Taking to the skies - Alessandro Naibo

Alexandra O'Loughlin26 Mar 2018

For many people, the love of aviation starts at a very young age. This could not be more true for FTA Modular graduate Alessandro who, at the age of just 23 years old, has already achieved his dream of becoming a Commercial Pilot. Here we spoke to him about his training and early experiences flying the line for Europe's largest airline, Ryanair:

Posted in: modular pilot training, atpl training, why be a pilot, Cadet Story

What is the best way to get your frozen ATPL?

Alexandra O'Loughlin14 Mar 2018

Integrated Flight Deck Programmes

If you want to complete your training in under 2 years and can access the funds to pay £87,950 over 18 months then this is absolutely the right option for you.

The quicker you can complete your training, the quicker you can apply for roles within airlines and start work as a First Officer. Students that choose this route are typically able to fund this with finance from parents, inheritance, secured loans – or a combination of the above.

With FTA you pay for your course in equal instalments. For example, if you were to enrol on FTA's 2021 Integrated Flight Deck Programme today, you would pay an initial payment of £10, 000 and the remaining balance over 18 months.

The course fee includes all your airport fees, uniform, eBooks, instruction, tests and flight time. The only items you need to fund separately are any repeated phases, and tests. Your accommodation is funded by you too, although support is given to find the right arrangement for you whether it’s a student house, hotel, hosted family or apartment. If integrated training is not viable for you, you can elect to study on a modular basis and it is practical.

Posted in: modular;, integrated pilot training, modular pilot training, cost of pilot training, why be a pilot

Bucks visit to Fta

Charlotte Berrystone08 Mar 2018

We had a very busy Wednesday this week with a visit from students of Bucks University. FTA forged a partnership with the university in 2014, which has successfully grown over the years. In the last 4 years we have welcomed a number of Bucks University students who have gone on to complete their modular training, at various stages within our flight school.

Posted in: News, pilot school, be a pilot, cadet, why be a pilot

International Women's Day - why are only 3% of pilots female?

Alexandra O'Loughlin08 Mar 2018

Estimates from the International Society of Women Airline Pilots (ISA) in 2015 suggested that there were about 4,000 women pilots worldwide that's just 3%. Another estimate, by easyJet, puts the balance at 5%, with 6% of its own flying staff female.

Posted in: cost of pilot training, female pilots, aviatrix, cadet, why be a pilot

Ryanair announces exciting cadet sponsorship programme

Charlotte Berrystone07 Mar 2018

Ryanair have just announced some exciting news - a new sponsored type-rating programme!

Posted in: airlines, Pilot jobs, start pilot training, become a pilot, flying, cost of pilot training, cadet, why be a pilot

Childhood dream becomes a reality for trainee pilot, James

Alexandra O'Loughlin06 Mar 2018

FTA Cadet James, explains how his training to become a pilot has been a dream since childhood. James is currently in the final phase of his training and has just started his Instrument Rating.

James is unusual in that he chose to complete a high level of qualifications prior to embarking on his training and has a Masters in Aeronautical Engineering. To start your training you need to have at least 5 GCSEs including English and Math.

A'Levels are not required but preferred, but any academic qualifications, or extra research and reading you do will assist with your training. More information about entry requirements can be found here.

Some people are daunted by the academic demands of pilot training but for James it was the cost. The media often publish attention-grabbing deadlines which suggest that pilot training costs over £100,000.

This is simply not the case and FTA's UK-based integrated pilot training programme, (which James enrolled on) currently costs £77,950. You can save further money still by enrolling on Option A of FTAs Integrated Pilot Training Programme which costs £63,950.

James, pictured above helping at Pilot Careers Live.

Posted in: pilot trainnig, pilot training cost uk, cost of pilot training, cadet, why be a pilot, Cadet Story

What to expect from your pilot medical - the facts

Charlotte Berrystone05 Mar 2018

In order to undertake flight training and become a pilot, you will require a UK issued EASA Class One Medical Certificate. Before paying any money towards a flight programme and signing any agreement, you must see if you meet the required standards and are fit enough to fly. Obtaining your EASA Class One Medical Certificate should be a priority.

Posted in: Q&A, FTA, become a pilot, cadets, why be a pilot, medical

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Taking to the skies - Alessandro Naibo

What is the best way to get your frozen ATPL?

Integrated Flight Deck Programmes

If you want to complete your training in under 2 years and can access the funds to pay £87,950 over 18 months then this is absolutely the right option for you.

Bucks visit to Fta

International Women's Day - why are only 3% of pilots female?

Ryanair announces exciting cadet sponsorship programme

Childhood dream becomes a reality for trainee pilot, James

FTA Cadet James, explains how his training to become a pilot has been a dream since childhood. James is currently in the final phase of his training and has just started his Instrument Rating.

What to expect from your pilot medical - the facts

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