Commercial Pilot Certificate (CPL) Training Program

Your Path to Professional Aviation

Program Overview

Advance your aviation career with our comprehensive Part 61 Commercial Pilot Certificate program.

This training prepares you to fly for compensation and hire, opening doors to professional aviation

opportunities including charter flights, cargo operations, and flight instruction.

Training Approach

Our Part 61 program provides personalized instruction focused on developing the precision, judgment,

and professionalism required for commercial aviation. We emphasize real-world scenarios and advanced

flight techniques essential for professional pilots.

Key Benefits:

Advanced flight maneuvers and precision flying

Commercial aviation decision-making training

Flexible scheduling around your current commitments

One-on-one instruction from experienced commercial pilots

Focus on professional standards and procedures

Career guidance and networking opportunities

Timeline & Requirements

Total Flight Hours: 250 hours minimum (typically 260-280 hours upon completion)

Typical Timeline: 4-8 months with consistent training

Training Schedule: Flexible - accommodates working professionals

Required Flight Hours Breakdown:

250 hours minimum total flight time

100 hours pilot-in-command time

50 hours cross-country pilot-in-command

10 hours dual instruction in complex aircraft

5 hours night flying

10 hours instrument training

20 hours dual instruction for commercial maneuvers

What You'll Learn

Ground School Topics:

Advanced Federal Aviation Regulations 

Commercial Aviation Operations and responsibilities

Advanced Weather Theory and meteorology

Advanced Navigation and flight planning

Aircraft Performance and weight & balance

Turbine Engine Theory and operations

Crew Resource Management (CRM)

Professional Decision Making and risk management

Flight Training Skills:

Precision Maneuvers: Chandelles, lazy eights, eights-on-pylons

Advanced Landings: Short field, soft field, power-off 180s

Complex Aircraft Operations: Retractable gear, constant speed props

Emergency Procedures: Advanced system failures and emergency landings

Cross-Country Operations: Long-distance flight planning and execution

Night Operations: Advanced night flying techniques

Instrument Procedures: Approaches, holds, and departures

Training Phases

Phase 1: Prerequisites Review (Hours 1-5)

Private pilot skills assessment

Commercial regulation introduction

Complex aircraft transition training

Advanced weather interpretation

Flight planning procedures

Phase 2: Commercial Maneuvers (Hours 6-15)

Chandelles and lazy eights

Eights-on-pylons (ground reference)

Steep turns and advanced stalls

Emergency descent procedures

Precision approach techniques

Phase 3: Advanced Operations (Hours 16-25)

Complex aircraft proficiency

Advanced cross-country flying

Night commercial operations

Instrument approach procedures

Professional communication skills

Phase 4: Checkride Preparation (Hours 26-30)

Intensive maneuver review

Mock practical examinations

Oral exam preparation

Professional standards emphasis

Career planning discussion

Prerequisites

Basic Requirements:

Age: Minimum 18 years old

Medical Certificate: FAA Third-Class Medical or higher

English Proficiency: Read, speak, write, and understand English

Pilot Certificate: Hold Private Pilot License

Flight Hours: 250 hours total time with specific requirements

Ground School: Pass FAA Commercial Pilot knowledge test (70% or higher)

Flight Experience Requirements:

100 hours pilot-in-command

50 hours cross-country PIC

10 hours night flying

5 hours instrument time

Cost Structure

Part-Time Package: Designed for working professionals

What's Included:

Complex aircraft instruction time (if requested)

Advanced ground school training

Commercial maneuver training

Checkride preparation