraft rental for the checkride; Online ground school included; Checkride with an outside examiner (DPE fee paid separately, typically $1,100–$1,500) |
| Standard includes | Up to 8 hours dual instruction; Up to 6 hours ground instruction; Up to 2 hours aircraft rental for the checkride; Online ground school included; Checkride with an outside examiner (DPE fee paid separately, typically $1,100–$1,500) |
| ATP-CTP (required first) | 7 days of training, through our partner ATP Jets |
| Aircraft | Tecnam P2006T twin, Garmin G950 glass cockpit |
| Deposit | $1,250 at booking |
ATP training isn't a VA approved program. The VA Licensing & Certification benefit may reimburse the checkride fee for eligible veterans, up to $2,000 per exam, submitted after completion.
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Accelerated or Standard: one question decides it
Are you a military pilot who is currently flying, or did you do your commercial multi with us?
→ Yes: Accelerated ATP. 3–4 days, 3 dual flights, $4,995. You already know our SOPs and have time in the Tecnam, so the extra flights would be review.
→ No: Standard ATP. 4–6 days, 5 dual flights, $5,995. The two extra flights give you room to get proficient in an airplane you haven't flown. You can add flights to either program.
The order of operations
1. Finish the ATP-CTP (7 days of training).
2. Pass the ATP knowledge test.
3. Fly the practical with us and take the checkride with a DPE.
You also need to meet the ATP experience minimums. Standard ATP is built for pilots at 1,500 hours. Military pilots should check where their time puts them; our MILCOMP guide covers the step before this one.
Frequently asked questions
What it costs, how long it takes, and whether Accelerated fits you.
Where can I do an accelerated ATP practical near Los Angeles?
At Riverside Municipal Airport (KRAL), 6651 Gemende Dr Suite B, Riverside, CA 92504. Accelerated ATP is $4,995 and takes 3–4 days. The same course also runs at Fresno, CA and Norfolk, VA.
Who qualifies for Accelerated ATP?
Military pilots who are currently flying, or pilots who did their commercial multi with Anywhere Aero. They already know our SOPs and have time in the Tecnam, so 3 dual flights is enough. Everyone else takes Standard ATP (5 dual flights).
How long does the ATP practical take?
Accelerated ATP takes 3–4 days. Standard ATP takes 4–6 days. Weather and scheduling can stretch either one.
How much does the ATP practical cost?
Accelerated ATP is $4,995 and Standard ATP is $5,995. Both use an outside examiner, and the DPE fee is paid separately, typically $1,100–$1,500.
Do I need the ATP-CTP first?
Yes. The FAA requires the ATP Certification Training Program (ATP-CTP) before the ATP knowledge test. It's 7 days of training, run through our partner ATP Jets, and it's separate from the flight practical.
Can I use the GI Bill® for ATP training?
ATP training isn't a VA approved program, so the GI Bill® can't be used for tuition. Eligible veterans can still use the VA Licensing & Certification benefit to be reimbursed for the checkride (practical test) fee, up to $2,000 per exam, submitted after completion.
