1 year ago I was finishing up my first type rating course and since then, time has flown. I have certainly been flying, and at the time of writing I have a little over 500 hours in the Airbus and have had many memorable experiences along the way. I’m still continuously learning all the time, and in this guide I …
How to Save on Modular CPL Training in the UK
If I were to go about getting a commercial pilots license (CPL) again in the UK. I would aim to structure my flight training in the following way. My flight training was a bit varied as I was training for both EASA and UK licenses after Brexit in different ATOs. I made a lot of mistakes with my training …
How to Choose an Aviation Headset for Flight Training and Beyond
Aircraft can get loud. If you’re going to fly anything, especially with a piston engine. You will almost certainly need a good headset to protect your hearing and allow you to communicate clearly. Initially to begin, almost any flying club or school will provide you with a headset to borrow for free or a fee. However note that, the quality …
Top YouTube Channels for Pilots in Training
Youtube has been an absolute gold mine for me during my pilot training and my airline job where learning is a continuous process. Here are a list of channels that have helped me at various stages of my journey. 1. Iron Birds Iron Birds have over 140 videos to help you on various topics and are especially good for the …
Obtaining Dual UK and EASA CPLs: How and Why I Got Both?
For many aspiring pilots based in the UK who are thinking of getting a commercial pilot’s licence, they’ll soon be faced with the choice of getting only a UK CAA licence or obtaining an EASA licence well. This guide is more relevant for aspiring pilots based in the UK, or Europeans who have the right to work in the UK, …
The Top 8 iPad Apps that Helped Me Get Through Commercial Flight Training
Here’s a list of my 8 favourite applications that have helped me greatly during my flight training. To anybody thinking of becoming commercial pilot or who wants to fly for fun. I highly recommend checking them out if you haven’t already done so. Apps on my iPad mini Skydemon – The app that that I simply would not like to …
How I passed the CAA ATPL Exams in Under 3 months
As a newly qualified pilot who has recently finished all of his training via a modular route, this is going to be my first post showcasing what I learnt on my ATPL journey. I wanted to share some tips and advice that would’ve hugely helped me when I began my modular CPL journey over 2 years ago. I’m writing this …