With an array of skills to learn as a pilot, how do you know which program is right for you? At FLT Academy we offer training for the private pilot certificate, instrument rating, commercial pilot certificate, multi-engine rating, certified flight instructor certificate, certified instrument instructor, and multi-engine instructor ratings.
Depending on your goals for becoming a pilot, you can explore a range of options at FLT Academy, including accelerated programs.
Programs to Pick Based on Your Budget
Estimated Tuition Costs Per Program
Full Career-Track Program:
$89,000 – $98,000
Basic Career-Track Program:
$75,000 – $81,000
Private Pilot License
$17,000 – $18,500
*These costs are virtually all-inclusive and factor in not just flight hours and fuel, but also ground schools, books, supplemental materials, checkrides, written test fees, headsets, iPads, and more.
**These costs are applicable for students who have no prior training or experience. Existing experience, credentials, and flight hours can change the overall price of a program. Speak with a representative from Admissions to learn more.
Programs to Pick Based on Your Goals
What’s your ultimate goal for becoming a pilot? Do you want to fly recreationally or professionally? Do you want to go on to teach at flight schools in the future? Depending on what your end-game is, here’s how the FLT Academy pilot programs compare.
What You Can Do With Your Pilot License
Student Pilot:
Able to fly solo after being endorsed by their instructor to fulfill certification requirements
Private Pilot:
Can fly for leisure in single-engine aircraft, or multi-engine with additional training and certification. Restrictions apply.
Commercial Pilot:
Can fly for monetary compensation in single- or multi-engine aircraft
Airline Transport Pilot:
Can fly as a Captain or First Officer for a commercial airline
Programs to Pick Based on the Planes You Want to Fly
Pilots need different training for single vs multi-engine airplanes. What do you ultimately want to be able to fly? Different programs offer additional training so you can get behind the controls of a variety of aircraft.
At FLT Academy, we train with the following

Czech SportCruiser
Single engine with glass panel touchscreen instruments

Diamond DA40
Single engine with dual Garmin G1000 avionics

Tecnam P2006T
Multi-engine with dual Garmin G1000 avionics

RedBird FMX 1000
AATD Flight simulator with single and multi-engine capabilities