Northwest Aviation College

Commercial Pilot

The Commercial Pilot course continues in the Instrument/Commercial Pilot syllabus through stages four, five, and six. For students beginning commercial pilot training at the school, your flight training will begin with stage four, assuming the student possesses an instrument rating. Stage four continues to develop the pilots navigational competencies. Stage five introduces the student to complex airplane systems and operations. Stage six, introduces commercial maneuvers and preparation for the practical exam.

Stage 4

  • VFR cross-country planning and
    navigation
  • Review of airport, airspace, flight
    information and meteorology
  • Night operations
  • Extended cross-country flights

Stage 5

  • Operation of complex aircraft systems
  • Aircraft performance
  • Advanced aerodynamics
  • Introduction and practice of commercial
    maneuvers

Stage 6

  • Commercial decision making
  • Instruction and practice to attain the
    proficiency level required of a
    commercial pilot with instrument
    rating