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Course Summary
Course Summary
- Cost: $79,000
- Required experience: Zero (those with a Private Pilot Certificate can join Epic from the IR phase)
- Location: Sanford, Florida
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Graduation Qualifications
Graduation Qualifications
- Private Pilot (PPL)
- Instrument Rating (IR)
- Commercial Single-Engine (CSEL)
- Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Pilot Training Programs and Courses
Epic: Commercial Pilot to Instructor Pathway
The Epic Commercial Flight Training Program: An accelerated path to earning a salary as a Flight Instructor (CFI). The LOWEST price professional pilot program in the market.
The Epic program includes expert instruction, flight training and essential knowledge needed to step into the cockpit and launch your career as a commercial pilot. This FAA-approved Part 141 program encompasses the ground and practical training needed to earn your Certified Flight Instructor Certificate (CFI). After completing your Commercial Pilot Certificate, you will progress to our Certified Flight Instructor course, which will provide you with the knowledge and skills to pursue your first job and secure an interview as a professional pilot. This program was developed by the airlines for the airlines and is your path to beginning your career and building time as a Flight Instructor.
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Epic: Commercial Pilot to Instructor Pathway
Epic Program Highlights
Our Epic Program is designed to provide the training needed to become a Flight Instructor.
- Private Pilot (PPL)
- Instrument Rating (IR)
- Commercial Single-Engine (CSEL)
- Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
- Ground School training as a combination of hybrid and in-person learning
- A Certified Flight Instructor, personally matched to you
- Earn flight hours in our single-engine aircraft and simulators
- If you already have your PPL, you can join our Epic program at the Instrument Rating phase
- Pilot Performance Pack: all of your professional gear needed to take to the skies
- Installment plans allow you to break up payments as you complete your program certifications
*Epic graduates are guaranteed an interview for a CFI position but may be required to complete their Certified Flight Instructor Instrument (CFII) before instructing.
Epic: Commercial Pilot to Instructor Pathway
Next Steps to Your Pilot Career
After completing the Epic program, you will be a qualified Certified Flight Instructor (CFI). It’s now time to build your FAA 1,500 flight hours, which you can do with us while earning a salary as a Flight Instructor. Then it’s time to join the airlines through one of our many Pilot Pathway programs.
Your pathway to becoming a pilot:
- Complete the Epic program and earn your Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) Certificate.
- Prepare your resume and schedule your initial instructor interview with our Career Services team while completing your Certified Flight Instructor Instrument (CFII) program
- Complete your CFII course to begin instructing
- Meet hiring airline partners that regularly visit and recruit our cadets at our Sanford, Florida campus
- Join a Pilot Pathway and seamlessly transition into your pilot career with one of our regional airline partners, many of whom offer tuition reimbursement, sign-on bonus opportunities, or incentives during training like seniority
Epic: Commercial Pilot to Instructor Pathway
Epic Program Investment
$79,000
Epic: Commercial Pilot to Instructor Pathway
L3Harris Flight Academy is Your Preferred Training Partner
During your Epic pilot training you will learn from experienced Flight Instructors at our purpose-built Flight Academy at Sanford International Airport, Florida. You will also benefit from:
- Lowest price professional pilot program in the market
- Financial aid counselors are available to assist you with guidance on obtaining funding for your training with our preferred lenders
- In-house examiners - meaning no delay in waiting for a designated pilot examiner for most programs
- Modern fleet of over 100 Piper and Cirrus training aircraft
- State-of-the-art facilities and flight simulators
- Shared airspace with commercial aircraft ensuring you are training in a location that will prepare you well for the transition from student pilot to commercial pilot
- The largest footprint for take-off and landing available
- 300+ blue sky flying days per year in sunny Central Florida
- A global leader in pilot training. Our graduates fly for some of the leading airlines in the world, including American Airlines, Delta, United, Envoy, SkyWest and many more
- Our cost per hour beats competitor flight schools in Florida
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Epic: Commercial Pilot to Instructor Pathway
Ways to Fund Epic
If you need help funding your pilot training, we have a number of loan options available. Or contact a member of the team today.
Epic: Commercial Pilot to Instructor Pathway
Admission Requirements
To enroll in the Epic program, follow the steps below:
- Apply for free using the link below, identifying your preferred start date
- Submit your high school diploma or GED
- Obtain an FAA medical certificate
- Secure your funding through one of our preferred partner lenders
Epic: Commercial Pilot to Instructor Pathway
Take a Discovery Flight
Book a Discovery Flight to see if pilot training is the right choice for you. During a trial flight, a Certified Flight Instructor will explain what is involved in becoming a pilot and give you a flavor of life in the air.
