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Program summary
Program summary
Saudi Arabian Pilot Track
- Status: Full-time
- Duration: As little as 12 months, subject to scheduling
- Required experience: None
Commercial Pilot Track
- Status: Full-time
- Duration: As little as 10 months, subject to scheduling
- Required experience: None
Pilot training programs and courses
Saudi Arabian Professional Pilot Training
The L3Harris Flight Academy Saudi Arabian Pilot Training programs were designed for those in Saudi Arabia who wish to become commercial pilots. L3Harris has trained Saudi Arabian cadets for over 6 years.

Saudi Arabian Professional Pilot Training with L3Harris
L3Harris offers two programs designed to meet the needs of those seeking future employment in Saudi Arabia, the Commercial Pilot Track and the Saudi Arabian Pilot Track. Both programs were created to provide cadets with the resources and training necessary to become successful commercial pilots.
- The Commercial Pilot Track provides the minimum ratings and certificates required to become a commercially licensed multi-engine pilot. A Commercial Pilot License allows you to be paid to fly airplanes
- The Saudi Arabian Pilot Track provides all of the above, plus an additional 103.3 hours of flight time! This additional time will help to develop your skills in the cockpit, providing you with the experience sought after by many Saudi Arabian Airlines. This program was designed to match the training outline and requirements for Saudia Airlines*
*Enrolling in this program does not guarantee a job placement with Saudia Airlines.
Our Nationally Accredited programs provide cadets with the opportunity to earn FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) certificates and ratings, which can be easily converted to meet GACA (General Authority of Civil Aviation) requirements.
The process of converting licenses typically comes with additional fees. For more information, and to learn about the transfer process, visit the GACA website at www.gaca.gov.sa.
Why L3Harris?
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Why choose L3Harris?
- Over 30 years of professional pilot training history, helping thousands of cadets realize their dreams of a career in aviation
- Structured courses crafted to teach cadets to the standards demanded by the airlines
- Class C airspace and an international airport means that cadets will share the runway, and airspace, with large passenger aircraft
- 90+ aircraft fleet consisting of the Piper Seminole, Piper Archer, Cessna 172P & 172SP and Cirrus SR20
- 5 Flight Training Devices (simulators) and several Flat Panel Training Devices to help you learn to fly while on the ground
- Received FAA Diamond Award for aircraft maintenance 17 years in a row
- Located in Florida, the Orlando Academy is an ideal location for flight training, providing over 300 flyable days per year
- Free tutoring from Certified Flight Instructors is available in our Learning Resource Center. Our team is fully invested in your success
- Dedicated admissions and student services professionals are on campus to helps guide you through your pilot training journey from start to finish
The Saudi Arabian Pilot Track program
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Saudi Arabian Pilot Track program information
The Saudi Arabian Pilot Track was designed to match the outline and requirements of the Saudia Airlines Cadet Program. Just like the Commercial Pilot Track, this full-time program breaks your training into three separate courses; Private, Instrument, and Commercial Multi-Engine.
Licenses |
Ground school |
Equipment time |
Private |
60 hours |
70 hours |
Instrument |
60 hours |
49.8 hours |
CPC Loft |
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80.5 hours |
Commercial Multi-Engine |
60 hours |
39.9 hours |
Time Building |
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30 hours |
Total |
180 hours |
270.2 hours |
Saudi Arabian Pilot Track cost
Tuition for the Saudi Arabian Pilot Track is $84,995
What’s included?
- Private Pilot ground school and flight training*
- Instrument ground school and flight training*
- CPC Loft flight training*
- Commercial Multi Engine ground school and flight training*
- Time Building*
- Free rutoring in the Learning Resource Center
- Regulatory exam and skills test fees**
*Flight Training includes flight time listed in the Training Course Outline. Any flight time incurred over the listed amount will be charged to the cadet.
**fees only cover first attempt. If you need to retake, you will have to pay for any further attempts.
The Commercial Pilot Track program
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Commercial Pilot Track program information
The Commercial Pilot Track is one of the programs at our Florida Academy. This full time program breaks your training into three separate courses; Private, Instrument, and Commercial Multi-Engine.
Licenses |
Ground school |
Equipment time |
Private |
60 hours |
60 hours |
Instrument |
60 hours |
65 hours |
Commercial Multi-Engine |
60 hours |
50 hours |
Total |
180 hours |
175 hours |
Commercial Pilot Track cost
Tuition for the Commercial Pilot Track is $66,995
What’s included?
- Private Pilot ground school and flight training*
- Instrument ground school and flight training*
- Commercial Multi Engine ground school and flight training*
- Free tutoring in the Learning Resource Center
- Regulatory exam and skills test fees**
*Training includes listed flight time. Any flight time required over the listed amount will be charged per hour.
**fees only cover first attempt. If you need to retake, you will have to pay for any further attempts.
Who can apply?
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Entry requirements
To apply to L3Harris Flight Academy, you must meet the following requirements. Your L3Harris Admissions Officer will provide a comprehensive list of requirements and can elaborate on the below:
Age |
Must be at least 17.5 years of age at time of application. |
Education and English language |
Fluent in English (verbal and written) with a minimum of one of the following:
You must have one of the following, or equivalent:
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Medical |
Be able to obtain and maintain an FAA Medical Certificate.
Approved Aviation Medical Examiners are located all around the world! |
Visas |
Have a valid passport and the ability to receive an M1 Visa. L3Harris Admissions Representatives will guide you through the process. |
Funding |
Must have access to the full funding required for whichever program you enroll in. |