Restrictions regarding travel and study have meant that we've all had to think creatively about how we may practically, 'keep calm and carry on'. We're grateful that we have been able to implement measures which have enabled us to stay largely open and operational throughout 2020. We have continued to enrol both modular and integrated students over the last 12 months and have even added new programmes to our list of options.
Are you looking for a school for your hour building?
Alexandra O'Loughlin01 Feb 2021
Posted in: pilot school, hour building
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
Five fantastic things to do with your private pilot licence (PPL)
Emily Clayden05 Jun 2018
Congratulations! If you’re reading this blog post you must have obtained your Private Pilot Licence, so well done. Now is your chance to take full advantage of your wonderful achievement and do these 5 fantastic things…
Posted in: pilot training, PPL, pilot, flying lesson, pilot school
Kamil explains how he's just secured a job with a commercial airline after completing the BESTPILOT programme
Alexandra O'Loughlin02 Apr 2018
When did you decide you wanted to become a pilot?
I was about 6. The seed was planted when I learnt there was a pilot in my family two generations back flying in the 1950’s! I made a entirely committed decision to become a pilot after my A-Levels when I identified Bucks New University offered Air Transport Management with Airline Pilot Training degree.Posted in: university, airlines, pilot school, become a pilot, flying, cock pit, cadet, why be a pilot, Cadet Story
Bucks visit to Fta
Charlotte Berrystone08 Mar 2018
We had a very busy Wednesday this week with a visit from students of Bucks University. FTA forged a partnership with the university in 2014, which has successfully grown over the years. In the last 4 years we have welcomed a number of Bucks University students who have gone on to complete their modular training, at various stages within our flight school.
Posted in: News, pilot school, be a pilot, cadet, why be a pilot
Optimise your concentration and performance levels for ATPL Ground School
Alexandra O'Loughlin23 Dec 2016
Read through our top tips for optimising your concentration and performance levels during your pilot training:
Posted in: pilot training, FTA, pilot school
Advice and tips for completing your ATPL Theory
Alexandra O'Loughlin23 Dec 2016
We hear so often how students are put off completing their ATPL theory or dread the seemingly insurmountable amount of work it entails.
Posted in: pilot training, News, pilot school, atpl, exam preparation, prepare
Pilot training was just a dream for Yak
Alexandra O'Loughlin30 Sep 2016
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Yak, pictured here on his first day at FTA. |
I joined the air cadets at aged 13. You get to fly about once a year and that was my first experience of flying. My first time flying it was in a Grob Tutor and the instructor asked: “so what do you want to do?” and I replied “I want to do aerobatics” and we did it. It was out of this world! Flying at that stage however, was not a realistic option, we are a normal family so it seemed as though it was always going to be a dream. Then, when I was 14 I heard about a scholarship at the local airport. Cotswold airport offer a two-week flying scholarship each year for 10 lucky candidates. |
Posted in: pilot training, how to become a pilot, pilot school
Live life to the full and follow your dreams
Emily Clayden30 Sep 2016
FTA Graduate, Chris Metcalf explains how he funded his pilot training and was able to pursue what was once just a dream. As he looks to the future, at roles within airlines, he reflects on what he has accomplished despite some painful setbacks in his youth.
Posted in: pilot training, how to become a pilot, learning to fly, FTA, integrated pilot training, airlines, pilot, pilot school
How to choose the right commercial pilot training school - FTA
Rosie Williams10 Mar 2016
Jonathan Candelon, Managing Director of FTA, presents important tips when looking for a flying school.
Flying is one of the most rewarding, exhilarating and enjoyable experiences you can have. But with so many commercial pilot training schools out there, how do you find the right one for you? The best way to choose a school is to go and visit. Each school offers a different training environment and facilities, plus the courses may vary in terms of structure. Decide which course you want to do, research and asks lots of questions. But before you arrange your visit, here are some other things to consider.
Posted in: modular;, pilot training, integrated pilot training, pilot school
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