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Private Pilot Certificate – Airplane Single-Land
The private pilot certificate is the license that permits the holder to act as the pilot-in-command of an aircraft for personal use but not for compensation. Full-time students can complete the private pilot training program in 12 weeks, if they meet the applicable FAA Airmen Certification Standards. We take pride in the quality of our instruction. We do not train just to pass the test, we will train you to be the most proficient, skillful and safe pilot possible.
Private Pilot Training 12 weeks*
| TRAINING PROGRAM | HOURS |
|---|---|
| Ground Training | 75 Hrs (Includes 30 Classroom hours, 12 One-on-One Instructional hours, and 33 Pre/Postflight Briefings hours) |
| Dual Instruction in Cessna 172 | 35 Hours (Minimum) |
| SOLO in Cessna 172 | 13 Hrs |
| FAA Check Ride in Cessna 172 | 2.0 Hrs |
| Other Training-Related Activities | 90.0 Hours (Includes TSA vetting, FAA 2nd Class medical, exam, IACRA registration, taking the FAA private pilot written exam at a PSI testing center, visiting ATC facilities, supervised study time, and participating in school sponsored social events, and course completion graduation ceremony) |
Summary of Requirements
- At least 17 years of age
- Hold a Student Pilot Certificate (Atlantis Aviation will apply for this upon arrival)
- FAA Class II Medical Certificate (in preparation for commercial privileges)
- Be able to read, write, speak and understand English
Flight Training Certificates
FAA Private Pilot
Training Aircraft
Cessna 172 SEL
*If the student meets the standards
Instrument Rating
Instrument rating refers to the qualifications that a pilot must have in order to fly under IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) and in Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC). It requires additional training and instruction beyond what is required for a Private Pilot certificate, which includes rules and procedures specific to instrument flying, additional instruction in meteorology, and more intensive training in flight solely by reference to instruments. Full-time students can complete the instrument training program in 12 weeks, if the meet the applicable FAA Airmen Certification Standards.
Instrument Rating 12 weeks*
| TRAINING PROGRAM | HOURS |
|---|---|
| Ground Training | 67 Hours (Includes 30 Classroom hours, 12 One-on-One Instruction hours, and 25 Pre/Postflight Briefings hours) |
| Dual Instruction Cessna 172 | 37 Hrs |
| FAA Check Ride in Cessna 172 | 2.0 Hrs |
| Other Training-Related Activities | 110.0 Hours (Includes TSA instrument vetting, taking the FAA instrument rating written exam at a PSI center, completing the IACRA practical exam registration, visit ATC facilities, supervised study time, participating in school sponsored social events, and course completion graduation ceremony) |
Summary Requirements
- Hold an FAA Private Pilot Certificate
- At least 17 years of age
- FAA Medical: Class II (in preparation for Commercial Privileges)
- Be able to read, write, speak and understand English
Flight Training Certificates
FAA Instrument Rating
Training Aircraft
Cessna 172 SEL
*If the student meets the standards
Commercial Pilot Certificate – Airplane Single Engine-Land
The commercial pilot license qualifies the holder to act as the pilot-in- command of an aircraft for compensation. Full-time students can complete the commercial pilot training program in 12 weeks, if they meet the applicable FAA Airmen Certification Standards.
Commercial Pilot Training 12 weeks*
| TRAINING PROGRAM | HOURS |
|---|---|
| Ground Training | 90 Hours (Includes 30 Classroom hours, 14 One-on-One Instruction hours, and 46 Pre/Postflight Briefings hours) |
| Dual Instruction Cessna 172 SEL | 45 Hrs |
| Complex Dual Instruction Piper Seneca | 10 Hrs |
| SOLO in Cessna 172 | 65 Hrs |
| FAA Check Ride in Cessna 172 | 2 Hrs |
| Other Training-Related Activities | 4 hours (Includes TSA vetting for Piper Seneca, taking the FAA commercial pilot written exam at a PSI testing center, IACRA registration for FAA check ride, participating in school sponsored social events and course completion graduation ceremony) |
Summary Requirements
- Hold an FAA Private Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating
- At least 18 years of age
- Medical: Class II
- Be able to read, write, speak and understand English
Flight Training Certificates
FAA Commercial Pilot
Training Aircraft
Piper Arrow PA 28R 200 SEL
*If the student meets the standards
Certified Flight Instructor
In this Program you will become proficient in the Learning and Teaching Process to qualify as an FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) in a Single Engine-Land (SEL) aircraft. Full-time students can complete the CFI-SEL program in 8 weeks, if they meet the applicable FAA Airmen Certification Standards.
Note: Note: CFII (Certified Flight Instructor-Instrument) training is highly recommended to qualify for job opportunities teaching instrument students.
Certified Flight Instructor Course 8 weeks*
| PROGRAM | HOURS |
|---|---|
| Ground Training (Group) | 62 Hrs (Includes 35 hours of Classroom Instruction) |
| Dual Instruction Cessna 172 | 38 Hrs |
| FAA Check Ride (Aircraft Rent) | 2 Hrs |
| Other Training-Related Activities | 42 Hours (Includes registering with PSI testing center and completing the Fundamentals of Instruction and Flight Instructor Airplane written tests, IACRA registration for the FAA check ride, participating in school sponsored social events and course completion graduation ceremony) |
Summary Requirements
- Hold an FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating
- Medical: Class II
- Be able to read, write, speak and understand English
Training Aircraft
Cessna 172 SEL
*If the student meets the standards
Multi Engine Add On
Transition from flying single engine to multi engine airplanes, a very desirable addition to their ratings for someone looking for an airline career. Discover the new systems and procedures involved on operating a twin engine airplane.
Multi Engine 2 weeks To Complete*
| PROGRAM | HOURS |
|---|---|
| Ground Training (Group) | 5 Hrs |
| Dual Instruction Piper Seneca | 6 Hrs |
| Practical Exam (Aircraft Rent) | 1.5 Hrs |
Summary Requirements
- Hold an FAA Private or Commercial Pilot Certificate
- Medical: Class II
Flight Training Certificates
FAA Multi Engine Commercial Pilot Certificate
Training Aircraft
Piper Seneca
*If the student meets the standards
Associate Degree in Pilot Technology
Obtaining a degree in aviation will put you at the top of the line in the eyes of your potential employer.
Available courses are Associate, Bachelor and Master degrees depending on your current education level.
By taking these courses you may be eligible for Optional Practical Training Opportunity to build flight time and reach the qualification experience required by the airlines, while earning appropriate competitive compensation.
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Summary Requirements
- Hold a High School Diploma
- If English is not a native language, students must take an English proficiency test, such as TOEFL, IELTS or provide a US High School Diploma.
*If the student meets the standards
- Aviation English
- Spin Awareness Training
- High-Performance Training
- Tail Wheel Endorsement
- Jet Orientation Course
- International Flight Operations