Flight Schools in France

Where can I find EASA flight schools in France?

France is home to 155 EASA-approved Approved Training Organisations (ATOs) offering pilot training from Private Pilot Licence (PPL) to Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) level. Aviatr's directory covers schools across France, spanning major metropolitan areas and regional aerodromes. The most widely offered training programmes in France are FCL.810 - Night Rating (A), FCL.210 - Private Pilot Licence (Aeroplane), FCL.725.A - Class Rating (A) SEP (land), FCL.115 - Light Aircraft Pilot Licence (Aeroplane), reflecting a healthy mix of recreational, commercial, and airline-track pathways. Typical training costs across Europe range from around €8,000 for a Private Pilot Licence up to approximately €150,000 for a full integrated ATPL programme — individual schools in France publish their own pricing and financing options.The main international airport serving France is Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (LFBD), a primary training hub connected to both commercial aviation and general aviation traffic. Beyond flight training, pilots in France also need a valid EASA aviation medical certificate — Aviatr maintains a directory of 545 certified Aviation Medical Examiners (AMEs) operating in the country, covering Class 1 medicals for commercial pilots and Class 2 medicals for private pilots. EASA licences issued by ATOs in France are valid across all European Union member states, allowing trained pilots to fly commercially anywhere in the EU. Use the filters below to narrow your search by city, rating, or specific training modules.