barcelonaflightschool.com

What barcelonaflightschool.com does

Barcelona Flight School (BFS) is the commercial training brand of Aeroclub de Barcelona-Sabadell, a nonprofit aviation institution founded in 1953 and headquartered at Sabadell Airport (IATA: QSA, ICAO: LELL) near Barcelona, Spain. BFS provides EASA-certified pilot training across airplane and helicopter tracks, including integrated ATPL, modular ATPL, PPL, CPL, helicopter PPL/CPL/ATPL, instructor ratings, and drone/RPAS operator courses. The school claims to have trained more than 5,000 pilots over 70+ years, with a current student body drawn from 30+ countries and documented alumni placements at major European carriers including Iberia, Vueling, Ryanair, EasyJet, Wizz Air, Air Europa, and Lauda. Its primary customer segments are aspiring professional airline pilots, career changers pursuing modular training, helicopter pilots (commercial and private), and international students supported through visa and accommodation services.

The school operates a fleet of 40-50 aircraft spanning piston single-engine trainers, multi-engine Tecnam P2006T, turbine helicopters (Robinson R44, AS355), and a fully electric trainer introduced in 2022, supported by a Boeing 737-800 NG full flight simulator and FNPT II simulators. Revenue is generated through multi-year, one-time-licensing contracts for training programs, simulator time, AESA official examination services, and airline preparation courses; pricing is not publicly disclosed and is handled through direct sales inquiries. Distribution is sales-led via website contact forms, phone, and email channels (info@, sales@, [email protected]), supplemented by event-driven open days, social media presence (Instagram, X, Facebook, LinkedIn), content marketing, and a Level 3 (highest) membership in the Airline Pilot Club (APC) global recruitment platform, formalized in October 2023. BFS holds three sector-critical certifications (EASA ATO/E-ATO-037, CAMO/ES.MG.118, MRO/ES.MF.003) and is authorized to administer official AESA theoretical knowledge exams on-site.

Name

barcelonaflightschool.com

Legal name

Aeroclub de Barcelona-Sabadell

Website

https://barcelonaflightschool.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1953

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Barcelona Flight School is the commercial training brand of Aeroclub de Barcelona-Sabadell, providing EASA-certified airplane and helicopter pilot training (ATPL, CPL, PPL, ratings) from Sabadell, Spain, with a 40+ aircraft fleet and Boeing 737-800 NG simulator serving aspiring professional pilots from 30+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Flight Training Services

NAICS

Flight Training (611512)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Aviation & Aerospace (EDABALAC)

Keywords

• Pilot training programs
• Flight school education
• Airline pilot licensing
• Helicopter pilot training
• Aviation academy services

Headquarters

HQ city

Sabadell

HQ country

Spain

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, Others

Revenue model

1. Professional Pilot Training Programs: Revenue generated from comprehensive flight training programs including integrated ATPL (Airline Transport Pilot Licence), modular ATPL, PPL, CPL, helicopter training, and various ratings and certifications. Programs range from 18-24 months for integrated courses to modular programs lasting 3-5 years.
2. Simulator Training: Revenue from Boeing 737-800 NG simulator training and FNPT II devices for MCC (Multi-Crew Cooperation) and other specialized training.
3. Airline Preparation Courses: Preparation courses for airline access, including interview preparation for airlines like Ryanair, Swiss Air, and others.
4. Examination Services: AESA official examination services conducted at their facilities for theoretical knowledge exams.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Barcelona Flight School is the commercial training brand of Aeroclub de Barcelona-Sabadell and provides EASA-certified integrated and modular pilot training for airplanes and helicopters, ranging from Private Pilot Licence (PPL) through Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL). Training is delivered using a fleet of 40+ aircraft, a Boeing 737-800 NG full flight simulator, and FNPT II simulators, supplemented by airline preparation courses, drone/RPAS operator training, instructor ratings, and on-site AESA examination services for students from 30+ countries.

