One of the most asked questions from both those aspiring to be pilots as well as people just interested in aviation is: Do airline pilots always fly the same airplane? No, although pilots do usually fly the aircraft model(s) they are trained for, they do not always fly the same actual airplane. Let’s take a look below at some of …
There is a lot different information out there on if pilots are allowed to wear glasses or contact lenses. Many people who want to someday become a pilot but wear glasses or contacts wonder if they will be disqualified from the job. So, can airline pilots wear glasses or contact lenses? Yes, airline pilots can wear glasses as long as …
The popularity of tattoos has exploded in recent years. Once upon a time tattoos were only something that a very small percentage of the population would ever got. These days people from all walks of life commonly have tattoos. This not only includes people getting tattoos in places that are well hidden from the public, but people also getting inked …
Have you ever wondered why most pilots are clean shaven? Maybe you’re considering a career as a pilot but also love facial hair. Well, this is a very common question. Airline pilots are generally not allowed to have beards or any facial hair below the lip as a safety precaution. Some airlines allow pilots to have a beard up to …
What are the perks and benefits of an Airline Pilot? Being a pilot is one of the most respected occupations in the world. To most people, airline pilots are just shy of being super heroes. They get to do something very difficult that most people dream of, are well respected, and get to wear that incredible uniform. Being a pilot …
A common question that people who want to become pilots have is: Is a college degree required in order to be an airline pilot? Many people would love to be a pilot and are willing to go through flight school/training but do not want to spend 4 years earning a college degree. So, is it a requirement of the job? …
Welcome Learning to fly can be very expensive. Depending on your goals and the type of license or certification you need, you can expect to pay as little as a few thousand dollars or as much as $100,000. These costs includes all the flight training you’ll need as well as other expenses you might need to cover like ground school, …
A common questions people have when considering which pilot’s license is best for them is what the difference is between a recreational pilot’s license and a sport pilot license. This is a great questions since these two licenses have a lot in common as well as some differences. The difference between the recreational pilot license and sport pilot license is …
