Celebrating 40 Years of Excellence in Pilot Training!
This year we celebrate an important achievement — 40 years of guiding international students toward successful airline pilot careers. To honor this anniversary, we have prepared a special limited-time offer on our most popular training program:
Full Professional Pilot Program A
If you are from Turkey and your dream is to build a future in the airline industry, this is the best moment to start. Program A provides complete training — from your very first flight to becoming a licensed commercial pilot, ready to work in airlines worldwide. With structured instruction in Florida’s excellent flying conditions, you will gain the skills and confidence to succeed in global aviation.
✈️ Anniversary Promotion – Limited Seats
Don’t miss this exclusive chance.
See the reduced tuition below and secure your place today!
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2000+Airplane Private Pilot Certifications
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1500+Airplane Commercial Pilot Certifications
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1500+Airplane Multi-Engine Pilot Certifications
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1000+Airplane Flight Instructor Certifications
FAA Part 141 Certified Flight Training Center
F1/M-1 Visa Authorization & TSA
FAA & EASA certified flight simulators
Partnership with Riga Aeronautical Institute (RAI)
Accredited by ACCSC
FAA Flight training programs
FROM ZERO TO AIRLINE PILOT Commercial Pilot License in 10-15 months / Price $68,310 – Pay after visa approval
- FAA 141 approved & ACCSC accredited
- 35+ years of experience
Get Commercial Pilot License based on 2 types of training visas M1/F1:
- M1 Visa programs – Flexible course combinations
- F1 Visa program – Train, work, and build hours in the USA
Foreign Pilot Conversion build 1500 hours of flight experience
Convert your ICAO / EASA license to FAA and advance with our CFI courses.
- Earn while you fly — as a Certified Flight Instructor you can make up to $54,000, while gaining the flight hours required for your airline career at our FAA-approved training academy.
- After completing your training, join a U.S. regional airline for one year and receive full sponsorship for your Type Rating.
Become a CFI and build your flight expirience
Build 1500 hours airline hiring minimums.
- Get paid to fly and earn back up $54,000
- Join US regional airline for 1 year and be sponsored for the Type Rating
- FAA 141 approved & ACCSC accredited
Visa option: F1 – train, work, and gain experience in the USA
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FROM PPL HOLDERS Commercial Pilot License in 10-15 months / Price $58,207 – pay after visa approval
Get Commercial Pilot License based on F1 Visa
- FAA Part 141 approved & ACCSC accredited — recognized quality training that meets the highest U.S. aviation standards.
- F-1 Visa – Study, work, and build up to 1,500 flight hours in the United States while gaining valuable professional experience.
- M-1 Visa – Flexible training option that allows you to return home after completing your program.
- Multi-Engine Add-on and advanced Instructor Ratings available to strengthen your career prospects.
All Programs airlane and helicopter programs
- FAA part 141 & ACCSC accredited
- Since 1985 – 35+ years of excellence
- From zero experience to airline career
- airplane & helicopter courses for all Levels
- International student visa options (M1/F1)
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Flight School in Florida for Turkish Students
Every year, Turkish students come to Pembroke Pines, Florida, to earn FAA certificates at a school that has trained pilots since 1985. The practical advantages include generally favorable flying weather, a structured professional program with an estimated timeline of approximately 15 months, and stage-based tuition payments after visa approval. FAA certificates may also support an application to convert or validate credentials in Turkey, subject to current SHGM requirements.
Turkey has a large and active aviation market, led by carriers such as Turkish Airlines, Pegasus Airlines, and AJet. Because airline cadet programs can be limited and competitive, some students choose self-funded FAA training in Florida as an alternative route. Training does not guarantee employment in Turkey, the United States, or any other market, and each employer applies its own hiring and work-authorization requirements.
Training takes place in Cessna and Piper aircraft under FAA-approved Part 141 curricula at Pelican's Pembroke Pines location. The school is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC). Program content, aircraft availability, and instructor assignments may vary.
