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After the checkride

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Add the commercial certificate

after the checkride

A commercial certificate enables a private pilot to be compensated for flying.

Even if you never accept a dime in payment, however, learning the maneuvers required for the checkride—such as chandelles and lazy eights—can be a fun and practical way to improve your flying skills.

AOPA Flight Training staff
AOPA Flight Training Staff editors are experienced pilots and flight instructors dedicated to supporting student pilots, pilots, and flight instructors in lifelong learning.

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