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By Andy Vevers 02 Nov 2023 6 min read

What it’s like to be a Ryanair mentored student pilot

Hi I m Emanuel Hurjui and I am a student on the MTU BSC in Global Business Pilot Studies and a Ryanair Mentored Student Pilot based in Ireland training to become an airline pilot I will take you throu...

By Jennifer Cairns 19 Sep 2023 7 min read

Exploring Unconventional Pilot Careers: From Crop Dusters to Air Ambulance Pilots

When most people think of pilots in the UK they often envision those who operate commercial airliners or oversee general aviation However the United Kingdom also boasts a range of unconventional and l...

By Jennifer Cairns 19 Sep 2023 6 min read

The Evolution of Technology in UK Pilot Operations

The realm of aviation has seen remarkable advancements in technology over the years and the United Kingdom has played a significant role in pioneering and adopting these innovations Pilots in the UK h...

Pilots and First Officers in a cockpit learning

By Jennifer Cairns 12 Sep 2023 5 min read

3 of the hardest parts of being a new First Officer (that you won’t hear about in flight school)

This article comes from one of our Captain friends at Pilot Bible who has been a Captain for a major airline and is now dedicating his time to supporting Pilots through his blog and other ventures Wit...

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By Jennifer Cairns 09 Aug 2023 5 min read

How I Completed University and Became a Private Pilot Within Three Years

Meet Helin Sorgucu a Modular Trainee Pilot at Skyborne Airline Academy Helin is years old and originally from South London Since I was a little child my greatest ambition has always been to become a c...

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By Jennifer Cairns 02 Aug 2023 5 min read

Top Tips for UK Pilots to Ace Their Type Rating

Passing your type rating as a pilot is a crucial milestone in your aviation career The type rating is a specialized training program that equips pilots with the necessary skills and knowledge to opera...

By Andy Vevers 27 Jul 2023 6 min read

International Day of Friendship: Ex-Pilot shares their story on working in aviation with their best friend!

As July takes flight we eagerly anticipate the arrival of a day that exemplifies the very essence of harmony and collaboration - the International Day of Friendship on July th Within the aviation indu...

By Jennifer Cairns 20 Jul 2023 5 min read

Mastering Aviation Theory Tests: 7 Essential Tips for Success

Passing aviation theory tests is a crucial step towards becoming a certified pilot These tests require comprehensive knowledge attention to detail and effective study strategies Whether you're a stude...

By Archana Bhattacharya 06 Jul 2023 6 min read

10 Strategies for New Pilots to Build Flight Hours

If you have decided to become a pilot we are here to tell you that it can be a life-altering experience Flying passengers across the globe with an office above the clouds not to forget the spectacular...

Senior First Officer at DHL in the B777 cockpit

By Jennifer Cairns 15 Jun 2023 5 min read

How I became a Senior First Officer at DHL

Meet Shane Senior First Officer B at DHL Where did the dream start for you As a kid I grew up under the flight path of an airport in Brazil and always used to make the time to watch the airliners comi...

By Andy Vevers 05 Jun 2023 6 min read

The Challenges I Faced on my Journey to Flight Deck

What challenges did I face on the flight deck My name is Joanne Jordan nickname JoJo and I'd like to share with you my experience as a pilot in the aviation industry which I've been fortunate enough t...

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