Airplane Flight Training
Learn to Fly and Earn Your Pilot License
Whether you’re starting your journey as a private pilot or working toward a professional aviation career, Aviation Academy of Louisiana provides the expert instruction, modern aircraft, and structured programs to help you succeed.
Train at your own pace or choose an accelerated program to reach your goals faster. With access to local FAA-certified DPEs, checkrides are conducted on time—keeping your progress on track.
Airplane Training Programs
Private Pilot – Airplane
✔ The first step toward becoming a licensed pilot
✔ Learn basic flight maneuvers, navigation, and safety procedures
✔ No prior experience needed
Eligibility Requirements
- Minimum 17 years of age prior to course completion.
- Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
- Hold a valid 3rd Class FAA medical certificate.
- Hold a FAA Student Pilot Certificate prior to Solo Flight.
Certification Requirements
- 40 hours of flight time
- 20 hours of flight training from an authorized instructor
- 3 hours of dual cross-country flight training
- 3 hours of dual night flight training
- 10 hours of solo flight time
- 35 hours of Ground Instruction
- Pass the FAA Knowledge Test
- Pass the FAA Practical Exam
Light Sport Pilot – Airplane
✔ A faster, cost-effective way to earn a pilot’s license
✔ Ideal for recreational flying with light sport aircraft
✔ Requires fewer flight hours than a private pilot license
Eligibility Requirements
- Minimum 17 years of age prior to course completion.
- Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
- Hold a FAA Student Pilot Certificate prior to Solo Flight.
Certification Requirements
- 20 hours of flight time
- 15 hours of flight training from an authorized instructor
- 2 hours of dual cross-country flight training
- 5 hours of solo time
- Cross country solo flight of 75 miles or more to two different destinations to a full stop landing.
- State drivers license or a current third class medical certificate, provided not previously rejected for a FAA Airman Medical Certificate
- Pass the FAA Knowledge Test
- Pass the FAA Practical Exam
Instrument Rating – Airplane
✔ Learn to fly in low-visibility conditions using only instruments
✔ Required for career pilots and advanced training
✔ Enhances safety and skill level
Eligibility Requirements
- Hold at least a current FAA Private Pilot Rotorcraft/Helicopter Certificate
- Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
- Hold a valid 3rd Class FAA medical certificate
Certification Requirements
- 50 hours of cross-country flight time as pilot in command
- 40 hours of actual or simulated instrument
- 30 hours of Ground Instruction
- Pass the FAA Knowledge Test
- Pass the FAA Practical Exam
Commercial Pilot – Airplane
✔ Take the next step toward flying professionally
✔ Meet FAA requirements to fly for hire
✔ Gain advanced flight experience and precision control
Eligibility Requirements
- Hold a current FAA Private Pilot Rotorcraft/Helicopter Certificate
- Minimum 18 years of age prior to course completion
- Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
- Hold a valid 3rd Class FAA medical certificate
Certification Requirements
- 250 hours of flight time as a pilot
- 100 hours in powered aircraft
- 50 hours must be in an airplane
- 100 hours of pilot-in-command flight time
- 50 hours in cross-country flight, 10 of which must be in an airplane
- 20 hours of Airplane training
- 10 hours of complex time(Our Airplane is TAA - Technically Advanced Airplane)
- 5 hours by reference to instruments using a view-limiting device
- 5 hours PIC in night VFR conditions
- 30 hours Ground Instruction
- Pass the FAA Knowledge Test
- Pass the FAA Practical Test
Multi Engine Rating – Airplane
✔ Learn to fly aircraft with more than one engine
✔ Required for airline and corporate pilot careers
✔ Increases flight capability and safety skills
Eligibility Requirements
- Hold a current FAA Private Pilot Aircraft Certificate
Certification Requirements
- At least three hours of time in a multi engine aircraft
- Realistically many more hours with an instructor is needed to become proficient (10 hours average)
- Pass the FAA Practical Test
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) & Instrument Instructor (CFII)
✔ Become a flight instructor and build flight hours
✔ Teach students and develop advanced piloting skills
✔ CFII certification allows instruction for instrument-rated pilots
CFI Certification Requirements
- Must read, speak, and understand English
- Hold at least a Commercial Pilot Certificate
- Pass Two FAA Written Exams- Basic Med or FAA 3rd Class Medical
- 25 hours minimum flight training- 40 hours minimum of ground training
- Pass oral/practical test conducted by FAA Designated Examiner
CFI-I Certification Requirements
- Must read, speak, and understand English
- Hold a CPL or higher Certificate with Rotorcraft Category and IFR Rating
- Pass FAA Written Exam
- Basic Med or FAA 3rd Class Medical
- 15 hours minimum flight training
- 30 hours minimum of ground training
- Pass oral/practical test conducted by an FAA designated examiner
Why Train at Aviation Academy of Louisiana?
✔ Train on modern aircraft with experienced instructors
✔ Accelerated or flexible training options
✔ Local FAA-certified DPE connections for on-time checkrides
✔ State-of-the-art facilities with simulator bays
✔ Free housing available for eligible students
Comprehensive Aviation Training and Services in Helicopters and Airplanes.
Whether you're pursuing a helicopter or airplane certification, accelerated programs are available, or you can train at your own pace.
With connections to local FAA-certified DPEs, checkrides are conducted on time, keeping your progress on track. For added convenience, aircraft sales and maintenance services are available to support every aspect of your aviation journey.
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