Airline Pilot Academy - September 2024
Welcome to Venture West's Airline Pilot Academy, where we fast-track aspiring aviators to become professional airline pilots. Our comprehensive program combines expert instruction, guaranteed flight hours, and early check ride scheduling, ensuring you receive the highest quality training and support. Join us to turn your aviation dreams into a soaring reality and take the first step towards an exhilarating career in the skies.
Course Breakout
- Private, 60 Hours
- Instrument/Sim, 100 Hours
- Commercial/Crew, 70 Hours
- CFI/CFII, 30 Hours
- Comm. Multi, 12 Hours
- Ground School, 270 Hours
- Loan Covers Examiner & Knowledge Test Fees and ALL Required Materials and Welcome Kit
Materials Include:
- Required Handbooks
- Pilot Supply Drop
Courses Include:
- Aviator Edge Checkride Prep Course
Step 1: Private
A Private Pilot Certificate (PPL) is the first major milestone in a pilot's training, allowing the holder to act as the pilot in command of an aircraft for non-commercial purposes. To obtain a PPL, pilots must complete a minimum of 40 flight hours, including 20 hours of flight instruction and 10 hours of solo flight, along with passing a written knowledge test and a practical flight test. This certification provides the foundational skills needed for further advanced ratings and is a prerequisite for pursuing a career in aviation.
Step 2: Instrument
An Instrument Rating (IR) is a crucial certification for pilots, allowing them to fly under instrument flight rules (IFR), which is essential for operating in poor weather conditions where visibility is limited.
Step 3: Commercial
A Commercial Pilot License (CPL) allows pilots to be compensated for their flying services and opens up various career opportunities in aviation. To obtain a CPL, pilots must complete both ground and flight training, which includes advanced topics in meteorology, navigation, and complex flight maneuvers. The training typically requires a minimum of 250 flight hours under Part 61 regulations, or 190 hours under Part 141 regulations.
Step 4: CFI
A Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) rating enables experienced pilots to teach aspiring aviators both the theoretical and practical aspects of flying. The CFI training program includes comprehensive ground school to cover the fundamentals of instruction and aeronautical knowledge, alongside extensive flight training where candidates learn to teach various maneuvers and flight operations from the instructor's seat. Earning a CFI rating not only enhances a pilot's teaching capabilities but also deepens their own understanding of aviation, offering opportunities to shape the next generation of pilots and contribute significantly to aviation safety and education.
Step 5: CFII
A Certified Flight Instructor Instrument (CFII) rating allows flight instructors to teach instrument rating applicants both on the ground and in flight, enhancing their ability to fly in instrument meteorological conditions (IMC). The CFII training involves a combination of ground and flight instruction, focusing on advanced instrument flight procedures, navigation systems, and emergency operations. This certification not only improves a pilot's instructional skills but also their own proficiency and situational awareness in instrument flying, making it a valuable credential for those looking to advance their aviation careers.
Step 6: Comm. Multi.
The Commercial Multi-Engine Rating is a crucial certification for pilots aiming to advance their careers by flying aircraft with more than one engine. This rating enhances a pilot's proficiency in managing the complexities of multi-engine operations, such as handling engine-out procedures and asymmetric thrust. It also provides significant performance benefits, including increased speed, power, and rate of climb, making it an essential step for those pursuing careers in commercial aviation and wanting to operate more advanced and powerful aircraft.
Welcome to Venture West Aviation's Accelerated Airline Pilot Academy Program, where aspiring aviators fast-track their journey to the skies.
