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Flight training in Northeast Ohio - Vector Aviation

Commercial Pilot

A Commercial Pilot License with both Single-Engine and Multi-Engine ratings is a pivotal achievement for those aiming to pursue a career in aviation. This comprehensive license endows you with the ability to operate single-engine and multi-engine aircraft for compensation or hire. The training involves refining your piloting skills to a professional standard, encompassing advanced maneuvers, precise navigation, and decision-making under various conditions. With this license, you can serve as a pilot-in-command or co-pilot on a range of aircraft, depending on your ratings. Whether flying for regional airlines, charter services, or corporate aviation, you’ll be entrusted with the responsibility of safely transporting passengers and cargo. This license marks a significant step towards fulfilling aviation ambitions, offering diverse career avenues and the chance to immerse yourself in the dynamic world of professional flying.

The time it takes to complete this license varies student by student. Once you obtain the required hours, the training itself for this license can be anywhere from 1-3 months on average.  

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:​

The minimum requirements for becoming a commercial pilot include:

  • Minimum Age: 18 years.
  • Medical Certificate: Hold a valid FAA Second-Class Medical Certificate.
  • Language Proficiency: Read, speak, write, and understand English.
  • Training: Receive required training documented in logbook for FAA written and practical exams.
  • Initial Certification: Hold at least a private pilot certificate or meet §61.73 requirements.
  • Flight Hours: Accumulate 250 hours of logged flight time (190 hours if training at Part 141 Flight School).
  • Knowledge Test: Pass FAA Commercial Pilot Knowledge Test with 70% minimum score.
  • Practical Test: Pass FAA Practical Flight Test with oral exam and checkride by a DPE.

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