What education do I need to become a professional pilot?

The simplest answer is you need a 4 year college degree and flight training up to a commercial pilot license. A four-year degree will go a long ways so it is important you get a degree. Airlines like to see 4-year degrees and many require them, but the actual degree can vary. They do not […]

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Flight School Evaluation Form

Picking the right flight school is one of the most important aspects for become a professional pilot at any level.  This becomes the building blocks that everything else is built upon.  So taking the time to find the right school is worth every minute you might spend. Even a couple of days spent finding the […]

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Great Aviation Lies

I was cleaning out my office last weekend and came across this old poster.  I made me laugh enough I had to put it back up in my office.   Here it is And if you can’t read what it says here are the greatest aviation lies:

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Technology makes flight training safer

Aviation has at all times been very safety conscious. The main role of the aviation authorities is to make certain safe aircraft movements and also operations at all times. This at the same time includes flight training. In the seventies, air carriers would certainly train and educate their own staff utilizing real aircraft, practicing circuit […]

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Become a Pilot

Get Your Free Learn to Fly Pilot Videos Impress your friend family and even the Airlines with these super simple learning to flying techniques From: Devin Murray 3:14 PM Hi, My name is Devin Murray and I’ve made a few “learning to fly” and “professional pilot” videos I’d like to send you. Just enter your […]

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Best chance to become pilot after getting aviation degree

First let me say getting an aviation degree is a great way to become a professional pilot.  The knowledge and background you gain will be invaluable to you as you move forward in your career.  This background knowledge is one of the key reasons military pilots are so favored by the airlines.  By understanding how […]

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Why I love my life as a pilot

Today was one of those days that reminded me why I love being a pilot so much and the schedule. The weather finally turned nice again in Ohio, it has been down in the 50’s with rain for over a week.  Today was up in the 70’s to 80’s great weather.  And this is where […]

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How to Become a Pilot in the United States

Human flight has always been one of mankind’s archetypal dreams. This article provides useful information for anyone who is thinking about learning how to fly. More specifically, the information presented here provides the steps you need to know in order to become a certified Private Pilot in the United States. There are many reasons to […]

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It is not just you

On a  blog, one author shared one of his experiences as a corporate pilot and a flight instructor. He revealed how he loved talking with his passengers. He loved the conversations and the relationship he has with them. He was always asked about his knowledge about flying. Just like with a lot of other pilots, […]

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If you’ve been caught for a DUI, does that completely disqualify you from becoming a pilot?

Yes and Maybe. According to the FAA it does not disqualify you from become a pilot.  You will need to tell the FAA about it, but a one time occasion  is not an issue with them.  For more on exactly what you need to tell the FAA talk to your medical examiner or the FAA […]

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