London, UK

7th November 2026

Have you thought about becoming a pilot? Join Europe's largest pilot training exhibitions to explore pilot careers and training options.

Pilot Careers Live London

Sofitel Hotel, London Heathrow, Terminal 5

Saturday, 7 November 2026

09.30 am – 16.30pm

Guaranteed to inform and inspire you on how to become an airline pilot.

Congratulations… you could have made your first step towards becoming a professional pilot by attending Pilot Careers Live London.

Pilot Careers Live is an exciting careers event that brings together leading flight training companies, training experts and pilots in one venue, to offer the best possible independent career advice on what it takes to becoming a professional pilot.

There is also a varied seminar programme throughout the day, with keynote speakers from the pilot community and training market.

Join us and get your questions answered…

What are the training costs?
What salary can you expect?
What subjects/grades are required?
How do you combine pilot training with with a university degree?
What does pilot selection entail?
What are the career prospects?
What it’s like to fly for an airline?
Alternative aviation career options
Plus, get 25% discount of the FLYER Club – save money and become a better pilot!

and much more.

Who should attend?

If you are considering a career as a professional pilot, Pilot Careers Live is a must-go event. Whether you are in education or looking for a career change, Pilot Careers Live is the best place to start.

We look forward to welcoming you on board!

Schedule

Pilot Careers Live presents an inspiring programme of presentations from industry experts. More information coming soon.

British Airways
From Training to Take-Off: Becoming an easyJet Pilot

Captain Kate West MBE, Training Manager – Future Pilots, will explain the pathways to the easyJet flight deck, break down how each route works, and share practical advice on choosing the right training organisation and excelling in the selection process.
Jet2
Loganair

Exhibitors

Discuss your aspirations with industry professionals and experts. Get your questions answered.

FlyBy

Pooleys

Stein Pilot Insurance

The Honourable Company of Air Pilots

Altantic Flight Training Academy

Airline Flight Academy

Bristol Ground School

Helicentre Aviation Academy

British Women Pilot's Assoc.

Bartolini Air

2Fly

Stapleford Flight Centre

University of West London

Barcelona Flight School

FlyFair

Mentored Modular

Oxford Airline Training

Armstrong Aviation Clothing

CAA STEM

Air and Space Institute Newark

CRM Aviation Europe

Euro Flight Training

IFA

Fly School Air Academy

Royal Air Force

Mediterranean Flight School

EvoAPTL

European Aviation Academy

Oman Aviation Academy

Simtech

Pivot

Kingston University London

Visitor information

Essential seminars
From leading industry experts and professionals
At each Pilot Careers Live event, we have a programme of seminars. They are concise and highly relevant for anyone thinking about training as a professional pilot, covering subjects such as medical requirements, assessment tests, training routes, finding the finance, military careers, airline recruitment and, of course, what a pilot's job is really like!

Exhibitors
Meet and network with training firms and airline recruiters
Pilot Careers Live events are a chance to meet face-to-face with Approved Training Organisations, airline recruiters, universities offering aviation courses, and pilots already in training or who have recently graduated.

Info to take away
Brochures and information from exhibitors
No need to make up your mind on the spot. Take away brochures from the training companies that catch your eye for later study. It's a big decision to take a pilot training course and you need to be sure you choose the right school for you.

Why attend?

Venue

Location

Hotel Sofitel London Heathrow

Address

Southampton Road, London, England, TW6 2GD

Public transport

We recommend public transport to avoid traffic and parking charges. T5 is served by the Piccadilly Line, Elizabeth Line, the Heathrow Express and various buses. Full details can be found at: heathrow.com/transport-and-directions

Parking

Parking spaces at the Sofitel are extremely limited, and parking charges apply. A conference rate is available for the car park, this is £20 for eight hours. To access this rate, please visit the hotel reception desk as you leave and mention Pilot Careers Live. Once full you will be directed to park at one of Heathrow’s Long Term or Short Term car parks, which may have considerably higher rates.

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