Do you dream of pursuing a career as a commercial airplane pilot? While this career path may appear intimidating to achieve, it is a path that many people consider. Our admissions team is frequently[…]
Private vs. Commercial Pilots: Salary, Duties, and Job Differences
Aspiring pilots have one thing in common, passion for flight. Becoming a pilot can be a promising and fulfilling career path for those with a passion for aviation and the desire to fly. However, when[…]
Have you ever wondered what sets private pilots apart from commercial pilots? From the type of aircraft they fly to the level of training and certification required, the differences between the two[…]
As you gather information about how to begin your flight training, we want to help you understand the differences between attending a flight school with its own flight instructor employees versus[…]
How many flight hours do you need to solo?
Whether you’re excited or nervous about your first solo, there comes a time in flight training that requires sole occupancy of the aircraft for the very first time. Whether it takes 20 hours or 30[…]
While many people are interested in working as a professional pilot especially in light of the pressing demand for pilots in areas of the industry such as the airlines, most people don’t know the[…]
Whether you’ve been dreaming of becoming a professional pilot for quite some time or have recently become interested, it is important to know exactly how many years it will take to complete flight[…]
Women in Aviation: Past, Present and Future
If you were to board a plane three decades ago, more times than not your pilot would have been male. Today, there is a higher chance that at least one of your pilots or even the captain will be a[…]
Quick answer: Yes, women can be pilots, and they have been flying powered aircraft since 1908. However, prior to 1970, most women were limited to support roles or private aviation. In 1973, the US[…]
Pilot License Types and What They Mean
Pilot licenses, or more correctly titled certifications, are issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to pilots who have completed the required flight and ground hours for a rating as well[…]