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Your comprehensive guide to becoming a professional pilot with Flying Academy's structured training program in Los Angeles. 6 Training Steps 42 Aircraft Fleet 18-24 Months to Career Professional Pilot Training The FAA Private Pilot Certificate is the first step in your professional pilot career. The PPL course provides the foundation for your ground/flight training in accordance with Part 141 and Part 61. After completing your training, you will be able to fly single-engine aircraft. [Start Training](https://flyingacademy.com/portfolio/faa-ppl-with-remote-theory/) The addition of an IR extends the privilege of a PPL holder to navigate through low visibility and adverse weather conditions according to the Instrument Flight Rules (IFR). After the addition of an IR, private pilots can further advance their aviation careers as commercial pilots. [Add Rating](https://flyingacademy.com/portfolio/faa-instrument-rating/) The FAA Commercial Pilot License (CPL) allows cadets to become professional pilots. CPL Training provides comprehensive knowledge in the field of aviation and an increase in flight hours to meet all commercial pilot licenses' requirements. [Go Commercial](https://flyingacademy.com/portfolio/0-to-cpl/) Advance your Commercial Pilot License by adding the FAA Multi-Engine Rating. Adding this rating to the license gives pilots the ability and advantage to fly aircraft with more than one engine. [Add Multi-Engine](https://flyingacademy.com/portfolio/faa-multi-engine/) Being a Certified Flight Instructor gives you the advantage of satisfying gaining additional flight hours while being compensated for your services. To successfully achieve the Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certification a pilot must meet all requirements and fulfill the required flight hours (1500hrs). [Become CFI](https://flyingacademy.com/portfolio/faa-flight-instructor-course/) After fulfilling the requirements to become a commercial pilot with the required hours, you are eligible and will meet the minimum requirements to begin your career with an airline. [Apply Now](https://fakvny.com/contact-us/) ### How to Become Professional Pilot with FAA License Learn how you can become an international professional pilot with FAA license in the United States. This video covers all necessary licenses and ratings you need to obtain and training courses in Flying Academy that will help you achieve this goal. ### Flying Academy E-Learning System Discover Flying Academy's optimized eLearning system with top-of-the-line interactive modules, real-time progress checks, extensive question banks, and state-of-the-art virtual classrooms led by experienced Flight Instructors. ### USA Fleet - State of the Art Training Aircraft Explore our comprehensive training programs featuring state-of-the-art fleet with unique plane equipment. Join the most demanded pilot license programs with the best student support in flight training schools. ## Learning Management System (LMS) - Access coursework from anywhere in the world on any device - Individual training progress reports and attendance tracking - Live online lectures with instructor interaction - Pre-recorded video lectures for missed classes - Interactive quizzes with over 30,000 practice questions - Homework assignments monitored by instructors [Explore LMS](https://dev.flyfa.com/lms/)   ### Los Angeles, Van Nuys Train at one of the world's busiest general aviation airports with complex airspace operations and professional environment. Van Nuys Airport provides an ideal setting for comprehensive pilot training. [Learn More](https://la.flyingacademy.com/van-nuys/)  ### Los Angeles, Corona Ideal training environment with excellent weather and less congested airspace, perfect for building fundamental skills. Corona Municipal Airport offers a relaxed yet professional training atmosphere. [Learn More](https://la.flyingacademy.com/corona/) How long does it take to become a Pilot? \+ The duration of the training depends on the cadet's availability and expenses. The theoretical part of the training can be completed remotely and start flight training at one of our bases as soon as they are able. The Private Pilot License usually takes 3-6 months depending on your schedule and commitment. How many aircraft are there in your fleet? \+ Flying Academy is operating a fleet of 42 aircraft. Mainly we are using Pipers and Cessnas for ab-initio pilot training, as these aircraft gained the title of the best aircraft for pilot training. The regulations in the European Union and United States are very strict about aviation safety and our fleet is maintained at the highest levels of safety. Do you accept international students at Flying Academy? \+ Flying Academy is International Flight Training Center that creates a multicultural learning environment with students from all around the world. This intercultural competency will help students feel comfortable working in different countries throughout their career or sharing the cockpit of an airline with a pilot from another culture. What medical certificate do I need to start training? \+ For Private Pilot License, you will need at least a 3rd class Medical Certificate approved by the FAA. For Commercial License, you will need at least a 2nd class Medical Certificate approved by the FAA. You can obtain your Medical Certificate at any medical center approved by the FAA. Flying Academy offers assistance to obtain it. The prices vary from \$100 to \$150. Do you provide Visa support? \+ Yes, we do. If traveling to the USA to do the pilot training program, the visa which you will need is the M1 type. Flying Academy will provide you the Form I-20 that will enable you to apply for the M1 visa. The I-20 form shows that you are eligible for M-1 Student status and is issued by the school. How can I pay for my training? \+ Flying Academy has a comfortable pay-as-you-go approach, that allows every trainee to take a training pace that is perfectly fitting his financial abilities. We accept credit/debit cards, cash or bank drafts. ## Ready to Start Your Aviation Career? Join thousands of successful pilots who started their journey with Flying Academy in California