Your Flight Training Journey
Pilot training can take many routes, but the typical order of flight training at Skyline Training Academy is detailed below in our guide to becoming a career pilot. From Private Pilot to Certificated Flight Instructor, your journey—whether in airplanes or helicopters—covers everything you need to become a safe, skilled, and competent professional aviator.
Take A Discovery Flight
Experience the thrill of flying for the first time with a Discovery Flight. A hands-on lesson with a certified instructor—whether in a plane or helicopter—lets you safely explore if aviation is your next hobby, passion, or career.
Private Pilot
Earn your wings and fly day or night for personal and incidental-to-business travel. Master the fundamentals of flight, navigation, and safety while receiving expert instruction in airplanes or helicopters.
Instrument Rating
Fly confidently in low-visibility conditions with reference only to cockpit instruments. This rating expands your skills, making you a safer pilot and qualifying you to fly under IFR in airplanes or helicopters.
Commercial Pilot
Turn your passion into a profession and earn your Commercial Pilot Certificate. Develop advanced flying skills and qualify for paid opportunities in both fixed-wing and rotorcraft.
Certificated Flight Instructor (CFI)
Refine your teaching skills and share your knowledge with the next generation. This rewarding certification builds experience and helps advance your career—available in both airplane and helicopter tracks.
Instrument CFI Add-On (CFII)
Expand your instructing qualifications by teaching instrument flying skills. Help pilots master operations in challenging weather and low visibility.
Multi-Engine Commercial Add-On (CAMEL)
While many pilots’ first job involves flight instructing, varied career paths offer something for everyone. The world of aviation includes airlines, charter, firefighting, EMS, agriculture, survey work, and more. With excellent training at Skyline Aviation Training Academy, the sky is no limit at all.
Multi-Engine Instructor Add-On (MEI)
Train pilots in the complexities of multi-engine flight. This advanced certification enhances your expertise and career as an instructor.