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Train for Your Commercial Pilot Certificate

Train in the heart of one of the nation's major aviation regions. Our towered airport environment provides real-world communication experience and exposure to active air traffic operations, while nearby non-controlled airspace offers additional training opportunities.

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Commercial Pilot Certificate Overview

This is the opportunity for a pilot to learn advanced maneuvers, professional rules and regulations and work with an advanced aircraft. Under the FAA Part 61, the required time for a Commercial Pilot with an airplane category and single-engine class rating must log at least 250 hours of flight time.

FAA Requirements 
Minimum Flight Time Requirements (250 hours total):

  • 100 hours in powered aircraft, of which 50 hours must be in airplanes
  • 100 hours of pilot-in-command flight time, including 50 hours in airplanes and 50 hours in cross-country flight (at least 10 hours in airplanes)
  • 20 hours of training on areas of operation including:
    • 10 hours of instrument training using a view-limiting device (5 hours must be in single engine airplane)
    • 10 hours of training in a complex airplane, turbine-powered airplane, or TAA
    • One 2-hour cross country flight (daytime) over 100 nm
    • One 2-hour cross country flight (nighttime) over 100 nm
    • 3 hours test preparation within 2 calendar months
  • 10 hours of solo flight time including one cross-country flight of not less than 300 nm
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Training Fleet

  • 2021 Piper Archer 28-181 G1000 (TAA):  G1000 with dual axis autopilot, 180 BHP Lycoming IO-360-B4A
  • Cessna 182 Skylane G1000
  • Beechcraft Baron: Multi-engine training capability
  • Redbird FMX Simulator: FAA approved AATD with 50° pitch, 60° yaw, 40° roll movement

Location & Contact Information

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Address: 3122 S Great SW Pkwy, Grand Prairie, TX 75052
Phone: 972-988-8609
Email: support@spartanflightacademy.com

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Spartan Flight Academy (SFA) offers non-Title IV, non-accredited FAA Part 61 training that is not eligible for federal student aid. SFA operates independently from Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology. Spartan Flight Academy does not guarantee third-party certifications/ratings or employment. Estimated time required assumes a full-time flying schedule, varies by individual, and is not guaranteed. Additional flight hours and certifications are required to be eligible to apply for more advanced opportunities, such as airline pilot positions.

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