For aspiring professional pilots, earning a multi-engine rating is an important step toward advancing your career. Whether you want to fly for regional airlines, manage corporate jet operations, or expand your charter services, the ability to operate multi-engine aircraft strengthens your expertise and opens more opportunities. But with so many options across the country, how do you know which flight schools offer the best multi-engine training?

At Paragon Flight Training, based in Fort Myers, Florida, we’ve built our multi-engine program to balance efficiency, safety, and hands-on experience with advanced aircraft. Here’s why our program stands out as one of the top choices in the nation.

Industry-Leading Multi-Engine Add-On Training

Paragon’s Multi-Engine Add-On course is designed for pilots who already hold a private or commercial pilot certificate and want to expand their qualifications to include multi-engine aircraft. A standard course runs 11–15 hours of flight time and can typically be completed in about one week.

Pilots who need extra time to build confidence, meet airline minimums, or log more hours can easily add training as required. The program is fast-paced, immersive, and cost-conscious, making it ideal for aspiring commercial pilots.

Students train in the Piper PA-44 Seminole, the most widely used twin-engine trainer in the U.S., known for its reliability, straightforward systems, and predictable handling.

Training covers:

• Multi-Engine Aerodynamics – Understanding how two engines affect aircraft performance and handling
• Engine-Out Procedures – Mastering control and decision-making in the event of a single-engine failure
• VMC Awareness and Recovery – Recognizing and avoiding dangerous loss-of-control scenarios
• Complex Aircraft Systems – Gaining confidence with advanced controls, retractable gear, and constant-speed propellers
• FAA Checkride Preparation – Ensuring you’re ready for both oral and practical exams

Training focuses heavily on handling engine failures, addressing both the power loss and the control challenges caused by asymmetric thrust. Pilots learn to operate confidently in normal conditions and with one engine inoperative (OEI).

Why Choose Paragon?

1. FAA-Approved & Award-Winning
   Paragon Flight is an FAA-approved Part 141 and Part 61 flight school with a national reputation for producing capable, confident pilots. Our training programs are consistently recognized for excellence and are built to exceed industry standards.

2. Experienced Multi-Engine Instructors
   Our certified instructors are seasoned multi-engine pilots with extensive real-world experience in airline, charter, and corporate operations. Their insights help bridge the gap between textbook learning and practical application.

3. Year-Round Flyable Weather
   With campuses located in Fort Myers and Punta Gorda, Florida, and LaGrange, Georgia, Paragon students enjoy an average of 350+ flyable days per year. That means fewer weather delays and faster program completion compared to schools in colder climates.

4. Flexible Scheduling
   Whether you want an accelerated training path or need to work around a busy schedule, we work with you to design a training plan that fits your goals and availability.

5. Professional Career Pathways
   Many students who earn their multi-engine rating at Paragon also take advantage of our Professional Pilot Program, moving from single-engine training through advanced ratings all the way to commercial multi-engine certification.

Start Your Journey Today

If you’re ready to earn your multi-engine rating at one of the nation’s best flight schools, Paragon Flight is ready to help you get there. Call (239) 747-0056 or contact us online to learn more about our Multi-Engine Training program or schedule a campus tour today.