Product overview

Barcelona Flight School is a flight training institution offering integrated and modular pilot training programs across two categories: Airplane and Helicopter. The core product portfolio includes ATPL (Airline Transport Pilot Licence) programs in both integrated (zero-to-ATPL) and modular (step-by-step) formats, along with PPL, CPL, and various ratings and instructor courses. Training equipment includes Boeing 737-800 NG full flight simulator and FNPT II simulators. Additional offerings include RPAS/Drone operator training, airline preparation courses, and specialized courses like UPRT and PBN. The school operates from Sabadell Airport with facilities in Barcelona, Spain, and holds EASA certification (ATO/E-ATO-037).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Integrated Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) Programme — Airplane Zero-to-ATPL integrated course for students with little or no prior aviation experience, providing a direct track to an airline pilot career; duration approximately 18–24 months and includes 230 flight hours and 795 theoretical instruction hours.
• Modular Plus ATPL Programme — Airplane Step-by-step ATPL licence programme allowing students with prior flight experience to receive credit and tailor the schedule to their own needs.
• Private Pilot Licence (PPL) Course — Airplane Entry-level pilot licence course for flying for personal enjoyment or as the first step toward a professional aviation career.
• Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) Course — Airplane Professional pilot licence course enabling careers as a first officer in airlines or as a professional pilot in corporate aviation and aerial works.
• Online ATPL Theoretical Knowledge (OATK) Course Online ground school providing all required theoretical knowledge for ATPL, allowing students to complete coursework from home.
• APS MCC (Multi-Crew Cooperation) Course Required training course before obtaining a Type Rating on multi-crew (two-pilot crew) aircraft, delivered using multi-crew simulator resources.
• Helicopter ATPL (ATPL-H) Programme Modular ATPL programme for helicopters, allowing students with prior flight experience to receive credit and tailor the programme to their own needs.
• Helicopter Private Pilot Licence (PPL-H) Course Entry-level helicopter pilot licence course; prerequisite for the Modular ATPL(H) course or for private helicopter flying and sport. Includes 45 flight hours in Robinson R44 and 100 hours of theory.
• Helicopter Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL-H) Course Professional helicopter pilot licence course enabling careers in the aviation industry. Includes 135 flight hours and 350 hours of theory over 18 months.
• Helicopter ATPL Theory (HATK) Course Theoretical knowledge course covering all learning objectives necessary to pass the exams for a helicopter ATPL licence.
• Flight Instructor (FI) Courses — Airplane and Helicopter Flight instructor rating courses (FI(A) and FI(H)) that allow licensed pilots to add flight experience to their logbook while teaching fellow pilots before applying to airlines.
• RPAS / Drone Operator Course Basic and Advanced Drone Pilot courses for Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS), covering flights within or beyond visual range of the pilot.
• Boeing 737-800 NG Full Flight Simulator Training Full flight simulator designed to replicate Boeing 737-800 operation and performance, with triple projection visual system, audio simulation, high-resolution orography, and high-resolution flight control software for multi-crew training including cabin coordination and decision-making.
• FNPT II Simulator Training (Tecnam P2006T and Cessna 172N) FNPT II flight and navigation training simulator for Tecnam P2006T and Cessna 172N, supporting single- and multi-engine training.
• Performance Based Navigation (PBN) Course Navigation training based on performance requirements for aircraft RNAV/RNP operations.
• Advanced UPRT (Upset Prevention and Recovery Training) Course Upset Prevention and Recovery Training course covering handling of aircraft upsets.
• Airline Preparation Course Preparation course for airline access, providing tools to successfully face interviews with airlines such as Ryanair, Swiss Air, and others.
• Aviation Ratings Suite (CRI, ME, SEPL, IR/ME, IR-SEP, IRI, VFR-N, STW, AR, MCCI, R44) Additional aviation ratings including Class Rating Instructor (CRI), Multi-Engine (ME), Single-Engine Piston Land (SEPL), Instrument Rating (IR/ME and IR-SEP), Instrument Rating Instructor (IRI), Night VFR (VFR-N), Sailplane Towing (STW), Aerobatics (AR), Multi-Crew Cooperation Instructor (MCCI), and R44 helicopter type rating.

Quantifiable outcome

• 17,000+ flight hours per year
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Airline Pilot Club (APC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 October 2023Barcelona Flight School achieved Level 3 (highest) membership status in the Airline Pilot Club. This partnership provides access to APC's cutting-edge recruitment tools, allowing BFS to efficiently manage leads and import prospects. The partnership supports sustainable aviation goals and enhances BFS's visibility to aspiring pilots globally.
• Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona (UAB)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with UAB indicated through institutional logo display on BFS website, suggesting academic partnership or institutional affiliation.
• Aeroclub de Barcelona-SabadellcoreOthersThe parent organization of Barcelona Flight School (BFS) brand. Aeroclub de Barcelona-Sabadell is the owning institution that has operated flight training since the 1950s. Registered at Barcelona Mercantile Register Volume 2021, Book 1425, Section 2, Folio 245, Sheet 21131, Inscription 23.
• Centre de Vol a Vela (La Cerdanya)minorOthersSecondary training base at La Cerdanya Airport (ICEO: LECD) used for navigation training practices. Affiliated organization through Aeroclub de Barcelona-Sabadell.
• Rackup CambridgeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerReferral partnership indicated by Rackup Cambridge referral link on BFS website (utm_source=website&utm_medium=bfs&utm_id=referral+).

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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