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Cessna 172 N9301E

C-172 N9301E

The Cessna 172 Skyhawk is an American four-seat, single-engine, high wing, fixed-wing aircraft made by the Cessna Aircraft Company. First flown in 1955, more 172s have been built than any other aircraft.

$23,907

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Piper Arrow N2887Q

Piper Arrow N2887Q

The Piper Arrow IV is a reliable, retractable-gear aircraft known for its stability, efficiency, and excellent training characteristics. It offers a smooth, confident flying experience and is well-suited for advanced training, cross-country operations, and complex aircraft proficiency.

$25,750

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Commercial Pilot License Study Guide

Complete Requirements & Study Materials for Commercial Pilot Certification

Study Materials & Reference Links

Download these essential FAA handbooks and reference materials to prepare for your Commercial Pilot License certification:

📖 Pilot's Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge (PHAK) ✈️ Airplane Flying Handbook (AFH) 📡 Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM) ☁️ Aviation Weather Handbook ✅ Commercial Pilot ACS 📋 AC 120-12A: Private vs Common Carriage 🌬️ Basic Aerodynamics

Eligibility Requirements

FAR 61.121

APPLICANT

  • At least 18 years of age
  • Read, speak, write, and understand the English language
  • Hold at least a private pilot certificate

KNOWLEDGE

  • FAR 61.125 Knowledge training (home or with instructor)
  • Instructor endorsement
  • Pass the Knowledge Test

FLIGHT

  • FAR 61.127 Flight proficiency requirements
  • FAR 61.129 Aeronautical experience requirements
  • Instructor endorsement

Aeronautical Experience & Training Requirements

FAR 61.129(a)

Total Flight Time Requirements

250 HOURS TOTAL TIME
100 HOURS PIC
20 HOURS FLIGHT TRAINING
10 HOURS SOLO PIC

250 Hours Total Time Breakdown

Total Time Requirements

  • 100 hours in powered aircraft (at least 50 of which must be in airplanes)
  • 100 hours PIC
  • 20 hours of flight training
  • 10 hours solo PIC or performing the duties of PIC

100 Hours PIC Requirements

Pilot in Command Experience

  • 50 hours must be in airplanes
  • 50 hours cross-country (at least 10 of which must be in airplanes)

20 Hours Flight Training (FAR 61.127 Operations)

Instrument & Complex Aircraft

  • 10 hours using a view-limiting device
  • 10 hours in a complex, turbine, or technically advanced airplane

Cross-Country Training

  • 2-hour day cross-country (> 100 nm)
  • 2-hour night cross-country (> 100 nm)

Checkride Preparation

  • 3 hours in preparation for the practical test

10 Hours Solo PIC / Acting PIC

Solo Requirements

  • Cross-country ≥ 300 nm with landings at a minimum of 3 points
  • Straight-line distance of 250 nm between points
  • 5 hours night VFR with 10 takeoffs and landings at a towered airport

Flight Proficiency - Areas of Operation

FAR 61.127(b)
Preflight preparation
Preflight procedures
Airport base operations
Takeoffs, landings, and go-arounds
Performance maneuvers
Ground reference maneuvers
Navigation
Slow flight and stalls
Emergency operations
High altitude operations
Postflight procedures

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