Contract Pilot Certification Course

Professional authority, judgment, and boundary training for pilots operating in contract and managed aircraft environments.

Pricing

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CPA Members receive preferred pricing. Non-members can join CPA and save $300.

Curriculum

Course Outline

A structured, professional curriculum built to elevate safety, standards, and executive-level performance in contract aviation.

Start Welcome to the Course!

Orientation, expectations, and how to get the most from the course.

Chapter 01 The Contract Pilot as a Professional Role
  • Role clarity, professionalism, and stakeholder expectations
  • What “premium” looks like in contract aviation
Chapter 02 The Professional Contract Pilot’s Mindset
  • Decision discipline under pressure
  • Consistency, preparation, and personal standards
Chapter 03 Professional Interaction and Operational Judgment
  • Communication that builds trust and credibility
  • Judgment frameworks for real-world operations
Chapter 04 Standards & Expectations
  • Setting, holding, and communicating standards
  • Operational consistency and brand reputation
Chapter 05 Professional Judgment, Client Interaction, Single-Pilot Resource Management
  • Client-facing excellence without compromising safety
  • SPRMs that reduce risk and improve outcomes
Chapter 06 Decision Authority and Professional Responsibility in Contract Aviation
  • Command authority, boundaries, and accountability
  • How to hold the line with confidence and professionalism
Chapter 07 Professional Boundaries, Scope Creep, and When to Say “No”
  • Recognizing scope creep early
  • Scripts and strategies for saying “no” professionally
Chapter 08 Professional Reputation, Repeat Clients, and Long-Term Viability
  • Reputation as a strategic asset
  • How professionalism drives repeat business
Chapter 09 Contract Flying Within Owner and Management Frameworks
  • Working effectively inside varying ownership structures
  • Professional alignment and expectation management
Chapter 10 Risk, Liability, and Insurance
  • Practical risk awareness for contract operations
  • Liability basics and insurance considerations
Chapter 11 Professional Standing
  • Consistency, discretion, and leadership presence
  • How top-tier pros carry themselves
Chapter 12 Accountability & Expectations
  • Personal accountability systems that work
  • Setting expectations with clients and partners
Extras Supplemental Resources

Templates, reference tools, and supporting materials.

Final Final Exam

A capstone evaluation to confirm mastery of standards, judgment, and professionalism.

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