A Private Pilot Certificate is the first step to becoming a pilot. The certificate provides the foundational knowledge and skills for all future aircraft pilot training.
Learn the fundamental steps for flying in adverse weather conditions.
Learn to master the airplane and achieve the necessary rating to fly for hire.
Teaching is the highest form of understanding. Help shape the next generation of pilots. At the same time, build your flight time towards your career pilot goal.
If you want to be paid to fly in any capacity, a commercial pilot certificate is required. A pilot must obtain ratings for each category and class of airplane they wish to be paid to operate.
Be at least 18 years of age
Hold at least a Private Pilot Certificate
120 Hours Total Time
10 Hours of Complex Time
Be at least 18 years of age
Hold at least a Private Pilot Certificate or a Commercial Single-Engine Land (CSEL) for the Add-On
15 fight hours and 6 grounds hours
Demonstrate proficiency in single-engine operations
If you have any specific questions, please feel free to ask in the section below.
Piedmont Flight Training takes concerns about COVID-19 very seriously. Our number one priority is the safety of all students and staff. We have been proactive in educating our students and staff in reference to healthy protective measures and will expend every effort to continue to do our part in the protection of public health and follow appropriate guidance as necessary from the CDC and NC government authorities.
