Multi-Engine Time Building Tips for New Pilots

    Everything you need to know about building multi-engine flight hours at My Flight Time in Fort Lauderdale.

    Overview

    MFT's Multi-Engine Aircraft: The Beechcraft Duchess

    All multi-engine time building at My Flight Time is conducted in our Beechcraft Duchess (BE-76). The Duchess is a twin-engine, low-wing aircraft with counter-rotating propellers — eliminating critical engine considerations and providing excellent handling characteristics.

    The Duchess is widely used by flight schools, airlines, and military training programs worldwide. Our fleet is company-owned and maintained by our in-house 24/7 maintenance team.

    Section 2

    Multi-Engine Rating vs. Multi-Engine Time Building

    A Multi-Engine Rating is a certificate added to your license that allows you to fly multi-engine aircraft. It requires formal training and a checkride. MFT's add-on starts at $6,050.

    Multi-Engine Time Building is accumulating flight hours in a multi-engine aircraft after you already hold the rating. Time building is about logging hours to meet experience requirements.

    Many pilots earn their rating then immediately begin building hours through our time building program.

    Section 3

    Multi-Engine Time Building Pricing

    Multi-engine wet rates start at $160/hr for high-volume packages, up to $200/hr regular.

    Solo multi-engine time building is available for pilots who prefer independent flying.

    Section 4

    Who Needs Multi-Engine Time?

    Commercial Pilot License candidates choosing multi-engine commercial. ATP certification requires specific multi-engine experience. Airlines increasingly favor candidates with significant multi-engine hours.

    Common Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions

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