***In-Person Program Seminar Is June 13th at 12pm at Quad Cities Aero Flight School, located at 3100 69th Ave, Moline, IL 61265 ***
Overview:
Embark on an exciting new career journey with our comprehensive Professional Aeronautics Program (PAC) designed for individuals seeking a career change into aviation. This program is available through Black Hawk College and Quad Cities Aero. Over the course of three semesters you will earn you Professional Pilots License, Instrument Rating, Commercial Rating and an optional Multi-Engine Rating. These ratings are granted through the FAA and will enable you to become employable by the commercial airline industry as a Commercial Pilot where an average airline Captain earns an average salary of $300,000+.
Semester 1: Private Pilot License (PPL)
Semester 2: Instrument Flight Rating
Semester 3: Commercial License (CPL)
Multi-Engine (Optional)
Training Format and Weekly Commitment
PAC (Professional Aeronautics Certificate) is structured as either a part-time or full-time professional program
Part-Time Commitment: 15–20 hours/week for 12–16 months
Career path after graduation
Upon earning their CPL (~250 total flight hours), graduates typically build time as:
Once pilots reach 1500 total hours and obtain an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate,
they are eligible for positions at airlines and advanced corporate and cargo operations.
PAC is structured to produce competitive applicants prepared for long-term aviation
careers, not simply certificate completion.
Full-Time Commitment: 30-40 hours/week for 6-9 months
Flight schedules require flexibility due to weather, maintenance, and resource availability.
Return on Investments & Career Outlook
This hiring environment is widely considered one of the strongest in aviation history.
PAC requires less time and often less total investment than most bachelor’s degree programs while offering access to a high-income professional career path.
Admissions Requirements
Applicants must:
Because FAA medical standards are strict, applicants are strongly encouraged to CONTACT US prior to scheduling their exam to avoid preventable delays.
Estimated cost is $66,137 from zero hours to Commercial Pilot License, and total cost varies depending on hours in aircraft type, individual proficiency and certifications pursued
***In-Person Program Seminar Is June 13th at 12pm at Quad Cities Aero Flight School, located at 3100 69th Ave, Moline, IL 61265 ***
Pay: $300,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
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