Are you ready?Why Turkish Students Choose Pelican
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FAA-approved Part 141 programs and institutional accreditation by ACCSC, a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accrediting agency -
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South Florida weather can support more consistent scheduling, although weather, maintenance, student progress, and examiner availability affect every timeline -
Eligible graduates may apply for authorized practical training and flight-instructor positions; authorization, hiring, hours, and earnings are not guaranteed -
Career preparation and interview support may be available to qualified graduates; no airline interview or job is guaranteed - Support for eligible F-1 and M-1 students through Pelican's Designated School Official
Explore Our Flight School – Watch the Video
Welcome to Pelican Flight Training, one of Florida’s leading FAA Part 141 academies, trusted by students from across the globe. Our structured training pathway takes you step by step — from your first private pilot certificate all the way to ATP and airline readiness.
In this video, discover what sets our school apart: a true passion for aviation, professional instruction, and a world-class fleet of training aircraft. From your very first takeoff to becoming a fully qualified airline pilot, our team is here to guide and support you at every stage.
Watch now and see how training at Pelican goes beyond learning — it’s a complete transformation into the aviation career you’ve dreamed of.
Start FlyingFrom Turkey to the Flight Deck: How Enrollment Works
- Free consultation. Our admissions team reviews your goals, budget, and timeline and explains which available program and visa category may fit your plans.
- Enrollment. Submit the required academic, identity, financial, and admissions documents. Aviation English proficiency is required for FAA certification and safe flight training; admissions can explain the school's current enrollment requirements.
- Form I-20. After admission and verification of all required documents, including proof of sufficient funds, Pelican may issue the appropriate Form I-20. Processing times are estimates, not guarantees.
- SEVIS fee and visa interview. Pay the current I-901 SEVIS fee and schedule an interview at the appropriate U.S. embassy or consulate. Fees and appointment waits can change, so verify them on official U.S. government websites.
- TSA approval. Complete the Transportation Security Administration's Flight Training Security Program requirements, including any applicable fee, identity documentation, and fingerprints.
- Arrival and training. Coordinate your arrival, housing, and start date with the school. Training schedules depend on orientation, approvals, weather, aircraft, instructors, and student progress.
- Tuition. Follow the payment schedule in your enrollment agreement. Published prices are based on stated assumptions and minimums; additional training, tests, supplies, housing, transportation, and other costs may apply.
Training in Turkey vs Training in Florida
| Factor | Turkey | Pelican, Florida |
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| Path to airline eligibility | Cadet and self-funded routes vary by provider and employer | Structured Part 141 training; later employment and hour-building depend on authorization and hiring |
| Weather | Seasonal conditions may affect scheduling | Generally favorable weather, with delays still possible |
| Certificate | SHGM certificate | FAA certificate; separate SHGM validation or conversion may be required |
| Paid experience | Depends on local authorization and hiring | Eligible F-1 students may apply for practical training; authorization and employment are not guaranteed |
| Cost planning | Varies by academy | Current written quote controls; extra hours and fees may apply |
The section below is in Turkish for Turkish-speaking readers. Salary figures are estimates drawn from published sources and exchange-rate conversions; compensation varies by airline, aircraft, seniority, schedule, and contract and should be verified before publication.
Pilot Maaslari 2026: Turkiye ve ABD Karsilastirmasi
Kisa cevap: Pilot maaslari havayoluna, ucak tipine, kideme, ucus programina, yan haklara ve doviz kuruna gore buyuk olcude degisir. Asagidaki rakamlar yalnizca genel karsilastirma amacli tahminlerdir; is teklifi veya kazanc garantisi degildir. Guncel maaslar icin havayollarinin ve guvenilir resmi kaynaklarin verilerini kontrol edin.
| Pozisyon | Turkiye (THY, aylik) | ABD (yillik) |
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| Ikinci pilot, baslangic | Varies by airline, seniority and contract | Varies by airline, seniority and contract |
| Ikinci pilot, kidemli | Varies by airline, seniority and contract | Varies by airline, seniority and contract |
| Kaptan | Varies by airline, seniority and contractn | Varies by airline, seniority and contract |
Florida'daki egitim suresi programa, ogrencinin ilerlemesine, hava kosullarina, ucak ve egitmen uygunluguna ve sinav tarihlerine baglidir. FAA sertifikalarinin Turkiye'de kullanilmasi icin SHGM'nin guncel donusum veya validasyon kosullari yerine getirilmelidir. Detaylar: Zero to CPL programi.
