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How long does it take?
18 to 24 months, full-time. That's the typical path from zero to commercial license with instrument and multi-engine ratings, if you train steadily and have the money upfront.
Can I work while training?
Yes, part-time. Just not while flying. You can hold a job through most of training, especially the ground school and early flight hours. The squeeze comes at the end, when you're flying daily and studying for
What's the job market like after?
Strong, but cyclical and seniority-driven. Airlines are hiring, but the path is long: you'll build hours as an instructor or regional FO before the majors call. The pilot shortage is real, yet it ebbs and flows with the
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