Multi-Engine Rating

Multi-engine training & certification.

Training Schedule

Offered Year Round; Train at Your Own Pace

Starting Cost

$9875

See Price Chart Below

A multi-engine rating (or multi-engine commercial certificate) allows a pilot to operate as pilot-in-command of an aircraft with more than one engine. Multi-engine operations are characterized by a remarkable improvement in aircraft performance capability along with an increase in speed, power, and rate of climb. Managing the complexity and workload of a multi-engine aircraft is both exhilarating and rewarding.

The Multi-Engine rating certificate can be an “add-on” to an existing private, commercial, or ATP certificate with a single-engine class. For this add-on, both VFR and IFR operations will be emphasized. There are no minimum time requirements for a Multi-engine add-on; however, you will need an instructor endorsement for flight and ground training prior to taking the check ride. There is no written exam; only an oral exam and practical check ride are required.

Multi-Engine Rating Requirements:

Private Pilot License
Prior to getting your multi engine rating, you must have at least a private pilot certificate.
Current Medical
Pilot must have a current FAA medical
Citizenship or TSA Approval
Pilot must provide proof of citizenship (Passport or Birth Certificate) or TSA approval
Training
Receive and log ground and flight training in the areas of operation listed under FAR 61.127(b)(2)
No Minimum Hours
Your multi-engine instructor will determine when you reached the required knowledge and skill level. At that point, they will sign you off for your practical test.

Price Estimate for your Multi-Engine

Use our pricing chart to help give you an idea of what training cost will be. Pricing for your multi engine rating is based on someone who already at minimum has their single engine private pilot license .

Rating

Description

Rate

Hours

Subtotal

Multi Add On

Checkride Aircraft Rental

$400

$800

Checkride Examiner Fee

$1200

–

$1200

Dual Flight Instruction (PA-30)

$475

$7125

FAA Written Exam

$175

–

$175

Ground Instruction

$75

$750

Mult Engine Add On Total

$9875

How it Works

How to Earn Your Multi-engine rating.

01

Complete multi-engine ground training.

Begin ground training to learn the complexities of multi-engine aircraft systems, aerodynamics, and performance, equipping you with the knowledge needed for multi-engine flight training.

02

Gain proficiency in multi-engine aircraft.

Train with a certified flight instructor in a multi-engine aircraft, focusing on handling differences, engine-out procedures, and asymmetric thrust. Develop skills essential for safe and efficient multi-engine operations.

03

Pass the multi-engine practical test.

After completing the required multi-engine training, take the practical test (checkride) with a designated multi-engine pilot training examiner. Showcase your ability to manage a multi-engine aircraft safely and confidently to earn your multi-engine rating.

Don’t just take our word for it

250+ Happy Flight Training Students

“Learning to fly with Blue River has been nothing short of outstanding! The staff are always so helpful and the instructors are on top of their game day in and day out.”
– Sebastian B.
Truly a phenomenal organization. These folks helped me obtain my private pilot license. I flew with several different CFIs and they were all great.
Thanks to their use of flight schedule pro, and the ability to schedule myself I was able to find times that worked for me and my busy schedule. Another great aspect is flying out of Palmer so much beautiful scenery all around. If you’re on the fence, just do a discovery flight.
– Daniel W.
Absolutely thrilled with my experience at Blue River Aviation! The instructors are top-notch. Their fleet of aircraft is well-maintained and up-to-date. The friendly staff and other students also helped me find a community and build long-lasting friendships while working on my private pilot license. I would highly recommend pursuing your training with Blue River Aviation.
– Tayler H.

Whats Next?

Ready to get your commercial license with Blue River?

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Still Have Questions? Keep scrolling for our FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions, Answered

It largely depends on how proficient you are in a single engine aircraft, prior to beginning your multi-engine training. For those students who are on a career path, moving quickly from instrument to commercial and now multi-engine, one can expect to be prepared for your checkride after about 10-15 hours of flight instruction.

A multi-engine rating enables you to fly aircraft that are significantly faster and more capable. Multi-engine time is also favored by future employers, making it valuable for students working towards a career as a pilot.

Many of the students who come here have received previous training somewhere else. We are happy to help you finish up your journey to becoming a multi-engine pilot.

While you can technically begin multi-engine training right away, most students pursuing a multi-engine rating are on a career path and have completed their instrument and commercial ratings first, with the multi-engine rating being a final stepping stone.

Yes, we train and fly year round! The summers in Alaska are amazing and offer plenty of good weahter and long days for training. Like anywhere you go there are days that we can not fly due to bad weather. In the winter we keep most of the planes in hangars and plugged in so they are warm and ready to go even on the coldest days.

cessna flying through the mountains of alaska

Don’t have your private pilot license yet?

Whether your dream is to earn your Private Pilot Certificate or you are planning to eventually earn advanced ratings, this step is the most fundamental toward becoming a professional pilot. It is the basis upon which all your flight experience and advanced training will be built upon.

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Our Fleet

The best airplanes in the business.

Blue River Aviation is proud of our expansive fleet. We provide aircraft for a wide variety of training. These include: Technologically Advanced Aircraft (TAA), Complex, Floats, Skis, Tailwheels, and Multi-Engine. Go check out the Blue River fleet!