“There is more to life than being a passenger”

- Amelia Earhart

Pilot 101

  • The How

    Becoming a pilot is a significant achievement that requires dedication, motivation, perseverance, and, above all, patience. The process involves several key steps, with the first being to clearly define your ultimate objective such as; what type of pilot of you want to be?

  • Types

    There are various classifications of pilots, with the most common being:
    Private Pilot: An individual licensed to operate an aircraft for personal use.
    Commercial Pilot: A pilot authorized to receive compensation for flying, representing a critical qualification for those seeking employment within the airline industry.

  • Where Do I Start?

    After determining the ultimate objective for your pilot license, you can assess the extent of your student pilot training required.

    Congratulations on completing Step 1!

    Please continue scrolling to learn about what comes next.

“ The most reliable way to predict the future is to create it”

- Abraham Lincoln

The steps to becoming a pilot:

  • Figure out you end goal:

    Private vs. Commercial

  • Take a discovery flight!

    How?

    Call your local flight school and they will take it from there.

  • Find a ground school for your private pilot certificate

    …YOU SHOULD CHOOSE US

  • Find a flight school that fits your needs

  • Pass your Checkride

  • Enjoy the skies!

pilot Certificate Succession

NUMBER 1: Private Pilot certificate

This license serves as the essential foundation for pursuing a career as a recreational or commercial pilot. Regardless of your intended path or location, obtaining this certification is the crucial first step in your aviation journey.

Number 2: Instrument rating

Obtaining this rating is essential for operating aircraft safely in a variety of weather conditions. Clear skies are not guaranteed every day, so ensure you are qualified to fly regardless of the weather and maintain progress toward your goals.

NUMBER 3: Commercial Pilot certificate

For individuals seeking to earn income through aviation as a pilot, this certificate provides the necessary authorization to operate aircraft commercially.

NUMBER 4: Certified flight instructor certificate (CFI)

To progress from the standard 250 hours required for a Commercial Pilot certificate to the 1,500 hours typically mandated by airlines, many students choose to become flight instructors, allowing them to accumulate flight hours while earning compensation.

**BONUS LEVEL** NUMBER 5: CERTIFIED Flight Instrument instructor rating (CFII)

This rating authorizes you to provide instruction for the instrument rating to student pilots. While it is not a mandatory qualification for a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), it enhances your professional credentials and can strengthen your resume when applying to major airlines.

**BONUS LEVEL** NUMBER 6: MULTI-ENGINE INSTRUCTOR (MEI)

This represents the final enhancement to your resume as a Certified Flight Instructor, enabling you to provide instruction to student pilots in operating multi-engine aircraft.