Mermoz Academy

What Mermoz Academy does

Mermoz Academy, legally MERMOZ ACADEMY (Institut MERMOZ), is a French aviation training institution founded in 1957 and headquartered in Rungis (Paris-Orly area), with additional training bases in Tours and Nîmes. The company is a privately held Société Anonyme registered in Créteil, France, with €459,000 in share capital and a headcount of 11–50 employees. Itself styled as France's first airline pilot and cabin crew training school, Mermoz has trained more than 60,000 flight crew members since founding and integrates roughly 700 new students annually.

The academy's core product is a vertically integrated, EASA-approved training portfolio spanning integrated and modular airline pilot (ATP/CPL/IR) programs, Private Pilot License (PPL) courses, helicopter theoretical training delivered in partnership with SAF Hélicoptère and FHATO, Cabin Crew Attestation (CCA) under DGAC and EASA frameworks, and drone pilot certification (CATT). Underlying technology combines DGAC-approved e-learning platforms (QCM Mermoz, PPL, BIA, and DRONE e-learning portals), proprietary digital and print textbook publishing, and flight simulation equipment including FNPT II devices, an Alsim AL250, and an Alsim Airliner A320 full-flight simulator. Practical flight training is delivered on a fleet that includes Tecnam P-Mentor, Tecnam P2006, DA62, and Pipistrel electric aircraft across the three French campuses.

Mermoz Academy generates revenue through tuition fees for multi-month professional training programs (typically quote-based and not publicly disclosed), corporate training services to airline clients (CRM, Flight Dispatcher, selection preparation, skills maintenance), and one-time license sales of proprietary textbooks and drone training manuals via its e-commerce bookstore. Go-to-market is hybrid: direct-to-consumer sales-led acquisition via open days, webinars, and website inquiries, complemented by event-driven demand generation at SIAE, Dubai Airshow, and SFMA, and B2B airline partnerships (notably the 'Parcours Volotea' direct recruitment pathway and Transavia cadet pipeline) that serve as both a recruitment funnel for prospective students and a corporate training channel.

Name

Mermoz Academy

Legal name

MERMOZ ACADEMY (Institut MERMOZ)

Website

https://mermoz-academy.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1957

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Mermoz Academy is a French EASA-approved aviation training school (founded 1957) that delivers integrated and modular pilot, cabin crew, helicopter, and drone certification programs across three French campuses, serving approximately 700 new students per year and more than 60,000 alumni since inception.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aviation Training Services

NAICS

Flight Training (611512), Technical and Trade Schools (6115)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Aviation & Aerospace (EDABALAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Regulatory, Compliance & Type Training (FAA/EASA/ICAO, Part 147/145) (EDAOAFAN)

Keywords

• Aviation pilot training
• Cabin crew certification
• Flight school education
• EASA pilot licensing
• Commercial pilot programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Tours

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Professional Aviation Training Services: Mermoz Academy generates revenue primarily through professional aviation training programs including integrated ATP pilot training (24 months), modular pilot training, ATPL theoretical courses, PPL training, helicopter pilot training, Cabin Crew Attestation (CCA), and drone pilot certification. Programs range from a few weeks (e.g., PPL 2-week course) to 24+ months (integrated ATP). Revenue is earned through tuition fees for theoretical instruction, practical flight hours, simulator sessions, and examination fees.
2. Drone Theoretical Training and Publications: Sale of drone theoretical training materials (CATT preparation manuals) and e-learning access for aspiring drone pilots. Publications are sold in both digital (€38) and paper+digital bundle (€65) formats, with a 2024 updated edition at €49.
3. Aviation Publications and Textbooks: Sale of proprietary aviation textbooks covering ATPL, CPL, IR, EIR/CB-IR, BIR, PPL (aircraft and helicopter), and PNC subjects. Sold via the Mermoz e-shop boutique.institut-mermoz.com in both digital and print formats.
4. Corporate Training Services: Bespoke training services for airline partners and aviation companies, including PNC/PNT selection programs, competency maintenance courses, Crew Resource Management (CRM) trainer courses, Flight Dispatcher training, Security/Safety training, and team-building corporate events using flight simulators.
5. Refresher and Remediation Courses: Mathematics and physics refresher courses (4 days, 28 hours) for candidates preparing for ATPL entrance tests, as well as ATO transfer facilitation services with personalized pricing based on training progress.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Mermoz Academy is France's first and longest-established aviation training school (founded 1957), delivering EASA-approved pilot and cabin crew training. The academy offers integrated ATP pilot training (24 months), modular pilot programs, helicopter pilot theory, Cabin Crew Attestation (CCA), drone pilot certification, and aviation English training across three French campuses (Rungis/Orly, Tours, Nîmes). It also sells proprietary aviation textbooks and operates e-learning platforms supporting DGAC/EASA certification.

