2020-2021 Catalog [Aug. 2020-Aug. 2021] [Archived Catalog]
Commercial Pilot (6258) (T.C.)
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Technical Certificate
Mission/Purpose
The mission of the Commercial Pilot program is to educate, train, and prepare students for a career as a commercial pilot. By aligning with the latest industry trends and staying current with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, this program produces knowledgeable, proficient, safe, and responsible pilots for the National Air Transportation System.
The Program
This program provides students with the skills and knowledge needed to earn the FAA pilot certificates required to begin their flying careers. The program is designed for students who may already have a college degree and/or are only interested in pursuing flight training. Graduates are prepared for entry-level jobs as commercial pilots.
Although this program does not have any entrance requirements, due to the costs and complexities of flight training, interested students are strongly encouraged to contact the Program Manager for additional information, or attend one of our regular information sessions held at 5 p.m. on the second Tuesday of the month at Cecil Center South.
Application Procedure (FAA and TSA Requirements)
Flight training has minimum medical requirements and requires a substantial financial investment. Students are encouraged to visit the Professional Pilot website at fscj.edu/2258 for more information about program costs, course sequences, and FAA requirements.
Students may begin taking aviation courses at any time, but prior to taking additional flight training classes:
- Students must earn (or already hold) a Private Pilot Certificate*. Incoming students can do this with FSCJ by taking non-credit courses. Contact the Program Manager for information on how to begin initial pilot training.
- Students must have a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd Class FAA Medical from an FAA-authorized Aviation Medical Examiner (AME). More information can be found on the FAA website at faa.gov/pilots/amelocator/. (Veterans using their GI Bill must hold a current 1st or 2nd class Medical to enroll in each flight course.)
- Students must present Proof of Citizenship documents: a current passport or original birth certificate and driver’s license. Non-US citizens must have Transportation Security Administration (TSA) approval to begin flight training. Getting approval may take several months for processing. Foreign Flight Students should visit the TSA website at flightschoolcandidates.gov for more information.
Note: Since students cannot re-earn a pilot certificate for a second time, the flight courses in this program are not eligible for “Grade Forgiveness” once a course is completed with a D or higher.
Need More Information? Contact:
Sam Fischer, Program Manager, Cecil Center, (904) 317-3844 or sam.fischer@fscj.edu
or aviationprograms@fscj.edu
More Information Online
- Federal Aviation Administration Website: faa.gov
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