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LIFT Academy

Last checked October 16, 2026. Confirm on the official page before you apply or pay.

Rolling — no fixed window, apply when you qualify

Last checked October 16, 2026. Confirm on the official page before you apply or pay.

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Who it's for

Zero time to First Officer at Republic. Detailed entry requirements: Not found on the pages checked.

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Cost and financing

Conflicting figures, verify: $120,000 from zero, $89,125 with Private, $64,945 with Private + Instrument (PilotBound, citing LIFT pages); Rotate lists $89,500. Financing available… Show more

Conflicting figures, verify: $120,000 from zero, $89,125 with Private, $64,945 with Private + Instrument (PilotBound, citing LIFT pages); Rotate lists $89,500. Financing available (LIFT; Stratus testimonials mention LIFT).

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Partner schools

LIFT Academy campuses (Indianapolis plus others)

Application window

Official FAQ says 'Start the application process here' with no window or closed notice; you get next steps by email after applying.

Notes

Includes time-building and 'first-in-line' at Republic. Extra costs: technology fee, LIFT kit (per LIFT cost sheet hosted by Indiana Wesleyan).

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Questions

Is LIFT Academy accepting applications?

Status at last check (2026-10-16): Rolling. Official FAQ says 'Start the application process here' with no window or closed notice; you get next steps by email after applying.

Who is LIFT Academy for?

Zero time to First Officer at Republic. Detailed entry requirements: Not found on the pages checked.

What does LIFT Academy cost?

Conflicting figures, verify: $120,000 from zero, $89,125 with Private, $64,945 with Private + Instrument (PilotBound, citing LIFT pages); Rotate lists $89,500. Financing available (LIFT; Stratus testimonials mention LIFT).

When was LIFT Academy last checked?

2026-10-16. Confirm on the official page before you apply, pay, or turn another path down.