Hello I wanted to know how old you have to be to start the training to be a commercial pilot.
Alden,
Training can start at any age, but there are minimum ages to receive certificates.
-17 for private pilot certificate in anything but a glider or balloon.
-16 for private pilot certificate in a glider or balloon.
-18 for commercial pilot certificate.
-21 for restricted ATP certificate.
-23 for unrestricted ATP.
Tory
Tory, can you start your ppl before 17? And by the time your done, your 17?
Yes. 16 to solo. 17 to hold a PPL.
So I could do all my ppl training while I’m 16, and receive it when I’m 17?
Yes.
Adam