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Licenses, ratings & endorsements

Oklahoma Flight Academy trains the full path — Private, Instrument, Commercial, and Multi-Engine ratings, plus tailwheel and high-performance endorsements. Every program is one-on-one, flown across our three-aircraft fleet on a flexible Part 61 schedule. Prerequisites and hours are handled case-by-case.

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    Private Pilot License

    The Private Pilot License is the foundation of everything in aviation, and it is where most OFA students start. You will build your flying skills, your aeronautical knowledge, and — most importantly — the judgment that keeps a pilot safe.

    For a student who trains consistently, learns quickly, and meets the FAA minimums on the first attempt, the private certificate typically ranges from $9,000 to $12,000. Training frequency is the biggest lever on total cost — regular lessons finish faster and cheaper than stop-and-start schedules.

    No previous experience is needed. Most students begin with a simple Third Class Medical Certificate and a Discovery Flight. Typical completion is four to six months for a consistent student.

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    Instrument Rating (IFR)

    The Instrument Rating is where good pilots become precise pilots. Training gives you the ability to fly confidently by reference to instruments alone, and sharpens the discipline that defines a professional cockpit.

    It is the natural next step after your private certificate, and a prerequisite for most professional flying. You will fly more of the National Airspace System with real confidence.

    Prerequisites and required hours are handled one-on-one — talk to us and we will map your path.

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  3. An Oklahoma Flight Academy instructor and students wearing OFA caps and aviation headsets in the cockpit during a training flight
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    Commercial Pilot License (CPL)

    Commercial training is about refinement and professionalism. Every maneuver is flown to tighter tolerances, and every flight builds the habits expected of a pilot who flies for a living.

    The CPL is your gateway to being paid to fly — and, amid a historic pilot shortage, the door to a genuine career. Our instructors include a working airline captain who knows exactly what the airlines look for.

    Prerequisites and required hours are handled one-on-one — talk to us and we will map your path.

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    Multi-Engine Rating

    The Multi-Engine Rating adds a second engine — and a new level of systems knowledge and emergency discipline. It is a standard rung on the professional ladder and a rewarding challenge for any pilot.

    You will master engine-out procedures, complex systems, and the precise energy management that multi-engine aircraft demand.

    Prerequisites and required hours are handled one-on-one — talk to us about aircraft availability and your path.

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    Tailwheel Endorsement

    A tailwheel endorsement is the classic way to sharpen your fundamentals. Conventional-gear airplanes are less forgiving on the ground and demand active, precise feet — which is exactly why they make you a better pilot.

    Many pilots describe tailwheel training as the moment their stick-and-rudder skills truly clicked. It is also your ticket to a huge world of classic and backcountry aircraft.

    Talk to us about scheduling and aircraft for your tailwheel endorsement.

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  6. Oklahoma Flight Academy’s Piper Cherokee N9527J in the hangar beneath an American flag
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    High-Performance Endorsement

    The High-Performance Endorsement qualifies you to act as pilot in command of aircraft with engines over 200 horsepower — opening the door to faster, more capable airplanes.

    Training focuses on the power management, systems, and speed awareness that higher-performance aircraft require, so the step up feels natural and safe.

    Talk to us about aircraft availability and adding this endorsement to your certificate.

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From first flight to a professional career — we train the whole path.

How it works

Training built around you

Our flexible Part 61 program adapts to your schedule and pace. How often you fly is the biggest factor in your total cost — consistent lessons finish faster and cost less. A Private Pilot certificate typically runs $9,000–$12,000 for a consistent student.

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Questions

Training questions, answered

Do I need any previous experience to start?
No. Almost anyone can learn to fly, and most students begin with no aviation background at all. A Discovery Flight is the best first step.
How long does it take to get my license?
Most consistent students complete their private pilot certificate in about four to six months, depending on their schedule and how often they fly.
Do I need a medical certificate?
To begin training toward a private certificate you will need a simple Third Class Medical Certificate from an FAA-designated medical examiner. We can point you to local examiners.
What aircraft will I train in?
OFA operates a three-aircraft fleet — a Cessna 150L, a Cessna 172H Skyhawk, and a Piper Cherokee. Training across both high-wing and low-wing designs makes you a more well-rounded pilot.
Are you a Part 61 or Part 141 school?
Oklahoma Flight Academy runs a flexible Part 61 program. That flexibility lets us tailor one-on-one training to your schedule and pace, which for most students means less time and lower total cost than a rigid program.
What ratings and endorsements do you offer?
Beyond the Private Pilot License, we train Instrument, Commercial, and Multi-Engine ratings, plus tailwheel and high-performance endorsements.
Can flight training be a career?
Absolutely. Amid a historic pilot shortage, there has rarely been a better time to pursue a flying career. Our instructors include a working airline captain, and we train the full path from Private through Commercial and Multi-Engine.
How do I get started?
The easiest first step is to book a Discovery Flight or call us at 918-282-6222. We will talk through your goals and map out the path from here.
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Call us and we'll talk it through — where you are, where you want to go, and what it honestly takes to get there.

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Owasso, Oklahoma (Tulsa area)