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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa041.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://flyingacademy.com/how-to-become-a-pilot-in-the-usa/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://flyingacademy.com/how-to-become-a-pilot-in-the-usa/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/flyingacademy.com\/how-to-become-a-pilot-in-the-usa\/","crawl_time":1776077370,"first_indexed_time":1641982686,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,flyingacademy!\/how-to-become-a-pilot-in-the-usa\/ s443","src_root_hash":"15690718222758918041","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"How To Become a Pilot in The USA - Flying Academy","meta_descriptions":[],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"How To Become a Professional Pilot in The US\n01\nAttain Private Pilot License\/Certificate (PPL)\nThe 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. Students can now finish their entire theoretical training and examinations online before beginning the flight training.\nExplore PPL Course\n02\nGet an Instrument Rating (IR)\nThe next step is to achieve your FAA Instrument Rating (IR). 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.\nExplore Instrument Rating\n03\nAttain a Commercial Pilot License (CPL)\nThe 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.\nExplore CPL Course\n04\nGet a Multi-Engine Rating (MEL)\nAdvance 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.\nExplore Multi-Engine Rating\n05\nGet Flight Instructor (CFI) Certification\nBeing 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).\nExplore CFI Course\n06\nBegin your Career\nAfter 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.\nApply Now!\nFind out the first steps to becoming a Pilot\nLearning Management System (LMS)\nStudents have access to our eLearning portal: the Learning Management System (LMS), where all course work, syllabus and schedules are available which can be accessed on any device from anywhere in the world.\nIndividual training progress reports, attendance requirements, sample worksheets, question banks, and class schedules are constantly updated and monitored on our LMS so students can keep track of their own progress at any time.\nWith our live online lectures, students and pilot instructors are able to communicate in class and take part in activities and worksheets presented, on a daily basis.\nPre-recorded video lectures are available for any missed classes. Homework assignments and worksheets are given with instructions during the lecture and are monitored by the pilot instructors.\nThe LMS consists of interactive quizzes and question banks with over 30,000 questions and the ability to practice them in our testing portal.\nAfter the successful completion of the theoretical training and examinations, Flying Academy provides a certificate that makes the student eligible to attend the examinations with the Aviation Authorities.\nLearn More About LMS\nLocations\nFlying Academy is a global flight training institute that has bases strategically located around the globe in order to ensure the best flight experience for our students. From the heart of Europe to the sunny warm beaches in Miami and Los Angeles, we guarantee your pilot training to be memorable wherever you choose to fly with us!\nOur bases in the US are located in:\nMiami, Florida\nVan Nuys & Corona, Los Angeles\nFrequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\nThe 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.\nFlying 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.\nFlying 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.\nFlying Academy is a commercial organization not providing any scholarships or other form of financial support at the moment. In case you have already applied for any funding program and you need supportive documentation from Flying Academy (confirmation of interest or official training course description with fees) - we will be happy to assist you. Just send the email to\n[email protected]\nand your Personal Flight Training Consultant will get in touch with you within 1 business day in order to help with this query.\nYou will need at least a 3rd class Medical Certificate approved by the FAA.\nYou will need at least a 2nd class Medical Certificate approved by the FAA.\nYou can do your Medical Certificate at any medical center approved by the FAA. Flying Academy offers assistance to obtain it.\nThe prices vary from $100 dollars to $150 dollars.\nYes, 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 i20 that will enable you to apply for the M1 visa. Further, you will need to follow the standard procedure, please see:\nhttps:\/\/flyingacademy.com\/visa-procedure-usa\/\nThe I-20 form shows that you are eligible for M-1 Student status. The I-20 form is issued by the school (Silver Express). The M1 visa is issued by the US Consulate\/Embassy.\nFlying 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. 