If you plan to fly professionally, become a flight instructor, or if you want to hone your flying skills and knowledge, earning a commercial pilot certificate is the next step after you complete the private pilot and instrument rating courses.

During your training, you’ll add to your knowledge about aerodynamics, aircraft performance, weather, navigation, and other subjects. You’ll also master advanced flight maneuvers and earn the endorsement to fly complex aircraft (with retractable landing gear and constant-speed propellers).

To complete your training for a commercial certificate, you must pass both a computer-based knowledge test and a practical test (flight check) with an FAA-designated examiner.

To learn more about requirements & commercial pilot certificate training, see our standard rate sheet.