Commercial Pilot Training
Refine your flying skills, master advanced maneuvers, and develop the precision and judgment needed for a career as a professional pilot.
Program Overview
Turn Your Flying Experience into Career Opportunity
A Commercial Pilot Certificate is a key step toward earning a living as a pilot. Designed for pilots ready to pursue professional aviation, this program develops the precision, knowledge, and judgment needed to fly for compensation or hire, subject to applicable FAA requirements. Whether your goal is charter, corporate aviation, or an eventual airline career, commercial training builds a foundation for your next step.
At Sevin Aviation, our structured, four-stage course covers commercial maneuvers, cross-country flying and time building, complex or technically advanced aircraft training, performing pilot-in-command duties, and checkride preparation. Through one-on-one instruction and practical scenarios, you’ll refine your aircraft control, deepen your understanding of aircraft systems, and develop the decision-making skills expected of a professional pilot.
- Precision Aircraft Control & Advanced Maneuvers
- Expanded Cross-Country & Pilot-in-Command Experience
- Stronger Aircraft Systems & Performance Knowledge
- A Foundation for a Professional Flying Career
Prerequisites
- Hold an FAA Private Pilot Certificate
- Be at least 18 years old by the practical test
- Be able to read, speak, write and understand English
- *Instrument Rating recommended before beginning commercial training*
FAA Requirements
- 250 hours of total flight experience
- 100 hours in powered aircraft, including at least 50 in airplanes
- 100 hours as pilot in command
- 20 hours of required flight training
- 10 hours of solo flight performing pilot-in-command duties with an instructor aboard
- Complete the required ground training as well as the FAA Practical Exam (checkride)
Training Format
Online ground school paired with one-on-one ground lessons and flight instruction, with cross-country time building and focused practice of commercial maneuvers.
Program Outcome
Graduation with an FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate — Airplane Single-Engine Land
Program Curriculum
What You'll Learn
Stage 1 - Commercial Maneuvers
Develop precision and coordination through chandelles, lazy eights, steep spirals, eights on pylons, and power-off accuracy landings. Refine your aircraft control to meet commercial pilot standards.
Stage 2 - Cross Country / Time Building
Expand your experience through cross-country flying while building the flight time needed for commercial certification. Strengthen your flight planning, navigation, and decision-making skills along the way.
Stage 3 - Complex / TAA Acting PIC
Gain experience in complex or technically advanced aircraft while developing proficiency with their systems. Build confidence taking responsibility for flight planning, cockpit management, and operational decisions during acting-PIC training.
Stage 4 - Checkride Prep
Refine your maneuvers and strengthen your knowledge through focused practice and review. Prepare for the oral and flight portions of your commercial practical test with guidance from your instructor.
Advanced Aircraft Systems & Performance
Deepen your understanding of aircraft systems, automation, and performance limitations. Learn how weight, balance, weather, and aircraft configuration affect planning and safe operation.
Commercial Operations & Pilot Responsibilities
Explore the privileges, limitations, and responsibilities of a commercial pilot. Apply sound judgment to practical scenarios involving passenger considerations, operational pressure, and risk management.