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
Joe explains how becoming an airline pilot is all he's ever wanted
George Jarvis21 Jul 2020
Posted in: pilot training, learning to fly, integrated pilot training, INTEGRATED COURSE, cadet, why be a pilot, fatpl
Lewis shares how he has found his flight training so far, including his experience of ATPL Theory during the lockdown
George Jarvis29 Jun 2020
We spoke with Integrated student Lewis, who has just finished his time in Ground School. He spoke to us about his experience with learning remotely during quarantine and his motivation for becoming a pilot.
Posted in: pilot training, learning to fly, integrated pilot training, INTEGRATED COURSE, cadet, why be a pilot, fatpl
Liam offers advice to those embarking on their pilot training
George Jarvis28 Aug 2019
Posted in: pilot training, learning to fly, integrated pilot training, INTEGRATED COURSE, cadet, why be a pilot, fatpl
University - is it really for you?
Alexandra O'Loughlin16 Aug 2018
Why not swap a class room and 3-4 year course, for flying lessons and just 18 months of study?
Is flight training the alternative to university you've not yet considered?
Posted in: Insider, university, Pilot jobs, INTEGRATED COURSE, be a pilot, CLEARING
Ryan explains his journey to becoming a pilot at FTA Global
Charlotte Berrystone23 May 2018
We spoke to Ryan whilst he was completing the final stages of his training. He chose to enrol on our UK-based Integrated Flight Deck Programme.
Interestingly, Ryan had not always set out to become a pilot. Having turned down the opportunity to do a Private Pilot's Licence when he was younger, Ryan had embarked on a degree in the US.
Throughout the interview, it was clear that Ryan is a very level-headed, committed student with a real passion for flying.
Posted in: become a pilot, LEARN TO FLY, INTEGRATED COURSE, be a pilot, flying, exam preparation, pilot training cost uk, cadet, Cadet Story
Living the Spanish Dream
Alexandra O'Loughlin31 Aug 2017
Fresh from completing his first Progress Test at our Satellite Campus in Teruel, Spain, we spoke to our student Aman Khanal about his journey so far and what is next in store for his training:
Posted in: integrated pilot training, become a pilot, INTEGRATED COURSE, be a pilot
University - what's the alternative?
Alexandra O'Loughlin09 Aug 2017
Look to pilot training for an exciting alternative to university…
If you’ve not got the A’Level results you expected then please do not be despondent. Maybe there is an alternative to university you've just not considered yet?
The path to university is likely to be one you’ve considered since completing your GCSEs, and it can be an exciting adventure. The downside is, of course, the cost and the competitive graduate job market.
Pilot training could be the alternative you perhaps never considered. You don’t need to be an expert in aeronautics, an air cadet or have a degree in Mathematics. The pathway to becoming a commercial pilot has never been more straightforward. So before you head into the stress and panic that characterises ‘clearing’ perhaps take a step back and consider a completely different option.
The entry requirements for pilot training at FTA are as follows:
- 5 GCSEs (including Maths and English)
- 2 A’Levels (preferred but not required)
- be aged 18 or above
- Possess an EASA class 1 medical certificate
Posted in: Insider, university, Pilot jobs, INTEGRATED COURSE, be a pilot, CLEARING
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