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Career Pilot Program
Let Your Aviation Dreams Take Flight with Patriot
This is a comprehensive, all-inclusive 0-to-Career Ready program designed with the individual student in mind. We’ve removed the complexity of flight training by building a path that is tailored by default—no special requests or extra fees required. By combining a professional, high-standard curriculum with a personalized approach, we ensure you don’t just finish your ratings, but emerge truly ready for the demands of a professional cockpit. At Patriot, we understand that every pilot is unique, and we provide the elite, structured training you need to reach your destination.
The Patriot Difference
We don’t just train pilots; we mentor aviators. Here is why the industry's best choose Patriot Pilot Academy:
Superior Flight Hours & Simulation
Graduate with approximately 70 more hours of actual aircraft flight time than other leading flight schools. To ensure your training never stops, we utilize a Full-Motion Simulator to master complex scenarios and keep your schedule on track during poor weather conditions. We prioritize the cockpit, while using the best technology to bridge the gap.
All-In Certification Pricing
We believe in absolute transparency. Your digital training materials and Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE) fees are included in the program cost.
Professional Mentorship
We are not a pilot mill. Our focus is on small group classes and one-on-one instruction, ensuring you receive a tailored education that fits your specific learning style.
Accelerated Checkrides
With a deep network of local examiners, we minimize the "checkride wait" that plagues larger schools, keeping your 7-month timeline on track.
The Career Pathway Timeline
Our standard 7-month completion schedule is based on a 5-day-per-week training rhythm. This timeline is flexible and can be accelerated to 6 months or extended up to 12 months based on your personal schedule and learning pace.
Private Pilot: 60 Days
Instrument Rating (IR): 60 Days
Commercial Single-Engine (CSEL): 60 Days
Commercial Multi-Engine Add-On (CMEL): 1 Week
CFI Academy: 3 Weeks
CFII Add-On: 1 Week
Training Considerations
To ensure a smooth transition into your training program, please keep the following professional requirements and logistics in mind:
FAA Aviation Medical Exam
Required by the FAA to exercise the privileges of your pilot certificate. If you need assistance finding one, we can help you locate a local examiner to ensure your medical certification is handled smoothly.
Accommodations & Lodging
If you are traveling from out of the area, please refer to our
[Main Flight Training Page] for local lodging recommendations and information
on our area partnerships.
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Beyond the Pattern: Time-Building Like No Other School
We are the only training center that replaces repetitive time-building with Real-World Adventure Flights. Why spend 50 hours circling the same local airports when you could be navigating the Rocky Mountains, crossing the coast to the Bahamas, or soaring over the Grand Canyon?
At Patriot, we believe flight training should be as exhilarating as the career it prepares you for. From the fall colors of the Appalachians to the skyline of the Statue of Liberty, we prove that building hours can, and should, be an adventure. Follow us on Facebook to see where our fleet is heading next.
Financing
At Patriot Pilot Academy, we believe that financial barriers should not prevent anyone from achieving their dream of flying. We have created a partnership with Stratus Financial.
Call Stratus for information regarding your specific situation.
