Flight Training

Advance Your Flight Skills

At Fly Duluth, we offer a wide range of Part 61 and Part 141 flight training programs for pilots of all experience levels. Our professional flight instructors are dedicated to helping you achieve your goals, whether you’re looking to earn your private pilot’s license or advance your skills to become a commercial pilot.

We offer training programs for:

  • Private Pilot License
  • Instrument Rating
  • Commercial Pilot License
  • Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
  • Certified Flight Instructor Instrument (CFII)
  • Cirrus Transition Training

Our training programs are tailored to meet the individual needs of each student and are based on the FAA’s guidelines for flight training. Our instructors are experienced pilots who will provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to become a safe and confident pilot.

Take the first step towards achieving your goals and contact us to schedule your flight training today.

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Pilot Licenses

Each type of license has a unique set of requirements and privileges, allowing individuals to choose the license that best fits their goals and experience level, and work towards obtaining the necessary certifications through flight training programs and practical experience.

 

Private Pilot

A Private Pilot License allows individuals to fly for personal use and carry passengers, but not for compensation. To obtain this license, individuals must have a minimum of 40 hours of flight time, including at least 20 hours of solo flight time, and pass a knowledge and practical test.

Instrument Rating

An Instrument rating is a certification allowing a pilot to fly in adverse weather conditions. Requires a minimum of 40 hours of instrument flight time, including 15 hours of training with an instructor, and passing written and practical exams.

Commercial Pilot

A Commercial Pilot License allows individuals to fly for compensation and act as a pilot-in-command of a commercial flight operation. To obtain this license, individuals must have a minimum of 250 hours of flight time, including at least 100 hours of PIC flight time, and pass a knowledge and practical test.

Flight Instructor

Certified Flight Instructor is a certification allowing an individual to provide flight instruction for students working towards several types of pilot licenses. Requires a Commercial License and passing written and practical exams.

Flight Instructor Instrument

Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument is a certification allowing an individual to provide instrument flight instruction. Requires a Commercial License and passing written and practical exams.​

Cirrus Transition Training

Cirrus Transition Training is an essential course for pilots shifting to Cirrus aircraft, renowned for their advanced avionics and safety features. This specialized training involves comprehensive ground and flight instruction to ensure proficiency in handling Cirrus-specific technologies like the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System (CAPS).

Frequently Asked Questions

To fly for personal use, you need a Private Pilot License.

The time it takes to get a pilot license varies depending on the individual and the type of license they are pursuing, but on average it takes between 40 to 60 hours of flight time to obtain a Private Pilot License.

The cost of obtaining a pilot license depends on several factors, including the type of license, the cost of flight training, and the cost of required exams and certifications. Find out more here.

Yes, you will need a medical certificate from an Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) to obtain a pilot license.

Held a medical before? You may be eligible for BasicMed.

With a Private Pilot License, you can fly a wide range of aircraft, including single-engine and multi-engine planes, as well as certain high-performance aircraft. The type of aircraft you can fly depends on the ratings and endorsements on your license.

Yes, financing options are available for individuals looking to pursue flight training through Flight Training Finance.