Theory with Cranfield.
Practical training where it suits you.
Your theoretical knowledge training should open doors — not tie you to one flight school. Cranfield students remain free to choose the practical training organisation that best fits their licence path, location, aircraft preference and personal circumstances.
One theory school. Freedom for everything that follows.
Cranfield Aviation Training School specialises in theoretical knowledge training. Once your theory is complete, you are not tied to a particular practical training provider through Cranfield. You may continue with an appropriately approved training organisation of your choice.
Where guidance is useful, we can help identify practical training options from organisations we know personally and, in many cases, have worked with for years. The purpose of the network is not to restrict choice. It is to give students reliable points of reference when they want them.
Independent advice. Connected training.
Practical training is a major investment of time, money and trust. We believe students should compare schools carefully and choose an organisation that genuinely fits their route. When we make an introduction, it is because we know the organisation and consider it relevant to the student's circumstances — not because Cranfield requires the student to train there.
Training connections across borders.
Useful points of contact for practical training. Current approvals, availability, aircraft, prices and contractual conditions should always be confirmed with the respective provider before enrolment.
Established EASA training options
Aeroplane + HelicopterFor students who want to keep practical training in Germany, our network includes organisations across several regions and training profiles.
UK training connections
Specialist trainingFor pilots whose plans include the United Kingdom, Cranfield maintains specialist connections and can help place theory and practical stages into the wider licensing context.
International training pathways
Florida + HawaiiThe United States can be relevant for FAA training, international hour building and carefully structured EASA conversion pathways.
Specialist European partners
Cross-borderEASA training allows students to think beyond national borders. Where a specialist organisation elsewhere in Europe fits the intended route, Cranfield can support the theory side independently.
Supporting aviation beyond flight training.
Specialists and resources that students and pilots regularly need alongside their training.
Medical and creative partners
Independent exam preparation
A simple handover — without losing your freedom.
Build the right theory foundation
Complete the theoretical knowledge programme appropriate to your licence route with Cranfield.
Choose the practical environment
Select the practical training organisation that suits your geography, aircraft, schedule and intended qualification — inside our network or independently.
Keep the journey connected
Where useful, our team can support the transition between theory, examinations, credits, conversions and practical training.
Start with the licence you want to hold.
Tell us where you are now, where you want to train and which licence or rating you are working towards.
