Commercial Pilot School Punta Gorda, Florida

Become a commercial pilot at the leading flight school in Florida, Paragon Flight in Punta Gorda. Our training stands far above the competition in the form of personalized programs centered around aspiring pilots. With double FAA authorizations, we’re able to provide private and commercial training in a manner that works for all students.

The type of training that you choose will depend on your aspirations. 

Commercial Pilot School Punta Gorda, FloridaDo you want to fly for fun or for a career? Would you rather pilot a single-engine or multi-engine aircraft?

If you’re starting at ground zero, the first step will be to earn a Private Pilot License (PPL). 

Choose Paragon Flight regardless of the rung of the career ladder you happen to be climbing. 

Choose Our Location

In Punta Gorda, Paragon Flight operates out of Punta Gorda Airport (PGD), and we also have a location at Page Field (FMY) in Fort Myers. The weather in this region welcomes regular practical training, and the more you’re able to train, the faster you can complete training. Our student-pilots enjoy clear-for-takeoff conditions over 350 days of the year.

Choose Our Aircraft

The training program that we implement relies on the training standards of the industry. We house the Piper PA28 “Pilot” and PA-44 Seminole as primary training aircraft and the Cessna T182T Skylane, Cirrus SR20, Cirrus SR22 G5/G6, and ALSIM Flight Simulator as specialty training aircraft. Expect to use Glass Cockpit Technology when flying our aircraft. We want our students to be able to transfer what they learn here into new situations and new aircraft throughout the course of their careers.

Choose Our Instructors

Along with the terrific weather conditions for flight comes an abundance of Certified Flight Instructors (CFIs). We have our pick of the most accomplished and versatile experienced pilots in the world. The students at Paragon Flight benefit from this abundance by having the best flight instructor for their personalities, learning styles, and goals. 

Choose Our Curriculum

The Jeppesen curriculum is a world-class system of software and texts that allow pilots to finish training 30% faster than other curricula. Produced by a subsidiary of Boeing, this program promotes skill, mastery, and a dedication to quality flight.

Choose Our Programs

Flying with Paragon Flight allows you to gain a wide range of certifications and ratings. Become a private or professional pilot, master a single-engine and twin-engine aircraft, and pursue further training. 

One of the key programs that we offer is the P3 Professional Pilot Program. It will promote a pilot from no experience to professional pilot status with flight certification. The course has four phases:

  • 0-10 Weeks, Private Pilot License (PPL) – foundational
  • 11-18 Weeks, Instrument Flight Rating (IFR) – communication and navigation
  • 19-30 Weeks, Commercial License, Single Engine & Multi Engine (CSEL & CMEL) – mastery of skills
  • 31-38 Weeks, Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) – train to teach others

If the speed of this program intrigues you, consider whether you have what it takes. We require participants to have full-time availability and a strong work ethic. You should also be at least 18 and have a high school diploma or GED as a minimum education requirement. Other prerequisites include having a clean driving record, FAA record, and criminal background. Pass a behavioral and cognitive evaluation, obtain a first-class FAA medical certificate, and establish your proficiency with the English language in order to participate.

Take advantage of the accelerated P3 commercial pilot program at the leading flight school in Florida: Paragon Flight in Punta Gorda.