Commercial Pilot License (CPL)
Turn your passion into a profession. Get paid to fly with our CPL training led by experienced CFIs using locally sourced aircraft.
Earn Your
Commercial License
Echo Aviation’s Commercial Pilot program prepares you to fly for compensation or hire. It’s a major step toward a career in aviation and a requirement for becoming a Certified Flight Instructor.
You’ll log time in both complex and standard aircraft, sharpen your precision flying skills, and train with one-on-one mentorship.
Train Like a Pro
Commercial Pilot License
Refine your skills, build your hours, and become a professional aviator with Echo Aviation’s CPL course.
Overview
Echo Aviation’s Commercial Pilot License program equips you with the advanced flying skills and experience needed to fly professionally.
Hours Included: 115 flight hours
Estimated Duration: 1–3 months
Estimated Cost: $21,500 (or $25,800 with financing)
Aircraft Used: Cessna 172s, Piper Archers, and complex aircraft (locally sourced)
You'll fly solo and dual, cross-country and maneuvers, including training in complex aircraft per FAA requirements.
Key Points
- Train in both standard and complex aircraft
- Build hours and prepare for commercial-level checkride
- Includes ground prep, mock orals, and written test review
- Flexible scheduling with independent instructors
- Meets FAA CPL aeronautical experience requirements
What’s Included in Your Training Package?
- 115 hours total time (including dual, solo, cross-country, and night)
- Flight instruction with qualified commercial CFIs
- Complex aircraft training (as required)
- Written exam prep and endorsements
- Checkride readiness evaluation
Take the Next Step Toward a Flying Career
Book a free Discovery Call and talk to our advisors about the Commercial Pilot training program. Find out if you're ready to start earning while flying.
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Start Getting Paid to Fly
Our CPL program sets you up to earn money as a professional pilot. With Echo Aviation, you can make the leap into aviation as a career.
Apply NowWhy Get Your CPL with Echo Aviation?
- Meet hiring requirements for flight schools and charter operators
- Qualify to become a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
- Learn advanced maneuvers and commercial standards
- Get real-world training from flexible independent CFIs
- Train locally with no relocation needed
FAQs
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How long does the CPL program take?
Most students finish in 1–3 months depending on how often they train and whether they already meet some flight hour minimums.
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What type of aircraft will I fly?
You’ll train in both standard trainers like the Cessna 172 and complex aircraft with retractable gear and constant-speed props, per FAA requirements.
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Is financing available?
Yes. Stratus Financial offers flexible financing options for Echo Aviation students. Total financed cost is approximately $25,800.
Join a Discovery Session
and Get Your Questions Answered
Every week, we host an open Discovery Session to walk you through how Echo Aviation works. You'll learn how to connect with an independent CFI, what the training path looks like, and how to get started. No pressure—just real answers and guidance to help you take the first step.