Contrail Aviation is a UK CAA Approved Training Organisation (ATO) based at Sleap Airfield near Shrewsbury, specialising in advanced modular flight training for private and professional pilots. The academy focuses on career progression courses including the Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL), Competency-Based Instrument Rating (CB-IR), Multi-Engine Piston (MEP) rating, and Advanced Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (UPRT), with instruction delivered by experienced airline pilots, flight examiners, and commercial instructors. Founded with a "flight training with integrity" ethos, the organisation places a strong emphasis on professionalism, safety, and developing practical real-world flying skills alongside technical competence.
Operating from Sleap Airfield in partnership with the wider aviation community based there, Contrail Aviation provides personalised, high-quality instruction in a supportive training environment designed to prepare pilots for commercial aviation careers. The school combines modern training aircraft, structured modular programmes, and close individual mentoring to help students progress efficiently towards professional qualifications. As a recently approved CAA ATO, Contrail Aviation has established itself as a specialist provider of advanced flight training, supporting pilots as they transition from private flying into airline and commercial operations.