CAPS Parachute System
Cirrus Airframe Parachute System is a whole-aircraft parachute designed as an additional emergency option.
Flight Training Pathways
Structured training.
Measured progress.
Real command.
From first flight to professional license, every course follows a clear path designed to build skill, safety, and confidence.
Our Approach
Each rating opens a new layer of the sky.
We do not rush timelines or skip fundamentals. Every course is built around the idea that real confidence comes from mastering each stage before moving to the next.
PPL
Open course βPrivate Pilot License
Your foundation course for becoming a licensed private pilot.
Theory
70 hours
Flight Training
45 hours
Typical Duration
4-6 months
NVFR
Open course βNight Visual Flight Rules
An add-on qualification that teaches you how to fly safely at night under visual flight rules.
Theory
3 hours
Flight Training
5 hours
Training Schedule
2-3 training nights
Instrument Rating
Advanced training to operate using instruments and procedures in reduced visibility and IFR airspace.
Theory
150 hours
Flight Training
50 hours
Typical Duration
3-6 months
CPL
Open course βCommercial Pilot License
Professional pilot training focused on commercial standards, advanced handling, and operational decision-making.
Course Type
Professional track
Goal
Commercial pilot privileges
Planning
Built from your current experience
Ready to Begin?
What you need to start your PPL.
No aviation background required. Find below the entry requirements to begin your Private Pilot License β the foundation for every course that follows.
- Minimum age 17 to take the skill test (training can begin at 16).
- Valid EASA Class 2 medical certificateStandard aviation medical exam by a certified AME. Assesses general health, vision, and hearing. Required for private pilot privileges. Valid for 5 years (under 40), 2 years (40β50), or 1 year (over 50)..
- No formal education requirement β you must pass the theoretical knowledge exams.
- English language proficiency (ICAO Level 4Minimum English proficiency standard set by the International Civil Aviation Organization. Tests speaking and listening in aviation contexts. Must be renewed every 4 years. minimum) for international operations.
- Valid government-issued ID or passport.
Online Training
Cirrus Approach Online Courses
Tell us your current experience and goals. We will recommend the best training route for you.
Safety in Cirrus Aircraft
Built with safety as a core design principle.
Our training environment combines modern Cirrus engineering with structured instruction, so safety is present in both the aircraft and the way you learn.
Modern Avionics
Glass-cockpit workflows improve situational awareness and support disciplined decision-making during training flights.
Standardized Procedures
Checklist culture, scenario-based practice, and instructor guidance help build safe habits from day one.