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Are you a Private/Instrument Pilot?

You're applying to the Academy and you already have your Private Instrument Rating (SEL). In that case, you are eligible to receive full credit for your previous flight training. However, the exact course content is dependent upon several factors. To obtain an accurate assessment of your current experience and the credit you may receive, please contact the Academy or complete a Student Review Form included in our Info Packet.

Academic Class Audit - If you already have a Private Pilot Instrument rating, you may be given the option of attending some of the applicable FlightSafety Academy academic classes at no charge. Contact us for details regarding eligibility.

As an Academy student, you want to be the best. You want training that exceeds your expectations. With specialized classes unique to the Academy, such as Crew Resource Management/Human Factors, Spin/Unusual Attitude Recovery, Spatial Disorientation Training and High Altitude Endorsement, the Professional Pilot Program not only exceeds most expectations, but also exceeds FAA minimum standards. Once you complete these courses and earn your Commercial Pilot Certificate, you can use your training to pursue your Instructor Certificate, enroll in the Advanced Airline Training Program or be part of our Business Jet Direct Track.

Private Pilot

You already have your private pilot single-engine land rating but you're ready to take the next step. FlightSafety Academy can help. When you come to the Academy as a private pilot, you will begin your training with the Commercial Pilot Course (26 weeks). How far you go after that is up to you.

Step 1 - Private Pilot Evaluation (FAA required)
Step 2 - Basic Instrument, Commercial Maneuvers, Solo Proficiency, Cross Country and Night Flight Training
Step 3 - Additional Aircraft Rating (Multi-Engine Land) Course
Step 4 - Instrument Rating Course (using the multi-engine aircraft)
Step 5 - Commercial / Multi-Engine Certification

Course Content	Duration: 26 Weeks
113.0 hrs.	Academic Class
24.0 hrs.	Crew Resource Management
21.0 hrs.	Dual Flight Warrior Cadet (VFR)
54.0 hrs.	Solo Flight Warrior Cadet
55.0 hrs.	Dual Flight Seminole
4.0 hrs.	Dual Flight Zlin
4.0 hrs.	Spatial Disorientation Training
6.5 hrs.	High Altitude Sign Off
30.0 hrs.	Flight Trainer (FNPT 2)
94.0 hrs.	Flight Briefing
15.0 hrs.	PCATD Lab
Resulting in a FAA Commercial Instrument Multi-Engine Rating.

Our rates are very competitive. Contact us today for a detailed cost outline.

Note: If you have logged additional hours after receiving your Private Pilot rating, you may be eligible for additional credit. Please contact the FlightSafety Academy or complete a Student Review Form included in our Info Packet to receive an accurate assessment of your current experience and any additional credit you may receive.

Private Pilot Ground School Audit - If you already have a Private Pilot rating, you will be given the option of attending a condensed version (2 weeks) of the FlightSafety Academy Private Pilot Ground School at no charge. This is a great chance to become familiar with FlightSafety Academy standards.