Hi there, Aspiring Pilot! We bet you have many questions and concerns when it comes to deciding to become a future pilot. That’s why we’ve created this page that compiles frequently asked questions by young aspiring pilots alike!
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Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) is the highest level of certification an aircraft pilot can have. A pilot can only undergo ATPL training if he or she is already...... Know More
A Commercial Pilot License (CPL) means you have finished both Student Pilot License (SPL) and Private Pilot License (PPL) training. You are now legally allowed to get paid... ... Know More
A Private Pilot License (PPL) is a type of license wherein you can legally fly an aircraft solo or with other people. Private pilots are trained to navigate small aircraft by themselves. While people may seek the license...... Know More
Difference between Modular Pilot Training and Integrated Pilot Training. – In Modular Pilot Training, you can train at your own pace compared to Integrated Pilot Training which has a full-time curriculum...... Know More
Instrument Rating is a type of rating that will train a pilot to fly while relying solely on the instruments inside the aircraft. Since a pilot can fly solely on the basis of the aircraft’s instruments...... Know More
It depends. It depends on what pilot license you want to have and where you want to fly. There are 3 types of Medical Certificates: Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3... ... Know More
Yes! You can be a pilot even if you are wearing glasses or even contact lenses as long as your vision is 20/20 when you are wearing one. Many people are saying that pilots need to have an “eagle eye”...... Know More
Yes, it is possible to become a Pilot if you are colorblind. But it depends on the colors that you can and can’t recognize. In the past, even the most minor cases of colorblindness would prevent one to become a Pilot...... Know More
If you’re thinking about becoming a commercial pilot, the first step is to get a Class 1 medical certificate. Before investing money in a flight training program or signing a contract with an Approved Training Organization, first make sure that you are mentally and physically fit to fly.... ... Know More
A medical certificate is a document that proves that the applicant is physically and mentally fit to become a Pilot. There are three kinds of Medical Certificates: Class 1, Class 2, and Class 3. Class 1 Medical Certificate is the highest level of certificate and allows maximum privileges. This certificate will allow you to be a Captain...... Know More
In most countries, the basic educational requirement for you to have is you should be high school diploma. Some flight schools may require you to have a certain garde in specific subjects like Math and Physics in high schools...... Know More
Here are some of the pilot licenses that you can have: Student Pilot License (SPL, Private Pilot License (PPL), Commercial Pilot License (CPL), Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL)... ... Know More
If you want to become a Pilot, you need to possess these basic requirements: - You must be at least 16 years old..... Know More
English is the international language of aviation. Pilots are required to speak, understand, write and read in English as one of their job requirements. Having one universal language assures that...... Know More
To get a Student Pilot License (SPL), you must be at least 16 years old. If you’re learning how to fly gliders or balloons, you can get an SPL at 14 years old. If you want to fly as a hobby or for leisure, you need to have a Private Pilot License and you can get one at 17 years old....... Know More
To get a Commercial Pilot License (CPL), the whole course usually takes around 3 – 9 months to complete. The first 2 – 3 months will be allotted for the CPL ground school classes...... Know More
Yes. It is possible to do your pilot training while also attending to another job, business, or other commitments. It depends on the pilot training route that you want to take. You can choose between Modular and Integrated Pilot Training...... Know More
Pilot training is one of the most amazing jobs in the world. But before you become one, it will take a lot of time and dedication from your part. It usually takes around 12-18 months to go from zero up to receiving your Commercial Pilot License...... Know More
Here are some of the pilot licenses that you can have: Student Pilot License (SPL), Private Pilot License (PPL), Commercial Pilot License (CPL), Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL). The process of getting these pilot licenses may vary depending on where you are planning to do your pilot training and the route that you will choose (Modular Pilot Training or Integrated Pilot Training)...... Know More
The first thing you need to do if you want to get a student pilot license is to decide what kind of pilot license you want to have, decide what and where you want to fly. The rules for getting a pilot’s license differ depending on...... Know More
There are many pilot jobs you can apply for aside from being an airline pilot. An airline pilot is the most well-known pilot job in the world, which is why this is the path most aspiring pilots go for...... Know More
There are numerous career paths for a Commercial Pilot. Here are some of the career options after getting a Commercial Pilot License (CPL): Airline Pilot, Cargo Pilot, Charter/Air Taxi Pilot, Corporate or Business Aviation Pilot...... Know More
A Private Pilot License (PPL) is a type of license wherein you can legally fly an aircraft solo or with other people. Private pilots are trained to navigate small aircraft by themselves. While people may seek the license for hobby or sport reasons, a PPL is the first major milestone on the road to becoming an airline pilot...... Know More
Obtaining a Commercial Pilot License already allows a pilot to start earning from the profession and build a career to get paid as a pilot. There are many Pilot Jobs for you to choose from, but as long as you have your CPL...... Know More
With an Airline Transport Pilot License, you can already fly in different types of aviation sectors. Each job would have a specific set of requirements and qualifications. But with your ATPL, you would already have...... Know More
English is the international language of aviation. Pilots are required to speak, understand, write and read in English as one of their job requirements. Having one universal language assures that misunderstandings/communication problems will be avoided...... Know More
If you want to become a Pilot, you need to possess these basic requirements: – You must be at least 16 years old to get a Student Pilot License – You must understand, speak, read, and write in the English language...... Know More
Yes. It is possible to do your pilot training while also attending to another job, business, ot other commitments. It depends on the pilot traning route that you want to take. You can choose between Modular and Integrated Pilot Training. Modular Pilot Training is more flexible of the two...... Know More
Pilot training is one of the most amazing jobs in the world. But before you become one, it will take a lot of time and dedication from your part. It usually takes around 12-18 months to go from zero up to receiving your Commercial Pilot License...... Know More
The first thing you need to do if you want to get a student pilot license is to decide what kind of pilot license you want to have, decide what and where you want to fly. The rules for getting a pilot’s license differ depending on the type of aircraft you fly. You can choose among airplanes, gyroplanes, helicopters, gliders, balloons, or airships...... Know More