Launch of the ASG Air Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) Theory Scholarship

ASG is proud to announce the launch of a scholarship program for the EASA Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) theory course to make the Airline Pilot career more accessible to those with funding difficulties. This scholarship program is aimed at aspiring pilots who hold either a Private Pilot’s Licence (PPL) or a Student Pilot’s Licence (SPL). The scholarship program will provide one successful applicant with the opportunity to undergo the ATPL theory course with ASG, one of the leading providers of EASA aviation training, at no cost.

ASG is committed to promoting excellence and diversity in aviation training, and this scholarship program is just one way in which the organisation is supporting the next generation of pilots. They encourage all aspiring pilots who meet the eligibility criteria to apply for this unique opportunity.

This unique scholarship includes the following:

  • Exclusive access to the ASG learning centre which contains hundreds of hours of video tutorials, and hints and tips, created by their team to support you in every step of your ATPL theory journey.
  • Their ATPL theory learning centre is accessible across all devices from desktop to mobile. Everything is even downloadable for offline use so that you can review the material at any time, from anywhere. 
  • Access to their subject matter experts (SME) learning and administrative support throughout training to support you.
  • Access their industry leading “ATPL theory Masterclass video series” which was created by their subject matter experts to provide you with key specific exam preparation techniques for each subject on the ATPL syllabus to help you to study smarter and achieve the best possible grades.
  • Access to their online discussions and chat forums where you can engage with their team and the rest of your ASG crew (students).
  • You can book your revision classes online, attend their live classroom lectures remotely or physically, and choose to complete your entire ATPL theory course without ever having to travel. They have invested in RØDE broadcast quality microphones and 4K webcams to enhance the remote learning experience. 
  • 720 hours of distance learning followed by 10 days’ (72 hours) of live lectures in preparation for your ATPL examinations (remote or classroom attendance).
  • All progress and school ATO “mock” exams, and Area 100 KSA assessments, required for ATO sign-off are (including two ATO exam attempts) and these assessments can be completed remotely from anywhere. 
  • ATO sign-off to sit your examinations under any EASA authority (for example, the IAA).
  • Access to the industry’s best ATPL instructors who have been selected for their practical industry experience and expertise in their theoretical domains. While many ATO’s use their day-to-day flight instructors for ATPL instruction, by using subject matter experts (directly from industry) we can focus on providing the highest quality of training. They hire directly from the aviation industry and their instructors include current airline pilots, type rating instructors, aircraft and avionics technicians, human factors specialists, military pilot instructors, aeronautical engineers, and air traffic controllers. 


The scholarship is open to all aspiring pilots who meet the following criteria:

  • Must hold a Private Pilot Licence (PPL) or a Student Pilot Licence (SPL).
  • The offer must be redeemed within 12 months (i.e. course commencement).
  • Must be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to the aviation industry and a desire to pursue a career as a commercial pilot.

Applications for the scholarship will be assessed by an expert panel, with the successful applicant being chosen based on their suitability. The panel will be looking for candidates who demonstrate a passion for aviation, a strong work ethic, leadership and interpersonal skills, and a commitment to excellence in training.

The closing date for applications is May 31st 2024. Applicants must complete the application form here together with a short personal statement outlining their interest in aviation and their career aspirations.

Mark Dwyer
Mark Dwyerhttps://flyinginireland.com
Mark is an airline pilot flying the Boeing 737 for a major European airline. In addition he is also a Type Rating Instructor, Type Rating Examiner and Base Training Captain on the B737. Outside of commercial flying Mark enjoys flying light aircraft from the smallest 3 Axis microlights up to heavier singles. He is also an instructor and EASA Examiner on single engines and a UK CAA Examiner. He flies the Chipmunk for the Irish Historic Flight Foundation (IHFF). Mark became the Chairman of the National Microlight Association of Ireland (NMAI) in 2013 and has overseen a massive growth in the organisation. In this role he has worked at local and national levels. In 2015, Mark won ‘Upcoming Aviation Professional Award’ at the Aviation Industry Awards sponsored by the IAA. Mark launched this website back in 2002 while always managing the website, he has also been Editor and Deputy Editor of FlyingInIreland Magazine from 2005 to 2015.

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