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Commercial Pilot - Rotorcraft-Helicopter

The Commercial Pilot license is for those who 

intend to fly for hire.

FAA Minimum Requirements*

• 150 HOURS of which:
• Dual :  40 hours
• Solo :  110 hours

* Average flight time approx.160 hrs.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

To be eligible for Commercial  Pilot certificate under

FAA Part 61, a person must:

     A.   be at least 18 years of age.

     B.   be able to read, speak, write and 

understand the English language, or have 

such operating/limitations placed on his/her

pilot certificate as necessary for safety.

     C.   hold at least a 2nd. class medical

            certificate.

     D.   pass a FAA written examination.

     E.   pass an oral and flight test.

     F.   obtain a minimum of 150 hours.