CHARTER PILOT CAREER PROGRAM
The Charter Pilot Career Program is a premium, career-focused training pathway designed for serious individuals who want to move from zero time to a Part 135 charter pilot interview in as little as 10 months. More than a traditional flight training program, this is a direct-entry career solution built to give you a meaningful advantage in a highly competitive industry. Train with the number one flight school trusted by charter companies to develop polished, professional, job-ready pilots. Rather than spending years in low-wage CFI time-building roles, you will follow a structured path designed to position you for immediate charter opportunities upon completion. The result is a faster, smarter transition into real-world flying experience, professional income, and a pilot resume built for long-term career growth.
Program Overview
Proven charter pilot career solution with all the training, resources, and career support you need to become a professional charter pilot. Gain the ultimate competitive edge with the best training, the best professional network, and a direct career track to numerous charter companies with the most expansive fleet options available in the world. We are proud to announce our exclusive partnership with Sporty's Online Ground Training which provides our students with best in class standardized ground training videos and practice tests that can be completed at your own pace on any of your devices from the convenience of your home or preferred study location. We utilize an FAA approved syllabus to ensure every student receives the same quality of standardized training regardless of the location or instructor.
TIMELINE
CHARTER PILOT
CAREER PROGRAM
START
WITH ZERO EXPERIENCE
PRIVATE
PILOT LICENSE
ATLAS 1
VFR XC
INSTRUMENT
RATING
ATLAS 2
IFR XC
COMMERCIAL
PILOT LICENSE
MULTI-ENGINE RATING
PART 135 INTERVIEW
DAY 1
3 MONTHS
5 MONTHS
6 MONTHS
7.5 MONTHS
8 MONTHS
8.5 MONTHS
10 MONTHS
ATLAS 3
ME IFR XC
9 MONTHS
COST
Fixed cost pricing of $119,995 starting from Zero Time or $104,995 starting with Credit for Private Pilot Certificate.
RESERVE CLASS START DATE
$995
CLASS START DATE
$29,750
2 MONTHS AFTER START DATE
$29,750
4 MONTHS AFTER START DATE
$29,750
7 MONTHS AFTER START DATE
$29,750
Charter Pilot
Career Program
Total Program Cost: $119,995
PROGRAM PAYMENT SCHEDULE
Charter Pilot
Career Program
RESERVE CLASS START DATE
$995
CLASS START DATE
$26,000
1 MONTH AFTER START DATE
$26,000
3 MONTHS AFTER START DATE
$26,000
5 MONTHS AFTER START DATE
$26,000
Total Program Cost: $104,995
CREDIT PRIVATE
RESERVE CLASS START DATE
$995
CLASS START DATE
$29,750
2 MONTHS AFTER START DATE
$29,750
4 MONTHS AFTER START DATE
$29,750
7 MONTHS AFTER START DATE
$29,750
Charter Pilot
Career Program
Total Program Cost: $119,995
Charter Pilot
Career Program
RESERVE CLASS START DATE
$995
CLASS START DATE
$26,000
1 MONTH AFTER START DATE
$26,000
3 MONTHS AFTER START DATE
$26,000
5 MONTHS AFTER START DATE
$26,000
Total Program Cost: $104,995
CREDIT PRIVATE
RESERVE CLASS START DATE
$995
CLASS START DATE
$29,750
2 MONTHS AFTER START DATE
$29,750
4 MONTHS AFTER START DATE
$29,750
7 MONTHS AFTER START DATE
$29,750
Charter Pilot
Career Program
Total Program Cost: $119,995
Charter Pilot
Career Program
RESERVE CLASS START DATE
$995
CLASS START DATE
$26,000
1 MONTH AFTER START DATE
$26,000
3 MONTHS AFTER START DATE
$26,000
5 MONTHS AFTER START DATE
$26,000
Total Program Cost: $104,995
CREDIT PRIVATE
PROTECTED BY
DISCOVERY PEACE OF MIND GUARANTEE
Train with confidence and experience the impeccable quality of Discovery Flight School risk-free. When you train in the Charter Pilot Career Program, you are joining an elite network of pilots and Part 135 operators committed to helping you build a successful aviation career with the most efficient path possible. The Discovery Peace of Mind Guarantee gives you a low-risk way to experience the quality of our Charter Pilot Career Program firsthand. During your first stage of training, you can evaluate our instructor quality, safety-first mindset, professionalism, and overall training experience without feeling locked into a long-term commitment. If you decide the program is not the best fit for you, you may withdraw for any reason. Any excess funds remaining in your account will be refunded. This gives you the confidence to get started knowing your financial investment is protected. The Discovery Peace of Mind Guarantee applies to all Charter Pilot Career Program students who placed their program deposit on or after January 1st, 2025.
