How to Become a Pilot?!🧑🏽✈️🛩
Part 2: Find a flight school! How do you find a suitable flight school in your region? Find my advice below! 💡
We are all in different parts of the world, with different backgrounds and there are very many flight schools worldwide. The best option for one person may not be the best option for another. Follow the 3 steps below! ⤵️
Step 1: Do research! I can’t emphasise enough how important it is to do research online. Search on Google for flight schools in your country or region. Compare the price for Integrated ATPL courses or modular courses. All flight schools have to comply with the standards of the local Aviation Authority, so the courses will be similar and the licence you get after finishing the training, will be the same for all schools in the country. What you do need to think about is future employment possibilities. Some flight schools are preferred supplier to certain airlines. This could be very useful, as it is quite difficult to find a job as a pilot straight after finishing flight school (with no airline experience). However, some flight schools ask a lot of extra money because they have relationships with airlines. It depends on your budget, but keep in mind that paying a lot extra does still not guarantee a pilot job. 🔒
Step 2: Visit pilot career fairs and open days of flight schools or get in contact with flight schools directly. Before signing any contract, it’s best to visit the flight school and let them show you around. Ask all the questions you have, they will be happy to answer. Ask them especially about their selection progress and entry requirements‼️ (See the previous video (1/10) for more info) ✅
Step 3: Compare flight school costs with your budget. Can you afford the Flight School cost? If not… Find out if there ways to get a student loan with a bank or with the flight school itself. In TOMORROW’s post I will give some alternative options for people who want to become a pilot but don’t have the financial resources. 💰
If you have any questions, feel free to ask them. The path towards becoming a pilot may seem difficult, but believe me: Once you start flying, it will be SO worth all the effort!🤩
