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Commercial Pilot Certificate

The Commercial Pilot Certificate qualifies you to fly for compensation and hire. This advanced certification develops the precision flying skills and professional judgment required for a career in aviation, whether as a charter pilot, flight instructor, or airline pilot.

12-36 weeks
Career certification
From $19,850
Commercial pilot training

What You Will Learn

Advanced flight maneuvers to commercial standards
Complex and high-performance aircraft operations
Chandelles, lazy eights, and steep spirals
Emergency procedures and decision-making
Long cross-country flight planning and execution
Commercial pilot regulations and responsibilities
Professional pilot standards and conduct
Multi-crew coordination concepts

Career Opportunities

A Commercial Pilot Certificate opens doors to numerous aviation careers:

Charter pilot
Corporate pilot
Flight instructor
Aerial survey pilot
Banner tow pilot
Agricultural pilot
Air ambulance pilot
Regional airline pilot

Eligibility Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age
Hold Private Pilot Certificate
Hold Instrument Rating (or concurrent enrollment)
Hold current FAA Medical Certificate (Class 2)
Read, speak, and understand English
Complete required flight training (200 hours for Part 141)
Pass FAA written knowledge test
Pass FAA practical test

Course Pricing

Aircraft Type12-Week Fast-Track36-Week Standard
Cessna 152/150$21,850$19,850
Cessna 172$25,850$23,850
Piper Arrow$26,850$24,850

Prices assume student holds Private Pilot Certificate and Instrument Rating. Actual costs may vary.

Course Summary

Duration12-36 weeks
Flight Training120 hours
Ground Training85 hours
Simulator20 hours
Total Hours205 hours

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