Last weekend we ran our final open afternoon of the summer. These events were organised with the sole aim of informing aspiring pilots everything they need to know about life as a pilot.
That's a wrap - the last event of the summer was a massive success!
Alexandra O'Loughlin27 Aug 2021
Posted in: FTA, integrated pilot training, pilot, commercial pilot, 2021, pilot training in 2021
Our top 5 reasons to enrol on our Integrated Flight Deck Programme (FDP) this year
Alexandra O'Loughlin25 Jun 2021
We were delighted to welcome our new FDP students on 21 June. It really is a fantastic time of year to start. With covid-19 cases and hospitalisations on the decrease, our students can enjoy the closest thing to a 'normal' training experience that's been possible for over 12 months.
Our classes are small, and students are socially distanced in lessons, and flight operations. With theoretical instruction delivered onsite, students can enjoy interactive classes with in-person student engagement and create friendships that will last a lifetime.
With our June enrolment complete we now look to our September start date which is 20th of the month. September has always been the most popular month to enrol on our integrated course. Students have spent the last 13 years in class, like to make the most of their summer holidays. Read on for our ‘top five reasons to enrol on our FDP’ this year:
Posted in: FTA, pilot, start pilot training, 2021
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
Sussex-based flight school announce record-breaking flight total for second consecutive month!
Alexandra O'Loughlin25 May 2021
Last year, the UK weather was amazing, and 2021 has been no different. In the past two months, our students have collectively accumulated the highest number of flying hours the company has ever seen. The total hours for March and April 2021 were double that of the same time last year - and indeed the summer of any year!
Posted in: FTA, integrated pilot training, commercial pilot, 2021, EASA
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.
Do I need a degree to become an airline pilot?
Alexandra O'Loughlin27 Aug 2020
We speak to lots of students who are undecided about whether to pursue their dream of becoming an airline pilot - despite it being a dream from a young age.
It is not uncommon to hear students question whether they should first pursue a degree, on the basis that they 'want something to fall back on'.
A degree has a lot of value, but it is not required to embark on your pilot training. Read on to learn more about how you may identify whether you have what it takes to become a pilot.
Posted in: FTA, university, integrated pilot training, modular pilot training
Becoming a pilot was a childhood dream for Hannah
George Jarvis03 Mar 2020
Hannah has recently become a pilot for Lauda. Hannah completed her training by what's called as the 'modular route' complete each flight phase it its entirety, back to back. We were fortunate to get to know Hannah when she enrolled on our MEP, ME IR ME CPL course package (advanced flight training).
Posted in: pilot training, FTA, pilot, Cadet Story, flybe, flybe pilot, youhaveit
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
Sarah explains how and why she became an instructor
Charlotte Berrystone19 Sep 2019
Ibiza DJ - turned commercial pilot Sarah is one of FTA's longest serving employees. Sarah has worked at FTA as an instructor since the beginning where she is popular with all students and staff. She took time from her busy schedule to share her advice for those considering the career.
Posted in: FTA, become a pilot, instructor, flight instructor, why be a pilot, interview, youhaveit
5 top tips to prepare yourself for becoming a pilot!
Alexandra O'Loughlin04 Jun 2019
1. Research the industry
Before you decide if you want to become a pilot, it is important to research the realities behind this career path. Try to immerse yourself within the aviation world. You can do this by visiting different airfields and airports, and researching the flight schools who provide your desired training programme – most flight schools offer a tour around their campus where you can visit the environment you would be training in and ask any important questions you may have. Try to attend careers shows such as Pilot Careers Live, visit school comparison sites such as Pilot Network and subscribe to lots of aviation news blogs; this will help you to stay on top of all the current issues and trends within the world of aviation. You could also book a ‘Trial Flying Lesson’ to experience what it’s really like to be in control of an aircraft.
Posted in: pilot training, how to become a pilot, learning to fly, FTA, finance, pilot, pilot school, atpl training, Cadet Story, commercialpilottraining, fatpl
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