LOCATIONS
Our headquarters location is in Pompano Beach, FL, and we provide training at the following locations:
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KPMP - Pompano Beach Airpark - Pompano Beach, FL
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KMLB - Melbourne Orlando International - Melbourne, FL
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Start with Zero Time or with Credit for Private Pilot Certificate. See admission requirements below for more details.
JOB PLACEMENT
Get the competitive edge to fast track your career with access to exclusive charter hiring partnerships and access to airline cadet programs if flying for a charter company is simply one stage of your aviation career goals. This means that Discovery Flight School has been vetted and trusted by professional Part 135 charter companies to provide a pipeline of highly trained professional pilots who meet the hiring minimums to be eligible for Part 135 pilot in command positions immediately upon program completion. Many schools promote "pilot pathways to the airlines" but rely upon working for their flight school as a CFI to build minimum flight time hiring requirements for the regional airline level. Students who graduate from the Charter Pilot Transition Program gain exclusive access to a secure and structured career path that provides a guaranteed interview with one of our Part 135 Charter Partners upon program completion.
CLASS START DATES
Classes start on the first Monday of every month. Reserve your class start date today with a Charter Pilot Career Program deposit of $995 - this deposit is automatically applied to your total training cost on your first day of training and allows us to give you immediate access to state of the art ground school training so you can get a head start. We also offer incentives to students who pass all 3 required written exams on the first attempt (PAR, IRA, CAX) prior to their class start date. Speak with one of our admissions representatives to learn more about the details.
Direct Part 135 Charter Pathway
Discovery Flight School partners directly with select Part 135 charter operators to help identify, train, and prepare qualified professional pilots for real-world charter operations. Our role is to serve as a trusted training and recruitment pathway by developing pilots who meet FAA regulatory requirements, company-specific insurance minimums, and the professional standards expected in Part 135 operations. To protect the time and privacy of our operator partners, we do not publicly advertise the companies we work with or disclose partner names for the purpose of preventing unsolicited applications from being sent directly to busy flight departments actively operating aircraft around the world. Qualified operators interested in building a recruiting relationship with Discovery Flight School are invited to contact us directly to discuss partnership opportunities and pilot pipeline needs.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The Charter Pilot Career Program is an intensive, full immersion style professional-grade pathway. We select candidates based on commitment, aptitude, and readiness for a high-performance aviation environment.
MINIMUM AGE
Applicants must be at least 18 years old to hold a Commercial Pilot Certificate and enroll in the Charter Pilot Career Program.
FAA MEDICAL
A valid FAA 1st or 2nd Class Medical Certificate is required prior to beginning flight training in the Charter Pilot Career Program.
ENGLISH PROFICIENCY
Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language is mandatory for FAA certification and international charter operations.
EDUCATION
High School Diploma or GED minimum. Post-secondary education OR work experience is beneficial for advanced career placement but not required.
FINANCING OPTIONS
We provide guidance on specialized aviation financing and structured payment plans to help fund your career journey.
PROGRAM COMMITMENT
This is an accelerated pathway requiring full-time commitment and a professional mindset for real-world job readiness.