How to Become a Pilot in Ireland
EASA/IAA · English
PPL Cost
€10,000 - €15,000
Full ATPL Investment
€80,000 - €130,000
Overview
Ireland is a major aviation hub with Ryanair (Europe's largest airline) and numerous aircraft leasing companies headquartered there. English-medium EASA training attracts international students.
Pilot Demand
High — Ryanair alone recruits hundreds of cadets annually
Top Training Cities
Major Airlines
What Makes Ireland Unique
English-medium EASA training
Ryanair cadet programs
Aircraft leasing capital
Strong aviation industry presence
Step-by-Step Path in Ireland
Get a medical certificate from a EASA/IAA-approved examiner
Choose a EASA/IAA-approved flight school in Dublin
Complete Private Pilot License (PPL) training
Add Instrument Rating (IR) for weather flying capability
Complete Commercial Pilot License (CPL) training
Build flight hours through instructing or commercial operations
Pass ATPL theory exams (13 subjects for EASA/DGAC)
Apply to Ryanair and complete type rating
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