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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. Students can now finish their entire theoretical training and examinations online before beginning the flight training.\n\n[Explore PPL Course](https:\/\/flyingacademy.com\/faa-ppl-course\/)\n\n02\n\n### Get an Instrument Rating (IR)\nThe next step is to achieve your FAA Instrument Rating (IR). 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.\n\n[Explore Instrument Rating](https:\/\/flyingacademy.com\/faa-instrument-rating\/)\n\n03\n\n### Attain a Commercial Pilot License (CPL)\nThe FAA Commercial Pilot License (CPL) allows cadets to become professional pilots. 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To successfully achieve the Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certification a pilot must meet all requirements and fulfill the required flight hours (1500hrs).\n\n[Explore CFI Course](https:\/\/flyingacademy.com\/faa-flight-instructor-course\/)\n\n06\n\n### Begin your Career\nAfter 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.\n\n[Apply Now\\!](https:\/\/flyingacademy.com\/how-to-become-a-pilot-in-the-usa\/#contact)\n## Find out the first steps to becoming a Pilot\n## Learning Management System (LMS)\nStudents have access to our eLearning portal: the Learning Management System (LMS), where all course work, syllabus and schedules are available which can be accessed on any device from anywhere in the world.\n\n- Individual training progress reports, attendance requirements, sample worksheets, question banks, and class schedules are constantly updated and monitored on our LMS so students can keep track of their own progress at any time.\n- With our live online lectures, students and pilot instructors are able to communicate in class and take part in activities and worksheets presented, on a daily basis.\n- Pre-recorded video lectures are available for any missed classes. Homework assignments and worksheets are given with instructions during the lecture and are monitored by the pilot instructors.\n- The LMS consists of interactive quizzes and question banks with over 30,000 questions and the ability to practice them in our testing portal.\n- After the successful completion of the theoretical training and examinations, Flying Academy provides a certificate that makes the student eligible to attend the examinations with the Aviation Authorities.\n\n![LMS System](https:\/\/flyingacademy.com\/images\/lms_presentation_v3_nologo-1-1-500x500.png) [Learn More About LMS](https:\/\/dev.flyfa.com\/lms\/)\n\n## Locations\nFlying Academy is a global flight training institute that has bases strategically located around the globe in order to ensure the best flight experience for our students. From the heart of Europe to the sunny warm beaches in Miami and Los Angeles, we guarantee your pilot training to be memorable wherever you choose to fly with us\\!\n\nOur bases in the US are located in:\n\nMiami, Florida  Van Nuys & Corona, Los Angeles\n\n## Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\nHow long does it take to become a Pilot?\n\nThe 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.\n\nHow many aircraft are there in your fleet?\n\nFlying 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.\n\nDo you accept international students at Flying Academy?\n\nFlying 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.\n\nDo you provide any scholarships?\n\nFlying Academy is a commercial organization not providing any scholarships or other form of financial support at the moment. In case you have already applied for any funding program and you need supportive documentation from Flying Academy (confirmation of interest or official training course description with fees) - we will be happy to assist you. Just send the email to [\\[email protected\\]](https:\/\/flyingacademy.com\/cdn-cgi\/l\/email-protection#7d3b11043d3b110414131a3c1e1c19181004531e1210) and your Personal Flight Training Consultant will get in touch with you within 1 business day in order to help with this query.\n\nWhat medical certificate do I need to start and obtain the Private Pilot License?\n\nYou will need at least a 3rd class Medical Certificate approved by the FAA.\n\nWhat medical certificate do I need to start and obtain the Commercial License?\n\nYou will need at least a 2nd class Medical Certificate approved by the FAA.\n\nWhere can I obtain my Medical Certificate?\n\nYou can do your Medical Certificate at any medical center approved by the FAA. Flying Academy offers assistance to obtain it.\n\nHow much does the Medical Certificate cost?\n\nThe prices vary from \\$100 dollars to \\$150 dollars.\n\nWhat are the FAA medical requirements?\n\nThe requirements can be found under the following link: <http:\/\/www.ecfr.gov\/cgi-bin\/text-idx?c=ecfr&SID=946fd17306d68d75f266219a2010a1de&tpl=\/ecfrbrowse\/Title14\/14cfr67_main_02.tpl>\n\nDo you provide Visa support?\n\nYes, 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 i20 that will enable you to apply for the M1 visa. Further, you will need to follow the standard procedure, please see: <https:\/\/flyingacademy.com\/visa-procedure-usa\/>\n\nWhat is the I-20 form?