Student Visas for Turkish Citizens: F-1 and M-1
Pelican is SEVP-certified and may issue Forms I-20 to students admitted to eligible programs. Visa classification depends on the specific program and the student's circumstances:
- F-1: available for eligible academic programs. Some students may qualify to apply for CPT or OPT related to their field of study. Practical-training authorization, employment, duration, flight hours, and earnings are determined case by case and are not guaranteed. Students must receive the required authorization before working.
- M-1: available for eligible vocational programs. Employment options are much more limited; students should plan to fund all training and living expenses without relying on U.S. employment.
Immigration rules and filing procedures can change. Before relying on any timeline or employment pathway, confirm the current requirements with Pelican's Designated School Official and official U.S. government sources. A student visa by itself does not provide permanent work authorization or a path to a U.S. airline job.
Most non-U.S. citizens must also complete the TSA Flight Training Security Program process before covered flight training begins. Requirements, fees, and processing times can change; use the TSA portal for current information and allow extra time in your schedule.
Taking Your FAA Licence Back to Turkey
FAA certificates are issued under U.S. regulations. Using them in Turkey requires compliance with current SHGM validation or conversion rules, which may include document review, knowledge requirements, medical certification, experience requirements, and skill testing. Pelican cannot guarantee conversion, employment, or acceptance by an airline. Confirm the current process directly with SHGM before enrolling.
Living in South Florida as a Student From Turkey
Pelican is based in Pembroke Pines, between Miami and Fort Lauderdale. South Florida generally supports year-round training, but flights can still be affected by thunderstorms, hurricanes, maintenance, air traffic, and other operational limits. Ask admissions for current housing and transportation options and budget separately for living expenses.
Transferring From Another Flight School?
If you are already training in the United States, Pelican can review your logbook, records, and immigration status. Logged FAA-compliant experience does not simply disappear, but the amount of credit applied to a new course depends on FAA rules, the approved curriculum, and Pelican's evaluation. Any SEVIS transfer must be coordinated by the schools' Designated School Officials and completed before training begins.
Frequently Asked Questions
Florida can be a strong location for flight training because its climate often permits consistent scheduling. Actual flight availability still depends on weather, aircraft, instructors, air traffic, maintenance, and student progress.
Published tuition depends on the program selected and the assumptions in the current enrollment agreement. Minimum-hour estimates do not guarantee the final cost; additional flight time, exams, supplies, housing, transportation, and international-student expenses may apply. Contact admissions for a current written quote.
Pelican's professional pathway is commonly planned at approximately 15 months, but completion time varies with prior experience, individual progress, weather, aircraft and instructor availability, and checkride scheduling. Ask admissions for the current program schedule and assumptions.
You can begin lessons at any age; the FAA minimum is 16 for solo flight and 17 for the private pilot certificate. Our students range from late teens to career changers in their forties.
You do not need perfect English, but you must be able to read, speak, write, and understand English well enough to meet FAA requirements and train safely. Ask admissions whether any additional school-specific assessment or documentation is currently required.
Aviation demand changes by region and economic cycle. A pilot career can offer strong opportunities, but training does not guarantee an interview, job, salary, or rate of advancement. Research current hiring conditions in the country where you are authorized to work.
FAA certificates can support an application for validation or conversion in Turkey, but recognition is not automatic. SHGM sets the current requirements, and applicants should confirm them directly before training.
Pilot maaslari havayoluna, ucak tipine, kideme, programa ve yan haklara gore degisir. Tablodaki rakamlar yalnizca genel tahminlerdir; guncel ve resmi maas bilgileri yayinlanmadan once yeniden dogrulanmalidir.
Yes. Eligible Turkish students may apply to Pelican programs that support F-1 or M-1 status. Admission, visa issuance, and training completion are separate decisions, and timelines vary.
Ask admissions about current airport-pickup and housing options. Flight schedules and service availability can change, so confirm travel arrangements before booking.
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