"We all say that we are certain Martyn built aviation in his back garden. He has an incredible amount of knowledge that you can tell he enjoys passing on to others. No question in the classroom is ever left unanswered and he is always happy to explain in that extra bit of detail if you’re finding it hard to understand something" - Chloe, FTA Student.
Meet Martyn - FTA's Theoretical Knowledge Instructor
Charlotte Berrystone04 Mar 2021
Posted in: pilot, instructor, interview, atpl theory
How can I train to become a Flight Instructor?
Alexandra O'Loughlin04 Feb 2021
Have you ever considered training to become a flight instructor but not known where to start?
This guide aims to help you understand the training required to become a flight instructor, including the opportunity for development, the hours and salary you can expect to earn.
Posted in: instructor, flight instructor rating, CFI
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
Why work as a flight instructor?
Alexandra O'Loughlin14 Jun 2019
Before our Flight Instructor Pablo went off to pastures new, he agreed to complete quickfire Q&A for us. Pablo was a great asset to the company and really enjoyed his time teaching FTA students. His responses offer great insight into 'why to get into flight instruction'.
Posted in: become a pilot, be a pilot, instructor, flight instructor
James explains what motivated him to pursue his career as a (now Chief) Flight Instructor
Alexandra O'Loughlin12 Dec 2018
For many of our pilots, the desire to pursue a flying career started as a childhood dream and ambition. That’s certainly true of James, our Chief Flight Instructor. James’s flight training ultimately led him down an unexpected path when his instructor suggested that he trained to teach.
Posted in: instructor, flight instructor, flight instructor rating, CFI
The #10 skills and qualities you need to be a good flight instructor
Alexandra O'Loughlin03 Oct 2018
Have you ever been curious about what skills and abilities are required to become a flight instructor? Perhaps you've never given it a second thought, our suggestion is that you should.
Posted in: flight instructor training, instructor, flight instructor, FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR JOB, flight instructor rating, careers
Ana, worked as a Flight Instructor before joining AirBaltic
Charlotte Berrystone02 Aug 2018
Ana, a qualified Flight Instructor turned pilot explains what life as First Officer for airBaltic is like, and how she and her partner make it possible to both work as pilots and still enjoy a happy family life.
Why did you want to be a pilot?
Posted in: Pilot jobs, women in aviation, instructor, pilot trainnig, flight instructor, female pilots, why be a pilot, careers, youhaveit
Apply for our funded 'Instructor upgrade' programme
Alexandra O'Loughlin25 Jan 2018
Recruiting high-calibre Flight Instructors is a significant issue for all Approved Training Organisations (ATOs), especially in the current climate where the airline industry is seeing exponential growth and experiencing an unprecedented demand for pilots. With airlines recruiting at their greatest levels in decades, Flight Instructors, (who are typically highly experienced and qualified pilots), are getting snapped up for First Officer roles.
The direct consequence of which is a distinct lack of qualified Flight Instructors. Flight Instructors are generally only able to teach a maximum of 4 full-time students per annum so if ATOs are to keep up with demand they will need a number of basic and advanced instructors to deliver the training.
Posted in: instructor, flight instructor, why be a pilot, flight instructor rating
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