FAA Multi-Engine Rating

Multi-Engine Land (MEL)

Attaining the FAA Multi-Engine Land – MEL (A) rating extends the privileges of your FAA PPL or CPL, allowing you to fly aircraft with more than one engine. It's a vital step forward in your professional aviation career.

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10 Hours

Minimum dual flight instruction.

5 Hours

Theoretical ground preparation.

2-3 Weeks

Average completion time.

5 Stages

Structured flight training.

Multi-Engine Cockpit
Course

Overview

The FAA Multi-Engine Land – MEL (A) is a step forward to your aviation dream. One of the main takeaways of the training is to understand the differences between a single engine land and a multi-engine land aircraft.

Once you complete your Multi Engine Land training, you will get your MEL(A) qualification added on your FAA Private Pilot License – PPL(A) or FAA Commercial Pilot License – CPL(A). The Multi Engine Piston rating is valid for 12 months.

Ground School
Theory

Ground Training

Theoretical preparation takes 5 hours with an instructor, during which you will become familiar with the multi engine land airplane, systems, and aerodynamics. You will also learn the procedures and maneuvers that apply in multi-engine airplane during normal and engine-out operations under VFR and IFR.

Note: The ground training is approximated to be about 5 hours. There is no minimum required time by the FAA.

Multi-Engine Flight Training
Practical

Flight Training

The flight training takes 10 hours minimum of dual flight instruction including instruction in engine failures and asymmetric configuration. The training is divided into 5 stages.

01Departure
02Airwork
03Arrivals and Landing Procedures
04Abnormal and Emergency Procedures
05Simulated Asymmetric Flight

Exam:

To prove your practical skills, you will need to pass a practical flight test (Check Ride) with an approved FAA examiner.

Entry Requirements

Prerequisites for Multi-Engine Rating

Eligibility

Be at least 18 years old and hold a FAA PPL(A) or CPL(A).

Medical

Must hold a Valid Class 3 Medical Certificate.

Qualifications

Proficiency in English – reading, writing, speaking.

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Broad International Community of students and pilots.

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Top of the Line Fleet including multi-engine aircraft.

Expert Instructors

Experienced & Talented instructors focused on your success.

Prime Locations

Located in Europe & USA with multiple bases.

Home Study

Complete ground training from the comfort of your home.

Monitored Progress

Interactive Coursework and Stage Checks.

Dedicated Support

Dedicated flight training consultant & customer support.

Training Locations

Our Multi-Engine course is available at our US bases.

Miami Base

Miami, FL

Corona Base

Corona, CA

Van Nuys Base

Van Nuys, CA

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