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FAA Part 141 • DeLand, FL
CDA ACADEMY
Maintained in-house by our dedicated FAA A&P mechanics at DeLand Municipal Airport (KDED). Safe, modern avionics and high dispatch reliability.
The world's standard for primary and instrument flight training. High-wing stability, forgiving handling, and comprehensive IFR avionics.
Proven high-wing platform equipped for comprehensive Instrument Rating (IFR) dual instruction and cross-country navigation.
A proven backbone of our flight line. Reliable dispatch rate, dual flight controls, and excellent stability for solo flights.
Equipped with dual nav/comms and precise flight controls, perfect for instrument approach training and FAA checkrides.
Dependable, high-dispatch trainer built for flight maneuvers, commercial pilot cross-country flights, and FAA stage checks.
Legendary trainer that builds pure stick-and-rudder coordination and solid fundamentals with unbeatable hourly cost efficiency.
Ideal platform for solo cross-country hours, traffic pattern work, and building cost-effective PIC time toward Commercial ratings.
Lightweight and responsive, providing clear tactile aerodynamic feedback for student pilots mastering takeoffs and landings.
Proven workhorse for building precision pilot technique, steep turns, stalls, and solo flight hours affordably.
Twin-engine training platform (400 HP total). Master multi-engine aerodynamics, asymmetric thrust control, and multi-engine IFR approaches.
High-performance twin-engine trainer for Commercial Multi-Engine endorsements, engine-inoperative procedures, and airline cadet prep.
Equipped with retractable landing gear and constant-speed prop. Designed to master complex aircraft systems for the Commercial Pilot Checkride.
FAA-approved Advanced Aviation Training Device (AATD). Master instrument flight, emergency procedures, and log dual instruction hours with total safety.
Experience realistic FAA-approved flight simulation with 300° wrap-around visual immersion, authentic analog cockpit instrumentation, and officially loggable flight hours.
Log officially credited dual instruction hours toward your Private Pilot License, up to 20 hours for Instrument Rating (Part 141), Commercial Certificate, and Instrument Proficiency Checks (IPC).
Full wrap-around high-definition visual system with realistic control feel and traditional analog six-pack instrument gauges tailored to our training fleet.
Master demanding scenarios safely: critical engine-out procedures, zero-visibility IMC weather, extreme crosswinds, instrument failures, and spatial disorientation recovery.
Dedicated student housing with resort pool, fitness center, modern flight briefing stations, and a prime location in Central Florida.
An academy with an exceptional pass rate and over 28 years training airline pilots from around the world.
Take the controls for the first time with an FAA flight instructor over scenic Central Florida.
Master aerodynamics, navigation, radio communication, and solo cross-country flight fundamentals.
Navigate through clouds and poor visibility solely by cockpit avionics and FAA air traffic procedures.
Earn privileges to fly professionally for compensation on complex and multi-engine aircraft.
Build logged flight hours to 1,500 hours while getting paid to instruct future aviators at CDA.
FAA certificated training under Part 141 and Part 61 with flexible scheduling, one-on-one instruction, and comprehensive support.
The essential aviation starting point. Master aerodynamics, visual navigation, FAA radio communications, solo flight, and safety culture.
Fly with precision in Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC) through cloud layers and complex air traffic procedures.
The milestone for professional compensated flying. Advanced commercial flight maneuvers, long-distance cross-country, and complex aircraft systems.
Structured strictly to meet DGCA India regulatory conversion guidelines: 251.8 total flight hours, night flying requirements, and verified documentation.
The elite airline cadet package: Single-Engine CPL + IFR + Multi-Engine Endorsement on Piper Seneca, designed for airline first officer hiring.
Take the flight controls for your very first flight over Florida or build logged PIC hours with competitive block rates and 24/7 scheduling.
Select your target pilot certification to view the FAA Part 141 syllabus hour breakdown.
Get an authentic look at our aircraft fleet, cross-country training, and daily flightline operations at DeLand Municipal Airport (KDED).
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travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/study/student-visa.htmlFlight hours and completion time may vary according to the student's proficiency and progress. Quoted training hours are commercial planning allowances and do not constitute a regulatory guarantee of completion. Actual training time may vary based on FAA requirements and individual student proficiency and progress. Examiner fees are paid directly to the examiners and may vary. **Accommodation and other items not expressly described are not included and may be contracted separately. Estimated training hours stated herein may be adjusted according to the student's experience, proficiency, and individual logbook review. Prices are subject to change without prior notice. Multi-engine flight training is conducted with an instructor or with the student pilot performing the duties of PIC with an authorized instructor on board. Aircraft hourly rates are based on fuel at US$ 4.50 per gallon. If CDA's applicable fuel price exceeds this benchmark, a variable fuel surcharge may apply and may be adjusted as fuel prices change. Fuel purchased off-site during an authorized CDA flight will be credited at CDA's then-current fuel reimbursement rate per gallon upon presentation of a valid receipt; any excess cost remains the student's responsibility. Package prices are applicable when package is paid for in advance or see payment schedule. Weight limit for the C-152 is 170 lb. per person. A full-time program is designed for completion within 12 months; absences and no-shows will be charged and deducted from the applicable training allowance.