\n\nThe I-20 form shows that you are eligible for M-1 Student status. The I-20 form is issued by the school (Silver Express). 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Boilerpipe Text	How To Become a Professional Pilot in The US 01 Attain Private Pilot License/Certificate (PPL) 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. Students can now finish their entire theoretical training and examinations online before beginning the flight training. Explore PPL Course 02 Get an Instrument Rating (IR) The next step is to achieve your FAA Instrument Rating (IR). 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. Explore Instrument Rating 03 Attain a Commercial Pilot License (CPL) 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. Explore CPL Course 04 Get a Multi-Engine Rating (MEL) 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. Explore Multi-Engine Rating 05 Get Flight Instructor (CFI) Certification 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). Explore CFI Course 06 Begin your Career 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! Find out the first steps to becoming a Pilot Learning Management System (LMS) Students have access to our eLearning portal: the Learning Management System (LMS), where all course work, syllabus and schedules are available which can be accessed on any device from anywhere in the world. Individual training progress reports, attendance requirements, sample worksheets, question banks, and class schedules are constantly updated and monitored on our LMS so students can keep track of their own progress at any time. With our live online lectures, students and pilot instructors are able to communicate in class and take part in activities and worksheets presented, on a daily basis. Pre-recorded video lectures are available for any missed classes. Homework assignments and worksheets are given with instructions during the lecture and are monitored by the pilot instructors. The LMS consists of interactive quizzes and question banks with over 30,000 questions and the ability to practice them in our testing portal. After the successful completion of the theoretical training and examinations, Flying Academy provides a certificate that makes the student eligible to attend the examinations with the Aviation Authorities. Learn More About LMS Locations Flying Academy is a global flight training institute that has bases strategically located around the globe in order to ensure the best flight experience for our students. From the heart of Europe to the sunny warm beaches in Miami and Los Angeles, we guarantee your pilot training to be memorable wherever you choose to fly with us! Our bases in the US are located in: Miami, Florida Van Nuys & Corona, Los Angeles Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 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. 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. 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. Flying Academy is a commercial organization not providing any scholarships or other form of financial support at the moment. In case you have already applied for any funding program and you need supportive documentation from Flying Academy (confirmation of interest or official training course description with fees) - we will be happy to assist you. Just send the email to [email protected] and your Personal Flight Training Consultant will get in touch with you within 1 business day in order to help with this query. You will need at least a 3rd class Medical Certificate approved by the FAA. You will need at least a 2nd class Medical Certificate approved by the FAA. You can do your Medical Certificate at any medical center approved by the FAA. Flying Academy offers assistance to obtain it. The prices vary from $100 dollars to $150 dollars. 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 i20 that will enable you to apply for the M1 visa. Further, you will need to follow the standard procedure, please see: https://flyingacademy.com/visa-procedure-usa/ The I-20 form shows that you are eligible for M-1 Student status. The I-20 form is issued by the school (Silver Express). The M1 visa is issued by the US Consulate/Embassy. 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.
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[Schedule online meeting](https://calendly.com/fa-whiteboard/flight-training-consultation-clone) # Become a Professional Pilot in The US ## How To Become a Professional Pilot in The US 01 ### Attain Private Pilot License/Certificate (PPL) 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. Students can now finish their entire theoretical training and examinations online before beginning the flight training. [Explore PPL Course](https://flyingacademy.com/faa-ppl-course/) 02 ### Get an Instrument Rating (IR) The next step is to achieve your FAA Instrument Rating (IR). 