This is the transition from pilot to professional.
The FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate is about more than just getting paid to fly, it’s about reaching a level of precision where “close enough” is no longer part of your vocabulary.
Under Part 61, you need 250 total hours. But at D&J, the Commercial phase is about refinement.
Tighter Margins
We move beyond the basics into mastery of maneuvers like Chandelles, Lazy Eights, and Power-off Accuracy Landings.
Command Presence
By now, you know how to fly the plane; we’re training you to manage it as a professional operator.
Precision is Mandatory
We eliminate the small inconsistencies that separate a private pilot from a commercial-grade aviator.
Your Complete Path to Professional Aviation
Most pilots enter this phase needing to build time toward that 250-hour mark. We create a focused time-building plan that emphasizes PIC compliance and cross-country requirements.
We offer a full Commercial Program to students starting after their Instrument Rating, and a Commercial License Only option for those who already have the required hours.
Expect to pay $30,450+ for the full Commercial Program. We offer several ways to finance or reduce your training costs in this program.
You’re a Great Fit If:
Not a Good Fit If:
Professional Training Equipment and Facilities
Commercial training at D&J exposes you to high-density environments and real-world ATC sequencing.
Apopka (X04) & Sanford (SFB):
You’ll refine your maneuvers in the Central Florida practice corridors and execute professional-grade cross-countries across the state.
The Commercial Fleet:
The Commercial Consultation
Let’s look at your logbook and see what’s left.
Our consultation covers:
