When obtaining a Commercial Pilot's Certificate, a pilot is enabled with the ability to obtain compensation and act as the pilot-in-command of an aircraft. In addition to the ability to be legally paid as a pilot, commercial pilots are also able to transport cargo, multiple passengers, and execute aerial surveying, as well as search-and rescue operations.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age

• Be able to read, speak, and understand the English language

• Obtain at least a current third-class medical certificate

• Fly a minimum of 250 hours of flight time including training and solo flight

• Fly a combined 10 hours in a TAA (Sport Cruiser) or Complex (Beech Sierra)

• Pass a knowledge test as well as the practical test