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FAA Commercial Pilot License

The final step to becoming a professional pilot. Earn the right to fly for compensation and launch your aviation career with comprehensive training in complex aircraft operations.

Commercial Pilot License Training

Overview Of the Course

The FAA Commercial Pilot License is a qualification that permits the holder to act as the pilot of an aircraft for remuneration and act as co-pilot (First Officer) in commercial air transportation, as pilot-in-command, co-pilot of any airplane engaged in operations other than commercial air transportation or as pilot-in-command in commercial air transportation of any single-pilot airplane.

The Commercial Pilot License training is usually one of the last steps in becoming a professional pilot.

Training Program

Comprehensive ground and flight training to prepare you for your Commercial Pilot License

Ground Training

Ground Training

The ground and flight training are combined during the whole preparation in obtaining the Commercial Pilot License.

Our comprehensive ground school covers all aspects of commercial aviation including advanced aerodynamics, complex aircraft systems, commercial regulations, advanced navigation, and professional decision-making skills.

Theoretical Knowledge Areas

The CPL ground training includes advanced study in the following areas:

  • Federal Aviation Regulations for Commercial Pilots
  • Complex Aircraft Systems
  • Advanced Aerodynamics and Principles of Flight
  • Human Performance & Limitations
  • Advanced Navigation Techniques
  • Weather Theory and Meteorology
  • Flight Planning and Performance
  • Commercial Operations and Procedures
Flight Training

Flight Training Requirements

The Flight Training will take place in the single-engine aircraft and in a single-engine complex aircraft.

In order to obtain a Commercial Pilot License, the pilot must complete a minimum of 55 hours of dual flight under Part 141.

This training will be divided into 3 stages and will have 3 stages of flight tests.

Complex Aircraft Training

Complex Aircraft Operations

Training includes operations in complex aircraft equipped with:

  • Retractable landing gear
  • Controllable-pitch propeller
  • Adjustable flaps

The student will obtain the necessary aeronautical skills and experience necessary to meet the requirements for a Commercial Pilot License.

Written Exam

Theoretical Exams

Towards the end of the course, you will have to demonstrate a sufficient level of theoretical knowledge at an FAA approved testing center in the form of a written test.

To pass the commercial pilot written examination you need to achieve a score of at least 70%, which is still a passing score. This test must be done before the Check Ride.

Practical Exams

The final aeronautical knowledge and practical test is the checkride. It will be taken at the end of all the training and consist of an oral and practical exam.

Once the student passes this exam, he/she will obtain the Commercial Pilot License.

Checkride Components

The checkride includes an oral examination covering all theoretical knowledge areas and a practical flight test demonstrating proficiency in all commercial pilot maneuvers and procedures.

Requirements

Basic requirements to enroll in the FAA Commercial Pilot License program

Age

18 years of age & above

Medical

To be at least 2 Class Medical certificate holder

Qualifications

To be at least a PPL(A) holder & to be proficient in the English language

Why Choose Flying Academy

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International Community

Broad international community of pilots and aviation professionals

Top Fleet

Top of the line modern aircraft fleet including complex aircraft

Expert Instructors

Experienced & talented instructors with proven track records

Global Locations

Located in Europe & USA for your convenience

Virtual Classrooms

State of the art virtual classrooms with live instruction

Interactive Coursework

Interactive coursework, stage checks, and monitored progress

Dedicated Support

Dedicated flight training consultant & customer support

Our Locations

Train at our premier facilities across the United States

Miami, Florida

Miami, Florida

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Los Angeles, Corona

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Van Nuys, Los Angeles

Los Angeles, Van Nuys

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