Commercial Pilot
Flight Training
Modern & Advanced
Commercial Pilot Course Averages
30
Flight Hours Total
30
Flight Hours w/ CFI
30
Ground Hours w/ CFI
COMMERCIAL PREREQUISITES
16 Years of Age to Solo • 17 Years of Age for License • Pass FAA 3rd Class Medical • Understand & Speak English
COMMERCIAL STEPS
COMMERCIAL PRIVILEGES
• Fly Single Engine Airplane • Fly Day or Night Carry Passengers • Fly in Visual Flight Rules (VFR) Conditions
• Attend a Ground School or Self Study • Minimum of 40 Flight Hours • Pass FAA Private Pilot Written Exam • Pass the Check-ride
About the program
Taking Flight: Your Path to a Commercial License
Embarking on the journey to your commercial pilot's license at RVA Flyers is an exciting adventure! It starts with your Private Pilot License (PPL), covering the basics in the classroom and the cockpit. After building 250 hours of flight time, you'll progress to advanced training. Our experienced instructors will guide you through instrument flying, navigation, handling ,and emergencies. With our modern facilities and aircraft, success is within reach. Once you've logged the hours and passed exams, your commercial pilot's license signifies your dedication to aviation safety and your passion for flying. Join us at RVA Flyers and let your flying dreams take flight!
COMMERCIAL PILOT PREREQUISITES
16 Years of Age to Solo • 17 Years of Age for License • Pass FAA 3rd Class Medical • Understand & Speak English
COMMERCIAL PILOT STEPS
COMMERCIAL PILOT PRIVILEGES
This certificate will allow the types of flying where the pilot is being compensated. This includes jobs such as flight instruction, corporate pilot, agricultural pilot, banner towing, pipeline patrol, traffic reporting, and more that require a commercial pilot certificate. Depending on the job, additional training and requirements may be necessary
250 hours of flight time • 100 hours of pilot-in-command time • 50 hours of cross-country time • 20 hours of training, including • 10 of instrument, 10 of complex or TAA • 10 hours of solo training, including a smattering of cross-country and night • Pass FAA Commercial Written exam • Pass the Check-ride