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. [Explore Instrument Rating](https://flyingacademy.com/faa-instrument-rating/) 03 ### Attain a Commercial Pilot License (CPL) 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. [Explore CPL Course](https://flyingacademy.com/faa-cpl/) 04 ### Get a Multi-Engine Rating (MEL) 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. [Explore Multi-Engine Rating](https://flyingacademy.com/faa-multi-engine/) 05 ### Get Flight Instructor (CFI) Certification 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). [Explore CFI Course](https://flyingacademy.com/faa-flight-instructor-course/) 06 ### Begin your Career 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://flyingacademy.com/how-to-become-a-pilot-in-the-usa/#contact) ## Find out the first steps to becoming a Pilot ## Learning Management System (LMS) Students have access to our eLearning portal: the Learning Management System (LMS), where all course work, syllabus and schedules are available which can be accessed on any device from anywhere in the world. - Individual training progress reports, attendance requirements, sample worksheets, question banks, and class schedules are constantly updated and monitored on our LMS so students can keep track of their own progress at any time. - With our live online lectures, students and pilot instructors are able to communicate in class and take part in activities and worksheets presented, on a daily basis. - Pre-recorded video lectures are available for any missed classes. Homework assignments and worksheets are given with instructions during the lecture and are monitored by the pilot instructors. - The LMS consists of interactive quizzes and question banks with over 30,000 questions and the ability to practice them in our testing portal. - After the successful completion of the theoretical training and examinations, Flying Academy provides a certificate that makes the student eligible to attend the examinations with the Aviation Authorities. ![LMS System](https://flyingacademy.com/images/lms_presentation_v3_nologo-1-1-500x500.png) [Learn More About LMS](https://dev.flyfa.com/lms/) ## Locations Flying Academy is a global flight training institute that has bases strategically located around the globe in order to ensure the best flight experience for our students. From the heart of Europe to the sunny warm beaches in Miami and Los Angeles, we guarantee your pilot training to be memorable wherever you choose to fly with us\! Our bases in the US are located in: Miami, Florida Van Nuys & Corona, Los Angeles ## Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 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. 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. Do you provide any scholarships? Flying Academy is a commercial organization not providing any scholarships or other form of financial support at the moment. In case you have already applied for any funding program and you need supportive documentation from Flying Academy (confirmation of interest or official training course description with fees) - we will be happy to assist you. Just send the email to [\[email protected\]](https://flyingacademy.com/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#7d3b11043d3b110414131a3c1e1c19181004531e1210) and your Personal Flight Training Consultant will get in touch with you within 1 business day in order to help with this query. What medical certificate do I need to start and obtain the Private Pilot License? You will need at least a 3rd class Medical Certificate approved by the FAA. What medical certificate do I need to start and obtain the Commercial License? You will need at least a 2nd class Medical Certificate approved by the FAA. Where can I obtain my Medical Certificate? You can do your Medical Certificate at any medical center approved by the FAA. Flying Academy offers assistance to obtain it. How much does the Medical Certificate cost? The prices vary from \$100 dollars to \$150 dollars. What are the FAA medical requirements? The requirements can be found under the following link: <http://www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx?c=ecfr&SID=946fd17306d68d75f266219a2010a1de&tpl=/ecfrbrowse/Title14/14cfr67_main_02.tpl> 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 i20 that will enable you to apply for the M1 visa. Further, you will need to follow the standard procedure, please see: <https://flyingacademy.com/visa-procedure-usa/> What is the I-20 form? The I-20 form shows that you are eligible for M-1 Student status. The I-20 form is issued by the school (Silver Express). The M1 visa is issued by the US Consulate/Embassy. 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. ### Quick Links [Steps to Become a Pilot](https://flyingacademy.com/how-to-become-a-pilot-in-the-usa/#steps) [Video Resources](https://flyingacademy.com/how-to-become-a-pilot-in-the-usa/#videos) [eLearning (LMS)](https://flyingacademy.com/how-to-become-a-pilot-in-the-usa/#lms) [USA Locations](https://flyingacademy.com/how-to-become-a-pilot-in-the-usa/#locations) [FAQ](https://flyingacademy.com/how-to-become-a-pilot-in-the-usa/#faq) #### Start Your Journey Speak with an expert consultant to plan your pilot training. [Schedule Meeting](https://calendly.com/fa-whiteboard/flight-training-consultation-clone) ## Discover the world of aviation with Flying Academy Our specialists will contact you for details and clarification. We'll be glad to help you find the course that best suits you\! 