Brackett Field Airport | La Verne, CA 91750
Commercial License
Turn Your Training into A Professional Career
The Commercial Pilot License (CPL) transforms your foundation in aviation into a professional skillset that allows you to earn a living doing what you love. This program expands on your existing flight experience, strengthening your precision, judgment, and understanding of advanced aircraft operations. You will graduate ready to fly for hire, opening doors to a wide range of opportunities in charter services, corporate aviation, flight instruction, or the airlines.
What You'll Learn
Take the Next Step Toward Professional Flying
At Fly Quest, the Commercial Pilot program is designed for students who already hold a Private Pilot License and an Instrument Rating. You will refine your technical ability, improve precision, and learn to handle complex maneuvers with professionalism.
You will learn:
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Advanced aircraft performance and handling
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Complex and high-performance aircraft operations
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Precision takeoffs, landings, and steep turns
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Navigation and flight planning under commercial standards
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Energy management and passenger-ready communication
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FAA written and practical test preparation
Requirements & Hours:
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Private Pilot License (PPL) and Instrument Rating (IR) required
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Minimum 250 total flight hours, including:
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100 hours as pilot-in-command (PIC)
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50 hours of cross-country time
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10 hours in a complex or technically advanced aircraft
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FAA Commercial written and checkride
Our instructors emphasize real-world decision-making and situational awareness so you graduate ready to fly with confidence and professionalism.
Career Opportunities
Open The Door to a Career in Aviation
A Commercial Pilot License allows you to be compensated for your flying and is the gateway to many aviation careers. Whether you plan to become a flight instructor, corporate pilot, or airline professional, your CPL is the foundation for your future success.
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Our graduates have gone on to fly for major airlines and charter operators, continuing the Fly Quest tradition of success across the industry.
Our Flexible Training Path
Advance At Your Own Pace with Professional Support
Every pilot’s journey to a professional career follows a different timeline. Some students train full time to reach the airlines quickly, while others balance flight training with work or college.
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At Fly Quest, flexibility never means uncertainty. Our instructors help you set realistic goals, track progress, and maintain consistency throughout your training. With reliable aircraft availability and a proven syllabus, you can keep moving forward toward your commercial checkride on a schedule that fits your life.
