Pilot Training Timeline
Understand Approximate Training Durations
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Private Pilot Certificate
The first step in becoming a pilot is obtaining your private pilot certificate. You'll learn how to fly a plane and at the end of this training, you will be able to take off and land by yourself and be the pilot in command (PIC) of an aircraft.
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Instrument Rating
After getting your private pilot certificate, the next step would be getting an instrument rating where you can fly without visual references. Having an instrument rating allows you to fly in instrument meteorological conditions (IMC) and challenging weather.
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Commercial Certificate
A major milestone in your pilot training. Getting your commercial certificate allows you to fly for compensation or hire. Many move on to becoming a CFI, but there are many other career options out there like surveying, charter, banner towing, and sky diving.
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Multi Engine Rating
Eventually, adding on a multi engine rating will be beneficial for your pilot career and make you more competitive. With this rating, you can fly airplanes with multiple engines. This opens a whole new door of opportunity where you can fly more complex and advanced aircraft.
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Certified Flight Instructor
Touted as the best way to build time, become a CFI and help people new to aviation become pilots. All while building the neccessary time needed to meet ATP minimums and airline requirements and then getting paid for it.
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What Happens Next?
Finish Building Time at SimpliFly
At SimpliFly, we take pride in the success stories of our graduates who have embarked on remarkable career journeys after obtaining their necessary flight hours with us. Numerous individuals have transitioned from our flight training program to prestigious positions within the airline industry or other exciting aviation career opportunities.
Start your training today at SimpliFly and take the first step towards building seniority within the airlines, unlocking a world of exciting possibilities and experiences that await you in the aviation industry.
OUR SCHOOL SPEAKS FOR ITSELF
I went flying with Blake and JT and had an incredible time, they have managed to create an atmosphere of professionalism, learning and safety whilst also letting you relax and enjoy the beauty of learning to fly. I recommend this place to anyone wanting to do this for leisure or to learn to fly as a career!
John
★★★★★
Experienced. Knowledgeable. Patient and Thorough! Best of all..... AFFORDABLE!
Carmen M
★★★★★
Everyone involved in the process from start to finish was very professional, helpful, and friendly. I would highly recommend SimpliFly Flight School to anyone and everyone!
Michael C
★★★★★
Blake, JT, and Jordan are very professional and informational instructors! Simplifly is affordable and flexible with whatever schedule you have. Would highly recommend!
Tatum D
★★★★★
I've received my private pilots license, instrument rating, and commercial pilots license through Simplifly. They are awesome, very flexible with my schedule, and very affordable. Wouldn’t want to get my flight school done any other way.
Reed W
★★★★★
I went flying with Blake and JT and had an incredible time, they have managed to create an atmosphere of professionalism, learning and safety whilst also letting you relax and enjoy the beauty of learning to fly. I recommend this place to anyone wanting to do this for leisure or to learn to fly as a career!
John
★★★★★
Experienced. Knowledgeable. Patient and Thorough! Best of all..... AFFORDABLE!
Carmen M
★★★★★
Everyone involved in the process from start to finish was very professional, helpful, and friendly. I would highly recommend SimpliFly Flight School to anyone and everyone!
Michael C
★★★★★
Blake, JT, and Jordan are very professional and informational instructors! Simplifly is affordable and flexible with whatever schedule you have. Would highly recommend!
Tatum D
★★★★★
I've received my private pilots license, instrument rating, and commercial pilots license through Simplifly. They are awesome, very flexible with my schedule, and very affordable. Wouldn’t want to get my flight school done any other way.
Reed W
★★★★★
Is Flight Training Safe?
When contemplating the journey of learning to fly, it's natural to have concerns about potential risks. However, you can find reassurance in the fact that flight training is a safety-centric activity, with a steadfast focus on safety throughout every aspect of the training process. The aviation industry upholds an unwavering commitment to safety, and this commitment seamlessly extends to flight training at SimpliFly.
The NTSB reported that the fatal accident rate for general aviation has been declining for over a decade, and in 2020, it reached its lowest level ever recorded.
SimpliFly takes safety seriously. We are a team of highly trained professionals. In addition, our aircraft are meticulously maintained and inspected regularly.
How Much is Flight Training Going to Cost?
The cost of flight training varies greatly depending on a number of factors such as type of training, the student's aptitude and experience level, and the type of aircraft used.
Although the actual cost of flight training can vary widely, plan to budget around $10,000 to $15,000 for private pilot fixed wing. To get more details on hourly rates, program pricing, and potential financing options; give us a call today and speak to a SimpliFly team member.
FLY WITH THE TEAM THAT MAKES BECOMING A PILOT SIMPLE
We are a team of aviation experts in Mesa, AZ with decades of combined experience in the flight training industry. Our simple and effective training programs are designed to get you safely in the air as quickly as possible.
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