Become a Commercial Pilot: Take Control of Your Aviation Career

✅ Real World Pilot MasterClass. Fly coast-to-coast and learn real-life pilot decision-making, ATC, weather, and cross-country ops.
✅ Multi-Engine Add-On Course (AMEL / MEI). Master multi-engine maneuvers, systems, and checkride prep for your commercial or MEI rating.
✅Aircraft Systems Course. Understand your aircraft inside and out—hydraulics, electrical, fuel, flight controls, instruments, and more.
✅ Commercial Pilot Checkride Prep BootCamp. Walk through each ACS item with clear explanations, flight maneuver tutorials, and mock oral scenarios.
✅ Commercial Pilot Oral Exam Walkthrough. Gain confidence with real examiner-style questions and step-by-step responses to help you stand out on checkride day.
✅ Crosswind & Soft/Short Field Mastery. Dial in the finesse you need to fly precisely and land professionally in all conditions.

Built by Professional Pilots, for Professional Pilots
Our founder is a former airline pilot, ATP, CFI, and A&P mechanic with thousands of hours in real-world flight instruction. We've turned years of experience into a practical, streamlined system that works.
Learn on the Ground, Fly Like a Pro in the Air
With focused online prep, you’ll save time, money, and stress in the airplane. Our courses are designed to eliminate confusion and help you get checkride-ready faster.
Built for Career Progression
Whether you’re going Part 135, airline-bound, or building time as an instructor, we give you the edge to fly with purpose, precision, and confidence.
Most commercial students spend over $7,000 earning their certificate and many retake their checkride due to gaps in preparation.
We’re here to change that.
With FLY8MA, you’ll follow a clear, efficient path to success. Our commercial training helps you avoid wasted flight hours, reduce frustration, and accelerate your progress toward becoming a professional pilot.
You’ll train smarter, pass faster, and step into your next cockpit with confidence and credibility.


Jon is a CFI, CFII, MEI, ATP, AGI, A&P, and the rest of the alphabet. After working his way up to becoming an airline pilot, he made the decision to turn back to flight instructing as a way to give back to the aviation community.
Over the years, Jon has led flight schools from Florida to Alaska, dedicating countless hours to developing training programs and mentoring the next generation of pilots.

"From Zero to Hero"
"Fly8ma took me from Zero to Hero, I came in with absolutely no aviation knowledge and in a few weeks I finished Private Pilot ground school and started flying. The lessons are perfect. You go over each lesson topic, then watch entertaining but information packed videos that explain exactly what you just learned. Jon and the other CFIs are always there to answer all the questions I’ve had with quick responses. I’m excited to use Fly8ma for all my future ratings.."
- Kai A.


"He's a Great Teacher!"
"I never have personally meet Jon but I’d love to some day!
His YouTube videos are amazing. When I was doing my ground School and came up against something I didn’t understand I’d always go to fly8ma.com and watch a video about it. Then I’d understand!
Hes a great teacher!
Thanks Jon!"
- Blake M.


"The Best Online Courses I Have Taken"
"The private pilot ground school course is one of the best online courses I have taken.
The information is timely and Jon has a very presentation style to keep you motivated and interested to continue learning.
I highly recommend this course."
- Scott A.

Yes, this course is intended for pilots who already hold a Private Pilot Certificate.
Yes! We include full prep for your AMEL add-on if you’re going multi.
Absolutely. Complete the required quizzes and receive your endorsement for the written test.
Yes, you can message a real CFI anytime for help and guidance.
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