How Do I Become an Airline Pilot in the USA?
For those with the sky in their sights, becoming an airline pilot is one of the most rewarding journeys imaginable. Yet, with multiple stages and certifications involved, it can sometimes feel daunting. At Skyborne, we know exactly what it takes to turn your dream into reality. These are some of the most-asked questions we receive, […]
Skyborne extends partnership with FlightLogger to 2030, expanding platform across its UK and US training bases
Århus, Denmark – 10 September, 2025 – Skyborne Airline Academy and FlightLogger are today announcing a renewed five-year collaboration, with FlightLogger’s platform to be utilised across Skyborne’s UK and US training bases. The new agreement will introduce FlightLogger’s Business Insights module to support Skyborne’s ongoing focus on performance, transparency and global scalability. It will also […]
Skyborne Partners with Stratus Financial
Skyborne partners with Stratus Financial to break down barriers to pilot training in the US Vero Beach, Florida, US – August 11, 2025: Skyborne Airline Academy is today announcing a partnership with Stratus Financial to provide funding solutions and tailored support to aspiring pilots in the US. Students based at Skyborne’s facility in […]
Ryanair selects Skyborne as first UK provider for its Future Flyer Academy
Gloucestershire, UK – 18 June 2025: Skyborne Airline Academy is today announcing a partnership with Elevate(her), a community-led initiative dedicated to empowering women in aviation worldwide, to expand access to flight training and drive greater female representation in the cockpit. With women accounting for fewer than 6% of airline pilots, the partnership aims to encourage […]
Skyborne partners with Elevate(her) to diversify the flight deck
Gloucestershire, UK – 18 June 2025: Skyborne Airline Academy is today announcing a partnership with Elevate(her), a community-led initiative dedicated to empowering women in aviation worldwide, to expand access to flight training and drive greater female representation in the cockpit. With women accounting for fewer than 6% of airline pilots, the partnership aims to encourage […]
From Honolulu to the Skies: Xaiyveyus’ Skyborne Journey
Early Beginnings and the Aviation Bug “I’m originally from Honolulu, Hawaii, where I spent the first half of my life before moving to Colorado Springs. My passion for aviation started early—I had my first discovery flight while in the Civil Air Patrol in eighth grade. I also attended school on the Air Force Academy base, […]
From Basketball Future to the Airlines: Cache’s Introduction to Aviation
“My journey into aviation was, quite honestly, a surprise. Standing at 6’2” since ninth grade, I was convinced that my future lay in basketball—playing in college, competing overseas, and eventually becoming an Athletic Director for a Division I school. But life had other plans. After the world reopened post-COVID, I found myself at a dinner […]
From Village Roots to the Skies: Loira’s Journey to Becoming a Pilot
Born in Samoa, Raised on Determination“I was born in Fagamalo and raised in Lelepa and Satoalepai, Samoa. Growing up, my parents placed a strong emphasis on education despite the challenges we faced. Their unwavering support allowed me to attend Vaiola Church College, where I began shaping my dreams. Initially, I planned to pursue a career […]
British Airways and Skyborne launch applications for the 2025 Speedbird Pilot Academy
Gloucestershire, UK – 11 February, 2025: British Airways and Skyborne Airline Academy are today announcing the opening of applications for the 2025 Speedbird Pilot Academy. The multi-million-pound training initiative, launched in 2023, offers aspiring pilots of all backgrounds a fully-funded path to the flight deck with British Airways. Successful candidates will undergo a joint selection […]
British Airways and Skyborne launch applications for the 2025 Speedbird Pilot Academy
Gloucestershire, UK – 11 February, 2025: British Airways and Skyborne Airline Academy are today announcing the opening of applications for the 2025 Speedbird Pilot Academy. The multi-million-pound training initiative, launched in 2023, offers aspiring pilots of all backgrounds a fully-funded path to the flight deck with British Airways. Successful candidates will undergo a joint selection […]
