Meet the minimum age requirement
Complete a medical examination and obtain the required aviation medical certificate
Finish secondary education or equivalent
Choose an approved flight school or training program
Earn a private pilot license
Build the required flight hours
Complete ground school training
Pass the required written knowledge exams
Complete advanced flight training
Earn an instrument rating
Earn a commercial pilot license
Pass the commercial pilot practical test
Obtain any required multi-engine rating
Gain additional flight experience
Apply for airline or charter pilot positions
Continue training and maintain licenses and medical certification