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.
FTA offers 3-year freeze on prices for ab initio modular students
Alexandra O'Loughlin26 Feb 2021
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
Cadet stories: Dan
Lottie Watt07 Dec 2020
We spoke to FTA student Dan about his experience as a cadet.
Posted in: pilot, be a pilot, cadets
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
The positive predictions continue for the aviation industry...
Alexandra O'Loughlin19 Dec 2019
Each year market experts publish a report on their predictions for the aviation industry. Amongst all the Brexit uncertainty you could be forgiven for taking a ‘wait and see’ approach to forecasting what employment prospects will be and the impact on your training.
Posted in: employment rate, FTA, cadets, flight instructor, flybe pilot, ryanair pilot
FTA graduate Demetris offers an insight into his journey to becoming a pilot
Charlotte Berrystone26 Nov 2018
Completing
our Modular CPL IR course with us just last week,
Demetris explains to FTA what made him become a pilot, his journey to where he is and his plans for the future. When he is not studying and training, he is working on his YouTube channel -
Great Flyer Aviation which has nearly a quarter of a million followers. He regularly posts videos of his journey and has a massive fan base.
Posted in: modular pilot training, cadets, why be a pilot, interview, Cadet Story
Meet our team of experts at Pilot Careers Live
Charlotte Berrystone05 Oct 2018
The Pilot Careers Live event is held at the Sofitel, Heathrow Terminal 5, in November and April each year and this one promises to be better than ever as it is extended over two days!
Hundreds of prospective pilots attend the event in a bid to get expert advice from airlines, industry professionals and Europe's most prominent flight schools.
Friends of FTA get a special rate on their tickets - you need only quote FTA18 when you place your order online: http://bit.ly/2DYXYNU
Posted in: News, become a pilot, be a pilot, flying, pilot careers live, pilot training, cadets
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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