Pilot Career   January 1st, 2010

“THE PILOT CAREER”

 

Becoming a pilot is a childhood dream of many children, which some times even carried to adulthood. However, very few people actually pursue a pilot career. The main reason for this the cost of becoming a pilot.

 

Those who are lucky enough would get selected to a military pilot career or one of the very few civilian sponsored programs with an airline. Others have to find the money to train as pilot and get the necessary licences to pursue a commercial pilot career.
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How To Become An Airline Pilot   December 25th, 2009

Being an airline pilot is fun, but it is pretty hard work too. Since safety is vital in the aviation industry, airline pilots have to undergo a lot of training, exams and check flights in order to keep the various skills required sharp and up to date. Even a captain of a 747 will have to undertake various exams and flight checks several times a year.

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