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Professional pilot program

Learn to fly for personal travel, recreation, or the pure excitement of aviation.

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Our Private Pilot Program is designed for students who want the freedom and adventure of becoming a pilot. Whether you want to fly for fun, travel with family and friends, or avoid the hassle of commercial airline travel, we’ll guide you every step of the way.

 

Our training program is fully customizable to fit your schedule and learning pace. We focus on building confident, safe pilots through hands-on instruction and real-world experience.

Complete Student Control

From day one, you’re the pilot of your own flight training experience. Whether you want to train full-time or part-time, we’ll work with you to build a training schedule that fits your lifestyle. You set the pace, and we make sure you’re equipped to meet your goals.

Dedicated Flexible Instructors

Our team of Certified Flight Instructors is dedicated to your success. Every instructor is carefully selected to ensure they share our commitment to a student-first, flexible training approach. Whether you need a more intense schedule or prefer a slower pace, our instructors will adapt to your needs.

Available Aircraft

We know that having consistent access to well-maintained aircraft is essential to your training. That’s why we ensure a fleet of reliable, ready-to-fly aircraft is always available to you. No more worrying about scheduling conflicts or unexpected maintenance issues.

Clear Path To Success

The Career Pilot Pathway provides a clear, structured path to becoming a commercial pilot in Utah. From earning your Private Pilot License to your Commercial and Certified Flight Instructor ratings, we provide the roadmap and resources needed for success.

pre-requisites

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Below are the prerequisites you'll need to meet prior to starting training

at Bird's Eye View Aviation

student pilot

  • Must be at least 16 years old

  • Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand English

  • Valid U.S. passport or approved identification

  • Submit FAA student pilot application with a Certified Flight Instructor

instrument rating

Enhance your skills and learn to safely fly in a wider range of weather conditions.

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Requirements include:

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  • Hold a Private Pilot License

  • Complete required flight and training hours

  • Minimum of 50 cross-country flight hours

  • 40 hours of instrument training

  • At least 15 hours with a Certified Flight Instructor-Instrument (CFII)

private pilot's license

  • Must be at least 17 years old

  • Obtain a Third Class FAA Medical Certificate

  • Pass FAA written exam

  • Pass FAA practical exam (checkride)

commercial pilot license

Take the next step toward a professional flying career.

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Requirements include:

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  • Must be at least 18 years old

  • Hold a Private Pilot License

  • Complete 250 total flight hours

  • Complete 100 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC)

  • Obtain a Second Class FAA Medical Certificate

Timeline

  • Day 1 | Start Training
  • 2-3 Months | Final Private Pilot Exam
  • 4-6 Months | Final Instrument Rating Exam
  • 7-8 Months | Final Commercial Pilot Exam
  • 9-12 Months | Final Certified Flight Instructor Exam

Add-ons mei

  • Non-Career Pilot Program | 2-3 Months

  • Career Pilot Program | 1-Month

  • CFII | 1-Month

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"Through Andrew's instruction I passed my Commercial Pilot's Exam and am now able to pursue a career in aviation."

- Nick Staley

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