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Readable Markdown	## How To Become a Professional Pilot in The US 01 ### Attain Private Pilot License/Certificate (PPL) 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. Students can now finish their entire theoretical training and examinations online before beginning the flight training. [Explore PPL Course](https://flyingacademy.com/faa-ppl-course/) 02 ### Get an Instrument Rating (IR) The next step is to achieve your FAA Instrument Rating (IR). 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. [Explore Instrument Rating](https://flyingacademy.com/faa-instrument-rating/) 03 ### Attain a Commercial Pilot License (CPL) 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. [Explore CPL Course](https://flyingacademy.com/faa-cpl/) 04 ### Get a Multi-Engine Rating (MEL) 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. [Explore Multi-Engine Rating](https://flyingacademy.com/faa-multi-engine/) 05 ### Get Flight Instructor (CFI) Certification 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). [Explore CFI Course](https://flyingacademy.com/faa-flight-instructor-course/) 06 ### Begin your Career 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://flyingacademy.com/how-to-become-a-pilot-in-the-usa/#contact) ## Find out the first steps to becoming a Pilot ## Learning Management System (LMS) Students have access to our eLearning portal: the Learning Management System (LMS), where all course work, syllabus and schedules are available which can be accessed on any device from anywhere in the world. - Individual training progress reports, attendance requirements, sample worksheets, question banks, and class schedules are constantly updated and monitored on our LMS so students can keep track of their own progress at any time. - With our live online lectures, students and pilot instructors are able to communicate in class and take part in activities and worksheets presented, on a daily basis. - Pre-recorded video lectures are available for any missed classes. Homework assignments and worksheets are given with instructions during the lecture and are monitored by the pilot instructors. - The LMS consists of interactive quizzes and question banks with over 30,000 questions and the ability to practice them in our testing portal. - After the successful completion of the theoretical training and examinations, Flying Academy provides a certificate that makes the student eligible to attend the examinations with the Aviation Authorities. ![LMS System](https://flyingacademy.com/images/lms_presentation_v3_nologo-1-1-500x500.png) [Learn More About LMS](https://dev.flyfa.com/lms/) ## Locations Flying Academy is a global flight training institute that has bases strategically located around the globe in order to ensure the best flight experience for our students. From the heart of Europe to the sunny warm beaches in Miami and Los Angeles, we guarantee your pilot training to be memorable wherever you choose to fly with us\! Our bases in the US are located in: Miami, Florida Van Nuys & Corona, Los Angeles ## Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 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. 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. 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. Flying Academy is a commercial organization not providing any scholarships or other form of financial support at the moment. In case you have already applied for any funding program and you need supportive documentation from Flying Academy (confirmation of interest or official training course description with fees) - we will be happy to assist you. Just send the email to [\[email protected\]](https://flyingacademy.com/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#7d3b11043d3b110414131a3c1e1c19181004531e1210) and your Personal Flight Training Consultant will get in touch with you within 1 business day in order to help with this query. You will need at least a 3rd class Medical Certificate approved by the FAA. You will need at least a 2nd class Medical Certificate approved by the FAA. You can do your Medical Certificate at any medical center approved by the FAA. Flying Academy offers assistance to obtain it. The prices vary from \$100 dollars to \$150 dollars. 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 i20 that will enable you to apply for the M1 visa. Further, you will need to follow the standard procedure, please see: <https://flyingacademy.com/visa-procedure-usa/> The I-20 form shows that you are eligible for M-1 Student status. The I-20 form is issued by the school (Silver Express). The M1 visa is issued by the US Consulate/Embassy. 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.
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