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Overview of the flight school
Who is the flight school?
The Horizon Swiss Flight Academy (Horizon SFA), based in Kloten, Switzerland, has been training aspiring pilots since 1979. As an approved Approved Training Organization (ATO), it works according to EASA standards and is therefore also attractive for interested parties from Germany who are seeking a valid license throughout Europe.
Location and particularities
The flight school is located at Zurich-Kloten Airport. Horizon SFA works with modern training structures, combines e-learning, practice and simulator training and cooperates with well-known airlines such as Helvetic Airways or easyJet Switzerland. This provides good prospects for entering aviation professionally.
Offer of training
Programmes at a glance
The flight school offers various levels of training:
Private Pilot Licence (PPL A)
The basic license for private, non-commercial flight.
Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL A)
Allows commercial flight activity and is an important step towards an airline career.
ATPL Theory (A)
The theoretical part of the line pilot training – a prerequisite for later airline missions.
• Airline Cadet Programme (frozen ATPL)
Complete commercial pilot training up to the “frozen” ATPL, ideal for new entrants.
Costs
Price overview (simplified presentation)
PPL (A)
• From approx. CHF 20,000
CPL (A)
• From approx. CHF 13,500
ATPL Theory
• approx. CHF 4,600 – 8,900
Airline Cadet Programme (frozen ATPL)
• approx. CHF 119,000 – 129,000
Note: All amounts are approximate and may vary depending on personal training path and additional costs.
Funding opportunities
Horizon SFA offers flexible payment models for individual programs, such as the PPL. Existing licenses or pre-qualifications can enable additional cost reductions.
Requirements
Basic requirements
For PPL A:
• Minimum age: 17 years
• Medical fitness class 2
For CPL/ATPL programs:
• Minimum age: 18 years
• Medical fitness class 1
• Good knowledge of English (at least B2 recommended)
For the Airline Cadet Programme:
• Aptitude test or recommendation
• Good educational foundations
• Motivation for a career in the cockpit
Contact details
📞 Telephone: +41 44 862 07 07
📧 Email: info@horizon-sfa.ch
📍 Address: Steinackerstrasse 56, 8302 Kloten, Switzerland
🌐 Website: https://www.horizon-sfa.ch