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.
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.
Comprehensive ground and flight training to prepare you for your Commercial Pilot License
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.
The CPL ground training includes advanced study in the following areas:
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.
Training includes operations in complex aircraft equipped with:
The student will obtain the necessary aeronautical skills and experience necessary to meet the requirements for a Commercial Pilot License.
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.
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.
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.
Basic requirements to enroll in the FAA Commercial Pilot License program
18 years of age & above
To be at least 2 Class Medical certificate holder
To be at least a PPL(A) holder & to be proficient in the English language
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With Flying Academy accelerated program, you will have the chance to complete your aviation training within a matter of weeks.
Zero to Commercial Pilot License program is designed for students with little to no flying experience and that want to pursue a career in aviation.
PPL (A) training is the first step toward becoming a professional pilot. Our Part 141 pathway with a structured syllabus and stage checks is designed to help students with little or no prior flight experience progress efficiently.
Take the final step toward becoming a commercial pilot with Flying Academy's comprehensive CPL program. Expert instruction in complex aircraft and professional operations await you.