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Qantas Group Pilot Academy

More than one hundred years of the highest standards of training ensure our pilots are some of the world’s best. Now we’re looking to the next generation.

About the Academy

Training

Since its founding in 1982, FTA’s highly trained and committed staff ensure that the training environment and content of the courses not only exceed student expectations, but also contribute to the creation of a truly world-class pilot school.

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Licences

On successful graduation from the Academy, students will qualify for the following CASA licences and ratings:

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Course information

Course dates

Course: QG45
Applications close: 9 February 2025
Start date: 23 June 2025

Course: QG46
Applications close: 16 March 2025
Start date: 28 July 2025

Course: QG47
Applications close: 20 April 2025
Start date: 1 September 2025

Qantas Group Pilot Academy Scholarships

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The Qantas Group Pilot Academy Scholarship Program aims to provide equity-based grants to support diversity. Over the coming five years, 100 scholarships are on offer.

Applications are open and being accepted for Academy courses from now until 2028 from females or First Nations People. If successful, the scholarship is designed to support a student with onsite accommodation costs.

For more information, read our FAQs, or email Diversity and Inclusion

Apply for a Scholarship

The application process

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If you’re born to fly and serious about a career in aviation, take the first step and apply by completing the online form.

  1. Submit your education history, flying experience, health status and availability to commence training.
  2. If you're successful, meet with FTA and Qantas to complete a computer based training assessment, and participate in a pilot aptitude test, core skills test and an interview.
  3. Before commencing at the Academy, you'll also be required to obtain a CASA Class 1 medical certificate.

Make sure you read the FAQs before submitting your application form.

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Explore the Academy

Wellcamp Airport offers state-of-the-art navigation aids and access to uncongested airspace. Located in Toowoomba, Queensland, a thriving regional city with connections to major cities, it's the perfect place for students to learn how to fly. 

Graduates

Once you've graduatated from the Academy, a world of opportunities awaits. Some of our graduates are now employed as pilots in the Qantas Group, others in the aviation industry, and some have returned to the Academy as instructors.

Meet some of our graduates

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Contact

For any queries unanswered in our FAQs, email QGPA@flyfta.comOpens in a new tab or window

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News

Catch up on Academy news and videos.

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Employment opportunities

Contact Flight Training AdelaideOpens in a new tab or window for more information on working at the Academy.