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Expand Up @@ -63,9 +63,9 @@ make that dream come true. In Europe, there are many flight schools to choose fr
setups to large airline-integrated academies.

One of the most important factors is financial stability. Pilot training requires large upfront costs, and if a school
goes bankrupt mid-training, students can be left stranded. A recent example is [Pilot Flight Academy](https://www-nrk-no.translate.goog/vestfoldogtelemark/desperat-stemning-etter-at-pilot-flight-academy-gikk-konkurs_-_-fortvilende-1.17714073?_x_tr_sl=auto&_x_tr_tl=en) in Norway, which
faced bankruptcy in 2026 and [FTA-Global](https://www.ftnonline.co.uk/2023/05/23/fta-global-collapses/) in United Kingdom in 2023, leaving students in an uncertain position after
paying significant fees. Situations like this show why it’s important to research ownership, funding, and
goes bankrupt mid-training, students can be left stranded. A recent example is Pilot Flight Academy in Norway, which
faced bankruptcy in 2026[^1] and FTA-Global in the United Kingdom in 2023[^2], leaving students in an uncertain position
after paying significant fees. Situations like this show why it’s important to research ownership, funding, and
long-term stability before committing.

You should also look closely at a school’s track record for finishing students on time. Many schools advertise fast
Expand All @@ -86,6 +86,14 @@ accommodation, and whether the school has a structured training system that fits
In the end, choosing a flight school is about more than just starting your training - it’s about ensuring you can
realistically and safely finish it, without unnecessary delays or financial risk.

[^1]:
[Desperate mood after pilot school went bankrupt](https://www-nrk-no.translate.goog/vestfoldogtelemark/desperat-stemning-etter-at-pilot-flight-academy-gikk-konkurs_-_-fortvilende-1.17714073?_x_tr_sl=auto&_x_tr_tl=en),
[NRK.no](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NRK), 05.01.2026 (in Norwegian), retrieved 17.04.2026

[^2]:
[FTA Global collapses](https://www.ftnonline.co.uk/2023/05/23/fta-global-collapses/),
Flight Training News Online, 23.05.2023,retrieved 17.04.2026

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*[EASA]: European Union Aviation Safety Agency
*[CAA]: Civil Aviation Authority
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