“This was the first time someone actually explained the UK routes without pushing one option. It made everything click.”
John Doe Zero time student
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Clear routes · UK focused · Desktop first
Your pilot pathway, properly mapped.
Choose a direction first. Then let Spires help you map the route.
Start here
Pick your entry point
Two clear ways to start. The Pathway helper can pull it together afterwards.
Spires Pathway Helper
Get a personalised route
A guided helper that maps a route based on your starting point, goals, and constraints.
Your starting point
- Zero hours / some experience
- UK based
- Flexible timeline
This tells the helper where you are today.
Your goal
- Airline focused
- Modular training preferred
- UK licence outcome
This defines the destination and acceptable routes.
Your constraints
- Cost conscious
- Part time initially
- Needs flexibility
These shape trade-offs and recommendations.
Example output
Your personalised route
This is a mock output showing the structure and tone of guidance.
Recommended pathway
Based on your inputs, a modular UK pathway offers the best balance of flexibility, cost control, and airline readiness.
- Initial PPL and hour building locally
- ATPL theory alongside modular flying
- CPL / ME / IR once hours and funding align
Why this works for you
- Allows part-time progress early on
- Reduces upfront financial risk
- Keeps multiple airline options open
Alternative routes are available if priorities change.
Next actions
What to do next
Clear, practical steps you can act on immediately.
Shortlist schools
Compare modular-friendly UK schools that support flexible scheduling.
View flight schools →Understand exams
Start with general ATPL theory concepts before committing to a provider.
View exam practice →Decide when to go deeper
If you want airline-specific prep or deeper planning, support plans are available.
See support plans →
Spires adapts as your situation changes. This route is not locked in.
Support plans
More help when you need it
Spires is free to start. If you want deeper planning, structured practice, or access to a human style support channel, pick a plan.
Free
You’re on this£0
per month
Core routes and outlines. Enough to get direction and stop guessing.
- Base pathway outlines (UK focused)
- Common routes and school overview
- Limited Pathway helper previews
- Basic next action suggestions
Best for: early research and choosing a direction.
Current plan
Go to Pathway helper
Basic
Most people£4.99
per month
More detail, more practice, and more help building a plan you can follow.
- Everything in Free
- General exam practice sets
- Deeper Pathway helper outputs (more steps, more context)
- Expanded comparisons and route tradeoffs
- Support service to contact a professional (mock)
Best for: building confidence and starting structured prep.
Pro
Recommended£10.99
per month
Airline specific prep and deeper planning. Built for people targeting an outcome.
- Everything in Basic
- Airline specific exam practice (mock access)
- Course introductions and assessment prep guidance
- Route branching: if you choose X, here’s what changes
- Priority updates when your goal shifts
Best for: serious progress and airline focused preparation.
Full
Spires Copilot£15.99
per month
Maximum depth and future features. Built for people who want ongoing guidance, not one off answers.
- Everything in Pro
- Spires Copilot: a running plan that updates as you progress (mock)
- Route Revisions: save versions and compare what changed (mock)
- Progress Dashboard: milestones, time estimates, and targets (mock)
- Priority Review: faster feedback loops and a higher touch support path (mock)
Best for: people who want a continuously updated, personalised plan.
Plans unlock depth and structured practice. Clarity stays free. Upgrade only if it helps.
Reviews
What people say
Early feedback from pilots and students using Spires to understand their options.
Reviews shown here are early examples while Spires is in development.
FAQ
Quick answers
Clear answers to common questions. No sales language, no fluff.
What exactly does Spires provide?
Spires provides structured guidance, comparisons, and planning tools to help you
understand pilot training routes. It does not sell training or act as a flight school.
Think of it as a guide that helps you make informed decisions.
Is Spires free to use?
Yes. Core pathway outlines, common routes, and basic guidance are available for free.
Paid plans only unlock deeper planning, exam practice, and more personalised outputs.
What do the paid support plans actually add?
Paid plans add depth rather than gating clarity. Depending on the plan, this includes
more detailed pathway breakdowns, exam practice, airline specific preparation, and
higher-touch guidance.
Are the exam questions airline specific?
General exam practice covers core ATPL-style knowledge. Higher plans include
airline specific question sets and preparation focused on how airlines assess
candidates, rather than just theory recall.
Does Spires recommend specific flight schools?
Spires presents schools, partnerships, and pathways side by side. It explains
differences and trade-offs but does not push a single option. The aim is informed choice.
Is this suitable if I already have a PPL or some hours?
Yes. The Pathway Helper adapts to different starting points, including PPL holders,
hour builders, and people returning after a break.
Is Spires airline affiliated?
No. Spires is independent. Any airline partnerships or pathways shown are publicly
available programmes presented for comparison.
Does using Spires replace advice from a flight school or instructor?
No. Spires helps you understand your options and prepare better questions.
Flight schools and instructors remain essential for training and instruction.