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Interested in becoming an airline pilot? Need some help mapping your route and jumpstarting the process? Let Moore Aviation help you achieve your dreams by working with you to map out the proper timeline to your aviation success. Pilot training comes in many forms, and working with a CFI (Certified Flight Instructor) to choose the proper course can make a difference in your success, and the length of your training.
To get an idea of what this means, let's start with the source: the Code of Federal Regulations, most often seen abbreviated as CFR.
The Code of Federal Regulations contains rules for various aspects of life in the United States, however CFR Title 14 (a sub-section of chapters) specifically references Aeronautics and Space, most often referred to as the Federal Aviation Regulations (or FARs for short), which govern aspects of flight and pilot training.
CFR Title 14, Part 61 sets the rules for certifying pilots and instructors. Covering who can qualify, what knowledge they need, and the minimum flight hours for different pilot licenses.
CFR Title 14, Part 141 sets the rules for pilot school certificates and the pilot training requirements for schools following these regulations.
There are three main avenues to pursue your training outlined below:
At Moore Aviation, we offer all three of the above approaches, in partnership with local colleges (such as CCBC, CCAC, SIU, Geneva, and more), to give students the best chance of success using their desired learning methodology. While they may look like similar programs from the above outline, the real difference is noted in your requirements to achieve each rating. For example, see the table below for the differences in your PPL (Private Pilots License) requirements for Part 61 and Part 141 programs:
| Requirement | Part 61 | Part 141 + College |
|---|---|---|
| Total Flight Hours Required | 40 | 35 |
| Hours of Instruction Required | 20 | 20 |
| Solo Hours | 10 | 5 |
| Solo Cross-Country Hours | 5 | 3 |
| Night Hours | 3 | 3 |
| Instrument Instruction | 3 | 3 |
| Night Take Off/Landings | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduling | Personalized | Structured |
| Flexibility | Flexible | Rigid |
As you can see, they have similar requirements, but since the 141 program is following a strict course syllabus with stage checks and defined ground lessons, the total flight time and solo times are reduced. These reductions culminate in the Restricted-ATP license, which allows those that go to a part 141 school and are enrolled in a corresponding associate or bachelors program to receive their ATP license two years earlier, and at 1,000 hours (compared to 1,500 for a standard ATP).
The rigidity and pace of a part 141 program may not be for everyone, however. The flexibility of a part 61 program may allow those looking to train during nights, weekends, or as a hobby, more freedom to follow their own schedule, the CFI to curate lesson plans to their needs, and more robust ground-lessons on hard-to-understand topics. There is no deadline to complete a part 61 course, and you may stop and start as you see fit.
Let us help you decide which path is the right one for you by speaking with one of our highly skilled Certified Flight Instructors. We partner with multiple local colleges to offer Part 141 programs, and have a proven track record of helping independent students excel at Part 61.
Thank you to everyone who continues to trust us with their flight training journey.