The training for Commercial Pilot Certificate complies with the Federal Aviation Regulations Part 61 and is done in a single engine airplane (Cessna 172M) and will allow someone to act as Pilot in Command (PIC) of a single engine airplane and fly for hire.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language
• Complete training on the aeronautical knowledge areas
• Pass the required knowledge test
• Received flight training from an authorized instructor
• Pass a practical test

Must have logged at least 250 hours of flight time that consists of at least:

• 100 hours in powered aircraft, of which 50 must be in airplanes
• 100 hours of pilot-in-command flight time, which includes at least
  • 50 hours in airplanes; and
  • 50 hours in cross-country flight of which at least 10 hours must be in airplanes
• 20 hours of flight time from an authorized instructor
• 10 hours of solo flight time in a single engine airplane

This varies greatly depending on airplane rental or using your own airplane to gain the flight hours required.