We spoke with Joe, who has dreamt of a career in aviation for as long as he can remember. He tells us how the location and UK-based training were major reasons why he chose FTA for his flight training. Joe offers advice for those considering pilot training in the future.
Cadet Stories: Joe
Charlotte Berrystone15 Nov 2022
Posted in: LEARN TO FLY, INTEGRATED COURSE, cadets, aviation courses, cadet stories
Cadet Stories: Kaveri
Charlotte Berrystone10 Mar 2022
We spoke to Kaveri this week who is currently on our Integrated Flight Deck Programme. Kaveri explains what it's like being a female pilot in the aviation industry and why she chose FTA as her flight training provider.
Posted in: cadets, International Women's Day
Cadet Stories: Kate
Charlotte Berrystone09 Mar 2022
Kate takes us through her motivation to become a pilot and her experience training.
When did you decide you wanted to be a pilot? What was it that first sparked your interest in aviation and becoming a pilot?
Posted in: start pilot training, cadets, Women in Aviation International
Cadet Stories: Will
Charlotte Berrystone23 Feb 2022
We caught up with FTA student Will who recently completed his PPL with us. Will explains about his love for aviation and discusses his pilot training journey.
Posted in: cadets, cadet stories
Cadet stories: Dan
Lottie Watt02 Jun 2021
We interview Dan who is a modular student at FTA and has trained throughout the pandemic. In addition to the following interview, we also have a video interview of Dan which you can watch here.
Posted in: FTA, cadets, why be a pilot, fatpl, pilot interview
FTA offers 3-year freeze on prices for ab initio modular students
Alexandra O'Loughlin26 Feb 2021
We are pleased to announce that we will freeze the price of our modular training for all ab initio students who embark on their PPL this year.
Should you choose integrated or modular training? Join the discussion...
Alexandra O'Loughlin23 Feb 2021
We know it can be tough evaluating all the training options available to you. That's why we've organised a special online discussion featuring students, past and present who will share their experience of modular and integrated training.
Posted in: integrated pilot training, modular pilot training, cadets, fatpl, zoom
George explains what hes enjoyed most and least about pilot training
Lottie Watt15 Feb 2021
We spoke to George who is currently midway through phase three of our integrated programme (so lots of solo navigation flights). We asked whether flight school has been what he expected and what he’s enjoyed most about the experience.
Posted in: cadets, flight training
Ben explains why he enrolled on a full-time course with fta
Alexandra O'Loughlin20 Nov 2020
Ben had planned to fly in the military but the realisation that he would need glasses as a teen, meant reconsidering his options. Already familiar with handling adversity, Ben made a positive decision about his pilot career.
Early inspiration
Posted in: cadets, commercial pilot, cadet stories, UCAS
International Women's Day 2020
Charlotte Berrystone06 Mar 2020
Join us to celebrate the significance of International Women's Day - 8th March 2020.
Established in 1911, this day is a focal point for the movement of women's rights. Just as we will celebrate the achievement of men on 19th November, today we are taking time to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women and most notably, pilots.
Posted in: cadets, female pilots, airline pilot, flight training
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