6 training centers
CAE is a global leader in aviation training with the world's largest network of civil aviation training centers.
CAE is a global leader in aviation training with the world's largest network of civil aviation training centers.
World's largest fleet of advanced full flight simulators with 70+ years of professional aviation training excellence.
Leading airline pilot training school with 88 locations and specialized Part 142 simulator training through ATP JETS division.
Global leader in commercial aviation simulation training and the largest privately-owned type rating Full Flight Simulator organization worl...
Southwest Airlines operates the world's largest Boeing 737 simulator fleet with 26+ Level D simulators at their Dallas LEAD Center.
Dallas stands as one of America's premier destinations for professional flight simulator training, hosting six world-class training centers that serve both commercial airlines and business aviation sectors. The city's central location and excellent infrastructure make it an ideal hub for pilots seeking comprehensive simulator-based instruction.
FlightSafety International operates a major facility offering extensive business jet training programs, while CAE provides cutting-edge airline simulation technology. Southwest Airlines maintains its primary training headquarters here, complemented by ATP Flight School's comprehensive pilot development programs and Avenger Flight Group's specialized commercial training curricula.
Dallas training centers feature an impressive array of simulator types, including Boeing 737 MAX, 737NG, 757, 767, and 787 models for commercial operations. Business aviation training encompasses sophisticated aircraft like the Challenger series (300/350, 604/605/650), Falcon 2000 and 900 variants, Gulfstream models including G650, GIV/G450, GV/G550, and Global series aircraft. Regional aircraft training includes CRJ-200 and turboprop options like King Air variants.
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) provides exceptional connectivity for traveling pilots, while Dallas Love Field offers additional convenience. The city's extensive hotel network caters specifically to aviation professionals, with many properties offering shuttle services to training facilities. Dallas's central time zone location minimizes jet lag for pilots arriving from coast-to-coast destinations.