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Multi-engine rating training in Miami

Add twin-engine privileges to your pilot certificate. Multi-engine experience is required for airline careers and opens the door to the Multi-Engine Instructor rating.

AMEL

Airplane multi-engine land class rating

Add-on

To Private or Commercial certificate

No written

No FAA knowledge test for the add-on

PA-30

Piper Twin Comanche

The rating

Fly with two engines

The multi-engine rating lets you act as pilot in command of airplanes with more than one engine. Training focuses on aircraft systems, performance and safely handling an engine failure at any phase of flight.

Most career pilots add the rating at the commercial level, often alongside the Career Pilot Program.

At a glance
Multi-Engine Rating
PrerequisitePrivate or Commercial certificate
MedicalMatches the certificate you hold
Minimum hoursNo FAA minimum, proficiency based
FAA examsPractical test only
AircraftPiper PA-30 Twin Comanche
Training stages

How multi-engine training works

A short, focused program that builds from systems knowledge to engine-out mastery.

01

Systems and performance

Learn twin-engine systems, weight and balance, performance charts and critical speeds.

02

Normal operations

Fly normal and short-field takeoffs and landings, maneuvers and stalls in the twin.

03

Engine-out procedures

Practice engine failures in every phase of flight, Vmc demonstrations and single-engine approaches.

04

Checkride preparation

Fly a mock checkride with your instructor, then your FAA practical test.

Why add multi-engine

Experience that employers look for

Airline requirement

Airline and charter jobs require multi-engine experience.

MEI pathway

Earn your MEI and log multi-engine time while you teach.

Better airmanship

Engine-out training sharpens decision making in any aircraft.

Short program

A focused add-on that fits easily into your training plan.

FAQ

Multi-Engine FAQ

What pilots ask before adding a twin rating.

There is no FAA minimum for the add-on. Training is proficiency based, and an advisor will give you a realistic estimate based on your experience.

No. Adding a multi-engine class rating to an existing certificate requires a practical test, but no FAA knowledge test.

Most career pilots add it at the commercial level so the checkride covers commercial standards. Your advisor will recommend the best timing for your goals.

Yes. Multi-engine time is valued by airlines and charter operators, and many pilots build more of it as Multi-Engine Instructors.

Admissions

Add twin-engine privileges

Request information and an advisor will plan your multi-engine training around your current certificate.

Free advising session
Get your personal training plan
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