Commercial Pilot License
Turn your passion for flying into a paid profession—earn your Commercial Pilot License and get paid to chase the skies!
A Commercial Pilot License (CPL) allows you to be paid for flying and opens the door to careers in aviation. Training includes advanced flight skills, navigation, and in-depth aviation theory. Earning your CPL is a major step toward becoming an airline pilot, flight instructor, or charter pilot.
Career Opportunities with Your CPL
Airline Pilot
Build hours toward airline transport pilot requirements
Flight Instructor
Teach others to fly while building your experience
Charter Pilot
Fly private charters and business aviation
Aerial Survey
Conduct aerial photography and mapping operations
Pipeline Patrol
Monitor infrastructure and environmental conditions
Banner Towing
Aerial advertising and promotional flying
Advanced Skills You'll Master
Advanced Flight Skills
- Complex aircraft operations
- Advanced maneuvers and precision flying
- Emergency procedures mastery
- Night and cross-country operations
- Maximum performance techniques
Professional Development
- Aviation regulations and commercial operations
- Weather analysis and decision making
- Advanced navigation and flight planning
- Professional pilot responsibilities
- Customer service and communication
Commercial License Requirements
250 Hours Total Time
Including specific experience requirements
18+ Years Old
Minimum age requirement
Written & Practical
Pass FAA exams
2nd Class Medical
FAA medical certificate
Your Path to Commercial Success
Build Flight Hours
Accumulate the required 250 hours through various flying activities
Advanced Ground School
Master commercial operations, regulations, and advanced theory
Commercial Maneuvers
Perfect advanced flying techniques and precision maneuvers
Pass Your Checkride
Demonstrate your skills to an FAA examiner and earn your CPL
Ready to Fly for a Living?
Take the next step in your aviation journey and turn your passion into a profession.