If speed and quality are your top priorities in flight training, Paragon Flight in Florida

offers one of the most efficient paths in the country. With our accelerated Professional Pilot Program, reliable year-round flying weather, and highly experienced instructors, you can go from zero experience to a certified commercial pilot in less than 10 months.

The Professional Pilot Program

The Professional Pilot Program (P3) allows Paragon students to earn their Commercial Multi-Engine Pilot license with Certified Flight Instructor certification in 38 weeks. Our Part 141 certification ensures that training follows a strict, FAA-approved syllabus that’s streamlined for efficiency. This allows for fewer flight hours required for specific ratings, saving both time and money.

The structured program includes:

• Private Pilot License (PPL)
• Instrument Rating (IFR)
• Commercial Single & Multi‑Engine (CSEL & CMEL)
• CFI (and CFII/MEI, if desired)

This fast-paced, all-in-one training track is ideal for students who are serious about launching a professional aviation career quickly.

Supporting High-Quality, Accelerated Training

At Paragon Flight, efficiency is built into every aspect of training. We are here to help you move faster without cutting corners.

1. Jeppesen Curriculum – This industry-standard training system is known to reduce ground school learning time by up to 30%. Jeppesen is used by top airlines and flight schools for a reason: it’s efficient, intuitive, and well-supported.

2. Year-Round Flying Conditions – Paragon’s Fort Myers and Punta Gorda campuses benefit from more than 350 flyable days per year, meaning you spend more time in the air and less time grounded by weather.

3. Advanced Aircraft & Technology – Our modern fleet includes aircraft like the Piper PA28 “Pilot”, Cessna 172S Skyhawk, Piper PA-44 Seminole, and Cirrus SR22 G5/G6. With these Garmin G1000-equipped aircraft and FAA-certified full-motion simulators, students can:

• Accelerate learning by simulating real-world situations safely
• Continue training when flying isn’t possible
• Build muscle memory and confidence faster than aircraft-only programs

4. Experienced Instructors – Paragon’s award-winning CFIs bring experience from military, airline, and corporate aviation backgrounds. This means:

• Consistent, high-quality instruction
• Efficient checkride prep and fewer repeated lessons
• Fast identification and correction of training gaps

5. Flexible Scheduling – We offer flexible flight blocks and availability to help students train at their own pace and maximize their progress. Flight operations run seven days a week, with multiple flight slots available each day and simulators accessible outside of standard flying hours. This keeps students progressing without delays.

6. In-House Student Support – At Paragon, we’re committed to simplifying the logistics so you can focus entirely on training. We provide:

• Assistance securing student housing
• Flexible financing options, including Sallie Mae loans
• Career pathway guidance and job placement help, including post-graduate CFI positions

7. Ideal Training Environments – Our Fort Myers and Punta Gorda campuses are based at full-service, tower-controlled airports (FMY and PGD) that operate seven days a week. These locations feature modern facilities and multiple long asphalt runways, one over 6,400 feet and the other nearly 5,000 feet, providing plenty of space for a range of training operations.

Students also benefit from access to more than 150 regional airports, many of which have control towers and precision instrument approaches. This diverse airspace exposure prepares aspiring pilots for real-world scenarios they’ll face throughout their careers.

Take Off with Paragon Flight

Becoming a commercial pilot doesn’t have to take years. At Paragon Flight in Florida, we combine a proven, accelerated curriculum with top-tier aircraft, experienced instructors, and unbeatable flying conditions to help students achieve their goals as fast as possible without compromising safety or quality.

Ready to launch your aviation career? Contact us online or at (239) 747-0056 to get started today.