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Commercial Pilot
Get paid to fly — earn your Commercial Pilot Certificate
Commercial Pilot Certificate
The gateway to a professional career
Advance to the Commercial Pilot Certificate, which authorizes you to be compensated for flying. Training covers advanced maneuvers, emergency procedures, complex aircraft operations, and in-depth Federal Aviation Regulations, bringing your piloting skills to a professional standard required by employers.
At Pacific Flight Academy, commercial training goes beyond the minimum requirements. You'll develop the precision, judgment, and professionalism that airlines and employers demand — all while training in the dynamic Hawaiian flight environment.
Upon earning your Commercial Pilot Certificate, you'll be authorized to fly for compensation and hire. For most students, the next step is earning your CFI to begin building hours toward the 1,500 flight hours required for airline hiring.
Key Highlights
Fly for Compensation
Earn the certificate that authorizes you to be paid as a professional pilot
Advanced Maneuver Training
Master chandelles, lazy eights, steep spirals, and precision power-off landings
Beyond Minimum Standards
Our program develops the precision and judgment that airlines and employers demand
Direct Path to CFI
Upon completion, move directly into flight instructor training to begin building hours
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Your Path to Commercial Certificate
01
Advanced Ground
Study commercial pilot regulations, advanced aerodynamics, performance calculations, and flight operations.
02
Advanced Maneuvers
Master chandelles, lazy eights, steep spirals, eights on pylons, and power-off 180° accuracy landings.
03
Complex Operations
Gain experience with complex aircraft systems — retractable gear, constant-speed props, and advanced avionics.
04
Cross-Country Building
Complete required solo cross-country flights and build total flight time toward the 250-hour minimum.
05
Checkride
Pass your FAA commercial practical exam and earn the certificate that authorizes you to fly for compensation.
Ready to Go Commercial?
Have questions about Commercial Pilot training? Reach out and we'll help you plan your next step.