Becoming a commercial airline pilot in the US runs $90,000 to $125,000 in tuition, plus another $12,000–$15,000 in FAA checkride fees, gear, and study materials. Costs depend on whether you start from scratch or already hold a private pilot certificate, and whether you train at an integrated academy or piecemeal at a local flight school. … Read more — How Much does it Cost to Become a Pilot