FAA Commercial Pilot License Guide for Aspiring Aviators

    Your complete guide to earning a Commercial Pilot License — and why MFT in Fort Lauderdale is the smartest place to do it.

    Overview

    MFT's Commercial Pilot License Program

    At My Flight Time, our CPL program starts at just $4,050 for single-engine commercial and $11,100 for multi-engine commercial. Training takes 1 to 2 weeks at KFXE with 12-hour daily availability, 7 days a week.

    You train in Cessna 172s for single-engine and Beechcraft Duchess for multi-engine.

    Section 2

    What Happens After Your CPL

    Time Building: Use MFT's program to build toward 1,500 hours for ATP. Rates from $60/hr.

    CFI Path: Add CFI for $5,800 and build hours while earning income as an instructor.

    Airline Path: With 1,500 hours, apply to regional airlines. MFT graduates fly for Envoy, PSA, Republic, and SkyWest.

    Comparison
    FactorMy Flight TimeTraditional Flight School
    CPL Single-Engine Cost$4,050$10,000–$15,000
    CPL Multi-Engine Cost$11,100$18,000–$28,000
    Training Duration1–2 weeks2–4 months
    Daily Flight Availability12 hrs/day, 7 days/week4–6 hrs, 5 days/week
    Weather CancellationsRare (300+ VFR days)Frequent (seasonal)
    ATP-Minimums GuaranteeYes — first in the USNo
    Common Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions

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