USA – ATP Flight School, the country’s largest flight training group, hosted its Alumni Charity Golf Tournament at Monarch Beach Golf Links in Dana Point, CA, in support of Angel Flight West. The non-profit organization provides free air transportation to patients in need of critical medical care who lack the means to travel. Over 120 industry partners and ATP alumni came together in support of this mission. This was ATP’s second charity golf tournament, and with the generosity of sponsors, it raised over $85,000 — all proceeds going directly to Angel Flight West.

Michael Arnold, ATP Vice President of Marketing: “Our sincerest thanks go out to our partners and alumni for their commitment to giving back to the industry while bringing awareness to this worthy and notable cause. We appreciate the generosity of our sponsors, with special recognition to Cessna, Southern Cross Aviation, Aero Performance/Aircraft Spruce, United Aviate, Marsh & USAIG, Avenger Flight Group, AOPA, Comerica, Lycoming, Piper Aircraft, Hylant, and Pilot Mall.”

The success of the event reflects ATP’s broader initiative to invest in and give back to the industry:

• Through the ATP Alumni Association, ATP is funding advanced training and scholarships for alumni to progress their careers.
• To date, the Alumni Association has provided over $750,000 worth of Flight Instructor Renewal Courses to alumni at no cost.
• Each quarter, alumni also have the opportunity to earn scholarships for over $15,000 in advanced training to complete an A320 type rating and ATP CTP course, along with the chance to be awarded a major airline interview prep and mentorship course through Spitfire Elite, valued at over $1,200 — all for free.
• Year to date, the Alumni Association has also sponsored over 50 conference passes for alumni, facilitating their attendance and support of events and organizations such as Women in Aviation, NGPA, OBAP, and more.

Source: ATP Flight School
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