Commercial Pilot Training in Queensbury, NY

Program Overview

The Commercial Pilot certificate allows you to fly for compensation and hire. It’s a major step towards a career with an airline or corporate flight department. Our instructors will prepare you to fly more precise, advanced maneuvers, giving you confidence and expanding your horizons.

Requirements

Hold a Private Pilot Certificate

Be at least 18 years of age for check ride.

An Instrument rating is not required, but is recommended.

Training Details

You will train one-on-one with your instructor with a focus on advanced maneuvers that emphasize smooth control inputs, precise heading and altitude control as well as flight planning and aeronautical decision making. In addition, you will gain experience in high performance/complex aircraft operations to prepare you for entering an aviation career.

After completing our Commercial Pilot certificate, you can fly for companies offering sightseeing, banner or glider towing, survey work, charter, parachute jump pilot and more. This will help you continue to build the required hours on your pathway to an airline career.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the FAA minimum hours for the commercial certificate?

FAA minimums include 250 hours total time which include 100 hours as pilot in command, 50 hours of cross country flight, 10 hours of instrument training and 10 hours of complex, TAA or turbine aircraft time.

Can I complete the Instrument Rating and Commercial Pilot certificate together?

Yes. The training can overlap and is an efficient approach when planned correctly. You will still need to take separate checkrides.

Where do you fly out of?

Leaf Air operates out of Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport, located at 443 Queensbury Ave in Queensbury, NY. The airport is conveniently located in the heart of the Adirondack region, providing easy access to stunning aerial views of Lake George, the Adirondack Mountains, and the surrounding area.

Launch Your Career as a Commercial Pilot

Turning your passion for flying into a career starts here. Reach out to learn more about our Commercial Pilot program and what it takes to fly professionally.

Main: (518) 415-8453
Office: (518) 502-3371
Daily Hours:
8:00am – 6:00pm