Commercial Single & Multi-Engine

Turn Your Passion into a Profession

At Vertical Vision Flight Academy, our Commercial Pilot Program is your gateway to getting paid for what you love—flying. Whether you're dreaming of corporate jets, charter flights, or flight instruction, our structured training and modern fleet will prepare you for a successful aviation career. Start earning as a professional pilot and let your passion take flight.

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Built for success

At Vertical Vision, our Commercial Pilot Program is built around real-world experience and professional-level training. You'll learn in a dynamic, in-person ground school environment, led by expert instructors who bring practical insight to every lesson. Training at a Class Charlie airport means daily interaction with ATC, giving you the confidence and communication skills that mirror what you'll encounter in commercial operations. Our fleet features modern aircraft equipped with glass cockpit avionics, preparing you for the technology used in today’s commercial flight decks. Plus, with our in-house multi-engine program, you'll have the opportunity to earn the ratings employers look for—all in one place. It’s a complete, career-focused training path designed to make you the most competitive commercial pilot candidate possible.

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In-Person Ground Class

Our Commercial Pilot Ground School is taught in person by experienced instructors who bring the textbook to life with real-world examples and practical insights. You'll dive deep into advanced aerodynamics, systems, regulations, high altitude operations, performance calculations, and commercial maneuvers—all in a focused, collaborative classroom setting. This face-to-face instruction ensures you're not just memorizing content, but truly understanding it. With the added benefit of peer discussion and immediate instructor feedback, our in-person ground class builds a solid foundation for both your checkride and your future career as a commercial pilot.

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Structured Flight Training

Our Commercial flight training is broken into clearly defined stages, guiding you from advanced proficiency to professional-level performance. You'll develop precision through complex maneuvers, cross-country navigation, and high-performance aircraft operations—all under the mentorship of experienced CFIs. Each lesson follows a structured syllabus designed to build confidence, reinforce core skills, and ensure consistent progress. Stage checks are built into the program to assess your development, reinforce understanding, and keep you on track toward your goals. With access to our in-house multi-engine program, you can complete the additional ratings needed to stand out in today’s competitive aviation industry—all in one seamless path.

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Estimated Training Hours - Commercial Single

Flight Training: Approximately 40 hours of training with a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Solo Flight Training: Approximately 30 hours
Safety Pilot Training: Approximately 20 hours

Estimated Training Hours - Commercial Multi

Multi-Engine Training: Approximately 5 hours with a MEI
Simulator Training: Approximately 5 hours with a MEI
Ground Instruction: Approximately 3 Hours with a MEI

Disclaimer: The estimated training hours provided are based on student averages and may vary. Actual hours may be less or more, depending on individual performance and learning pace.