Product overview

Mermoz Academy is a French aviation training institution (formerly Institut Mermoz, rebranded June 2023) offering a comprehensive portfolio of pilot and cabin crew training programs. The core offering includes integrated ATP pilot training (24 months), modular accompanied pilot training, ab-initio programs for beginners, and helicopter theoretical training. Supporting the main programs are PPL and ATPL theoretical courses available in on-site, distance learning, and e-learning formats. The institution also provides cabin crew certification (CCA DGAC/EASA), drone pilot training, English language courses, and remedial mathematics/physics programs. A network of online tools complements the training, including QCM Mermoz for exam preparation, student portals, and e-learning platforms for various certifications. The training is delivered across three bases: Orly/Rungis (Paris area), Tours, and Nîmes, with partnerships including Volotea for cadet pathways.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Mermoz Training Center: The training center at Orly-Rungis featuring simulators and flight training equipment
• Institut Aéronautique Jean Mermoz

Products and services

• Pilote de ligne - ATP Intégré 24-month integrated Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) training program combining 9 months of theoretical instruction and 15 months of practical flight training, designed for individuals seeking to become airline pilots.
• Pilote de ligne - Ab Initio Integrated airline pilot training program for students with no prior aviation experience, covering theoretical knowledge and practical flight training over 24-28 months.
• Pilote de ligne - Formation Modulaire Accompagné Flexible modular pilot training program with personalized path combining theoretical training (distance or on-site) and practical flight training in France or the USA, progressing through PPL, ATPL theory, and CPL/IR certifications.
• CCA - Cabin Crew Attestation Cabin Crew Attestation certification required to work as flight attendant or steward in European airlines, available in DGAC and EASA versions with theoretical (108 hours distance) and in-person practical components (14 hours at Rungis-Orly).
• ATPL/CPL Hélicoptère Théorique Theoretical training program for helicopter pilot licenses (ATPL/CPL), offered in partnership with SAF Training Academy, with on-site training in Albertville.
• Formation Télépilote de drone

Quantifiable outcome

• 98% of graduates find employment in an airline within one year of completing training
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered major, minor and core.

• Fédération Aéronautique de France (FFA)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Mermoz Academy is a major partner of the Tour Aérien des Jeunes Pilotes (TAJP) for its 2026 edition. This youth aviation tour represents an important community and brand-building partnership connecting Mermoz with the next generation of French pilots.
• IFURTA (Université Aix-Marseille)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023IFURTA, affiliated with Aix-Marseille University, presented its new DESU Management du Transport Aérien pour Pilotes de Ligne program at Mermoz Academy's SIAE 2023 stand, indicating a complementary educational partnership.
• VoloteacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMermoz Academy has established a strategic 'Parcours Volotea' direct recruitment pathway for its graduates. Volotea recruits pilots from Mermoz Academy annually through this dedicated program, which includes an integrated ATP training pathway culminating in first officer positions on Airbus A320 aircraft. Stéphane Larrieu, Director of Training at Mermoz Academy and Commandant de Bord at Transavia, represents the academy at Volotea-related events.
• Transavia FrancecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransavia France is a key airline partner of Mermoz Academy. The partnership includes representation at Mermoz Academy events including the SIAE Paris Air Show, open days, and webinars. Transavia has announced plans to hire 900 positions including 500 CDIs, with over 250 for cabin crew and 140 for ground staff at Orly.
• SAF Hélicoptère / SAF Training AcademycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMermoz Academy partners with SAF Hélicoptère group for helicopter pilot training. SAF Training Academy provides theoretical helicopter training using Mermoz Academy pedagogical resources, while Azur Hélicoptère handles practical flight training. Bases are located in Albertville (theory and practice), Cannes (practice), and other group locations including La Réunion.
• FHATO Flight Training CentermajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFHATO Flight Training Center, a member of the HBG group and specialized in helicopter pilot training across Europe, France, and French Guiana, partners with Mermoz Academy for theoretical training provision. Mermoz dispenses the theoretical portion of FHATO's CPL(H) integrated program.
• AirbusminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAirbus is featured as a client/partner on the Mermoz Academy website. The partnership includes participation in Airbus-related industry events and marketing content positioning Mermoz Academy as the school that trains pilots for Airbus aircraft types.
• Air FranceminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAir France is listed among Mermoz Academy's airline clients and partners, indicating graduates are employed at Air France and the academy participates in Air France-related aviation industry events.
• Air CaraïbesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAir Caraïbes is listed among Mermoz Academy's airline clients, indicating graduate employment at the Caribbean airline.
• EmiratesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEmirates is listed among Mermoz Academy's airline clients. The academy's participation in the Dubai Airshow and representation by Stéphane Larrieu (former Emirates A380 pilot) further connects the two organizations.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCxffh9STxaaq-_NJAwRYyaQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/mermozacademy
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/mermoz-academy
• Instagraminstagram.com/mermozacademy

Compliance3 records

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Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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