Academy of Aviation Commercial Pilot Programs
Introducing our "First Flight to First Officer" Program
Academy of Aviation's vocational programs are developed to meet popular aviation objectives and harness the wealth of experience that this Flight Training Academy has accumulated over the years. As a student enrolled in one of our Career Pilot Programs, you are officially "matriculated," signifying our commitment to take a hands-on approach to your success.
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Former AOA trainees and CFIs, Capt. Rejaul Rajib and First Officer Eric Riker, share the cockpit of a Republic Airways flight out of LaGuardia on Jan. 14, 2022. #flyaoa
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AOA Certified
AOA certified pilots and flight crew out of Chicago O'Hare: Rejaul Rajib in the left seat with Jamaal Simon closest to the camera. #flyaoa
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Armand DeLalla successfully completes his Commercial check ride at AOA in Farmingdale with CFI Jalen. #flyaoa
Earn the Same Ratings at the Same Airports
Compare our prices with our major competitor's. Academy of Aviation offers career flight training with a Fixed Cost Pricing starting from zero experience. Prices are based using average flight hours for course completion. Additional non-tuition expenses and fuel surcharges, if applicable, are not included. All prices are subject to change.
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Academy of Aviation Price
Part 141: Structured training time, lower costs.
$70,740.*Package Includes- Cessna 152 Basic Trainer
- "FF to FO" Program with your own custom training schedule. Complete in as little as 180 days.
- Part 141 at EVERY location means strict FAA oversight.
- CFIs are AOA Employees, not independent contractors.
- Multi Engine Fleet: Cutting Edge Diamond DA42 Twin Star / Maximum speed: 227 mph (365 km/h, 197 kn)
- Finance your full career pilot training with Sallie Mae or one of our other finance partners.
- Upgrade to the Cessna 172 G1000® for your Instrument Rating: add $1,820.
- Upgrade to the Cessna 172 G1000® for your Whole Program: add $11,235.
- *At Select Locations.
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Competitor Price
Part 61: Variable training time, higher costs.
$108,995.*Package Includes- Piper Archer Basic Trainer
- 9-month Fast Track
- Part 61 Only - No FAA oversight.
- CFIs are independent contractors.
- Multi Engine Fleet: Piper Seminole / Maximum speed: 193 mph (311 km/h, 168 kn)
- Advertises a "Reserved Loan," but contrary to our competition's claims, we too can help you obtain financing as a Sallie Mae Approved provider.
- * +$3,000 in CA, MA, NY; +$2,000 in CT, MD, NJ, OR, WA, DC Area.
Become a pilot with a flight training program built around safety, innovation and accessibility.
Request InfoFirst Flight to First Officer Program from Start to Finish
This program prepares students for an entry-level position as a commercial pilot with a focus on building experience working as a Certified Flight Instructor for Primary and Commercial students.
- Private Pilot Course
- Instrument Rating Course
- Single-Engine Commercial Course
- Certified Flight Instructor Rating
- Certified Instrument Instructor Rating
- Multi-Engine Commercial Course
- Multi-Engine Instructor
We invite you to explore our Student Portal and download our full Course Catalog. There you will discover every detail about all of our programs:
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Upgrade your career Flight Training with Academy of Aviation. We will create a customized program to meet your personal timeline.
Request InfoFinancing is Available
Full financing is available for our "First Flight to First Officer" career pilot program. The Sallie Mae Smart Option Student Loan® is available for those who qualify.
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