Thinking of becoming a professional pilot such as an airline, charter, or cargo pilot?

As of June 2022, starting pay for entry-level pilots increased to a staggering $80,000 USD per year with senior captain’s pay exceeding $280,000 per year; there’s literally never been a more fantastic time to become a professional pilot than now.

P3 was specifically designed to help our students become exceptional pilots and achieve long-lasting success as a professional by:

  • Focusing on quality of training vs. quantity
  • Assisting financially through student loans, scholarships and grant opportunities
  • Character and leadership development

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Our Amazing Fast-Tracked Program

Choose your starting point:

  • All
  • From Zero
  • Private Pilot
  • 0-10
      Weeks

    Private Pilot (PPL)

    The first step towards becoming a professional pilot is earning your Private Pilot Certificate (PPL). We consider the PPL to be the most important aspect of your pilot career as it serves as the foundation for the rest of your training. Developing good habits and building a solid foundation of best practices is critical to becoming a safe, highly-skilled and desirable commercial pilot.

  • 18
      Weeks

    Instrument Rating (IFR)

    The instrument rating (IFR) follows the private pilot certificate. The entire IFR training course focuses on learning to safely fly using aircraft avionics, radios, communication and navigation equipment. IFR flying is a critical skill that commercial pilots use on almost every single flight.

  • 30
      Weeks

    Commercial License, Single Engine & Multi Engine (CSEL & CMEL)

    Next you will complete your commercial single engine land (CSEL) and commercial multi engine land (CMEL) licenses. Commercial pilots are held to a very high standard of accuracy so this portion of your training focuses on building skill proficiency and mastery of the aircraft to a commercial pilot standard.

  • 38
      Weeks

    Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)

    This is the final step of your training that will specialize in teaching you how to teach others to learn to fly. The first career step for most commercial pilots is to become a flight instructor. This allows you to be paid to fly while you gain experience to qualify for airline and other commercial flight opportunities.

Inquire about Paragon Flight’s accelerated Pilot Program today!

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Financing Options

Obtaining financing for pilot training can be a tricky maze to navigate. Over the years, Paragon has worked with hundreds of students helping them find financing options that fit their needs, budget and personal goals.

From collegiate programs that offer traditional government-backed student loans, to aviation scholarships to private loans and educational grant opportunities, our team can help guide you to a solution that is best for you.

Navigating pilot training costs can be challenging, but we’re here to help. From student loans and grants to scholarships and private financing, we’ll guide you to the best option for your needs and goals.

Learn more about your options by filling out the form!

P3 Program Prerequisites

  • 18 Years of Age
  • High School Diploma or GED (College experience preferred)
  • Two-Character References (One professional and one personal)
  • Good Driving Record
  • Pass a Criminal Background Check
  • Pass a Behavioral/Cognitive Assessment
  • Pass a Flight Assessment (Assessment can be waived based on prior certificates)
  • No Prior Aviation Incidents or Accidents or other FAA Enforcement Actions
  • Obtain an FAA First Class Medical Certificate
  • Proficient in the English Language
  • Height and Weight Limits (Due to aircraft operational limitations, students taller than 6’3’’ or weighing more than 250 lbs. may be unable to train in our aircraft)
  • Must be of Good Moral Character, Must be Driven, Strong Work Ethic, Etc.

While only admitting 175 students per year to our program, we are selective in our selection process.

*Exceptions may apply. Please contact a Training Advisor for more information.

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Get your wings with year-round flying weather!

Train at Paragon Flight in sunny Fort Myers or Punta Gorda, Florida, or LaGrange, Georgia —where clear skies keep you flying when other cities are grounded by snow, rain, or storms.