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Commercial Pilot License (CPL)
FAA/ Commercial Pilot (CPL)
This program allows a pilot to operate an aircraft for hire or reward and involves both theoretical and practical flight instruction based on the FAA's CPL standards (Gleim Program). You will learn advanced aviation theory, navigation, flight planning, regulations and more.
Entry Requirements
Age
Language
Medical
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand English.
Obtain a Medical Certificate from an FAA-authorized
aviation medical examiner.
Ground School
Core Courses
Advanced Aerodynamics and Aircraft Performance, Aircraft Systems, Flight Operations, Navigation, Meteorology, FARs, Emergency Procedures, Human Factors, Airport Operations, Business and Professionalism, Emergency Procedures etc.
Assessments
Regular progression tests to monitor overall performance of students, Feedback from instructors to address any knowledge gaps etc.
Final Examination
A comprehensive test covering all ground training topics as well as preparation for the federal Aviation Authority (FAA)'s Commercial Pilot Knowledge Test.
Endorsements
Upon successful completion of Ground Training, receive the necessary endorsements to take the FAA Knowlege Test.
Flight School
Core courses
Pre-Flight Preparation, Advanced Flight Maneuvers, Advanced/Extreme tiered Takeoffs & Landings, Complex and High-Performance Aircraft (Retractable landing Gears and Constant Speed Props), Navigation, Instrument Training, Emergency procedures, Advanced flight maneuvers, Instructor led Operations, Night Flying Solo Flights Preparation for Checkride.
Matriculation
Requirements
At least 120 hours of flight time under Part 141, including:
- 55 hours of dual flight instruction from an authorized instructor. - 10 hours of solo flight time or 10 hours of flight time while acting as PIC with an instructor
Specific Training Requirements
- 10 hours of instrument training
- 10 hours of training in a complex or technically advanced aircraft
- One cross-country flight of at least 250 nautical miles with landings at three points
- Five hours of night VFR conditions, including 10 takeoffs and landings
- Etc.
Assessments & Certification
The execution of the practical examination (checkride), in the presence of a Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) examiner, etc. Successful Students will be eligible for a Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) issued Commercial Pilot Certificate.