Commercial Pilot Requirements

61.123 Eligibility Requirements

Be at least 18 yrs of age

Be able to read, write and speak the English language

Have a 2^nd class (for hire or compensation) or 3rd class medical

61.127 Flight Proficiency

61.129 Aeronautical Experience

250 hours total time

100 hours pilot in command

100 hours powered aircraft

50 hours cross-country

10 hours instrument

10 hours in a multi-engine complex aircraft

1 cross country flight with a duration of 2 hours a distance of 100 nautical miles during the day

1 cross country flight with a duration of 2 hours a distance of 100 nautical miles during night

10 hours solo

1 cross country at least 300 nautical miles a minimum of 3 points and 1 point straight line distance of no less than 250 nautical miles

3 hrs within 60 days of checkride

5 hours night with a minimum of 10 takeoffs and landings

Complex endorsement

Instructor endorsement

FAA written exam