Future Airline Pilot Knowledge Hub
Future Airline Pilot Knowledge Base
The place to come when you want an answer
Welcome to the future airline pilot knowledge base!
Becoming an airline pilot can seem a long way off, especially when you don’t know where to start and there’s so much confusing information out there! That’s why we have created this knowledge base featuring articles, news and even podcasts that will help you on your journey. You might also like to check out our future airline pilot FAQ page, which you can find here.
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Embracing Diversity and Equity in Aviation
Embracing Diversity and Equity in Aviation: A Crucial Commitment for Commercial Pilots Aviation has historically been a field dominated by a specific demographic: white men, comprising around 90-95% of pilots in the industry. However, the landscape is changing, with airlines increasingly recognising the importance of diversity and equity in their
Cadetship applications – Top Tips!
Soaring Above the Competition: How to Shine in Your Airline Cadetship Application If your dream is to become an airline pilot and you’re considering applying for prestigious programmes like the Speedbird Academy, you’re not alone. These opportunities are highly sought after, and competition can be fierce. But fear not, because
Short Haul Life
Life as a Shorthaul Airline Pilot: Navigating the Skies Closer to Home By Andrew Neofytou, Founder of Flight School Wingman When it comes to careers that allow you to take flight, few can match the excitement and challenges of being a shorthaul airline pilot. Drawing from my years of experience
Long Haul Life
Life as a Longhaul Airline Pilot: Navigating the Skies and the Challenges By Andrew Neofytou, Founder of Flight School Wingman When it comes to careers that allow you to soar to new heights, few can compare to the exhilarating and adventurous life of a longhaul airline pilot. As someone who
Jumbo-sized dreams
Photo credit Chris Muir @airbusslave There can be few passenger aircraft more iconic than the mighty jumbo 747 – an engineering marvel and one of the most successful airliners ever built. I’ve flown some amazing aircraft in my career and would love to fly the 747, but for me, that
Gliding – it’s the closest you can come to being a bird…
Photo credit – Clement Allen Photography Whether you are an aspiring airline or military pilot, flying gliders is such a great way to get into either career. Flight School Wingman would wholeheartedly recommend it for so many reasons, but in no particular order, it helps develop: teamwork, leadership, airmanship, weather
Birds of War!
If you’re looking for some inspiration on your journey to becoming an airline or military pilot, then this podcast is a “must listen”! Featuring former Red Arrows pilot Mike Ling and current airline pilot Andy Durston, who both fly warbirds on their days off! Have fun listening to this awesome
Women in Aviation International – redraw the balance
Did you know that just 5-10% of professional airline pilots worldwide are female? In this inspirational and empowering podcast, we speak with four amazing female aviators going through their flight training in Arizona with CAE Oxford. Essential listening for men and women out there. Check it out! “Fear kills more