Inflight Pilot Training

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Over the past few years, airlines have been aggressively recruiting pilots to address a global pilot shortage, offering increased salaries, signing bonuses, and pathway programs. However, as economic conditions fluctuate and airlines reassess their staffing needs, some have paused or reduced hiring. Why Are Airlines Reducing Hiring?

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AV Web

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

When I became an airline pilot at the beginning of 1979, the training classes and flight decks were male only clubs. How would you feel if you were one of the first three women flying for an airline and had to live on the flight decks I described? I gave tons of type rating, and ATP check rides in that box.

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Ask a Flight Instructor

JULY 24, 2024

so recently I made the biggest mistake of my life and was arrested for a DUI. I’m just curious where my life is about to go from here do I change my career all together or is there even a chance for me to keep trying to build my time? I’m currently a CFI and have about 850 hours.

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Air Facts

JANUARY 22, 2025

I went into the office and informed them of the out-of-date VOR check and a mechanic took the airplane up while I was doing the oral portion of the checkride to complete the VOR check. The examiner was gracious and realized that, being over 55, I did not have plans for commercial flying and certainly not airlines (ATP).

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Air Facts

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Airline Pilots Continuing education is required for airline pilots. Check airmen are used by the airline industry to perform recurrent checks, proficiency checks, and line checks. All airline pilots attend annual recurrent training that includes ground school and simulator training that requires an evaluation.

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Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

These programs offer an immersive, structured training path that is often in partnership with the airlines. Key Takeaways Cadet pilot programs offer a path to becoming an airline pilot with guaranteed employment. Training quality varies between programs, with major airlines offering better resources. Join a major airline.

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Flight Training Central

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

The opposite of private carriage is common carriage which requires a Part 119 authorzation (Air Carrier Certificate) issued under Part 135 for charter operators or Part 121 for airlines. Scenario 3: You’ve just completed your checkride and earned your Commercial pilot certificate.

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Northstar VFR

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Note: For clarification purposes, this article discusses the actual Commercial Pilot rating, not specifically being a Commercial pilot for an airline. Skillset The ACS (Airmen Certification Standards) dictates to what standards that specific rating’s checkride will be conducted. However, you can NOT be paid for your service.

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Air Facts

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

A Big Surprise from a FAA Inspector Air Facts Journal The FAA employs Air Carrier Operations Safety Inspectors to oversea airline operations. Our passenger flight was getting a checkride from the FAA. At the time of this flight, I was Chairman of the Airline Pilots Association Training and Standards Committee.

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Pilot Institute

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

If you dream of flying small airplanes on weekends or piloting commercial airliners with hundreds of passengers, you need certain pilot licenses to reach your aviation goals. If you want to take your friends and family flying or become an airline pilot, start your aviation journey with this license. Checkride : $400-$600.

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Northstar VFR

APRIL 21, 2024

By Jordan Bullock CFI, Boeing 737 Pilot Traditionally, becoming a Certified Flight Instructor (commonly abbreviated as CFI) has been a required step to build hours before inevitably leaving for a coveted airline gig. So, knock out that Commercial checkride, and hopefully in a relatively fast timeline, start on the CFI prep.

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Northstar VFR

MAY 26, 2024

Even airline pilots make this a regular practice when seeking a new type rating or preparing for recurrent training. Picturing yourself executing an emergency procedure, holding altitude, saying a readback correctly to ATC, and passing your checkride will create confidence when you’re actually flying in the air.

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Air Facts

MAY 15, 2024

A related point is that flight training isn’t something you can fake; there are real checkrides and real consequences for not meeting standards. Good luck cheating on the crosswind landing portion of your Private checkride, much less a type rating checkride. Flying clubs and airport events create a sense of community.

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Northstar VFR

JANUARY 21, 2024

All the countless nights of studying, memorizing the FAR AIM (save time by using the NorthStar pre-tabbed FAR AIM ), chair flying your maneuvers and endless stress over checkrides has finally paid off. You’ve been hired by a major airline and you can finally walk through the terminal at the airport in your flight uniform!

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Inflight Pilot Training

MARCH 30, 2025

Build Experience and Time Toward Advanced Ratings If youre thinking about: Getting your Commercial Certificate Becoming a Certified Flight Instructor Working toward your Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) License then instrument training is absolutely essential. Safety Focused Safety is the foundation of every flight lesson.

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Northstar VFR

JULY 7, 2024

What I thought I knew about flying when I first passed my CFI checkride is so much less than what I understand today after being a CFI for almost two years. Instructing has provided me a valuable opportunity to deepen my knowledge and be better prepared to fly professionally for the airlines. Light bulbs were going off left and right!

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Pilot Institute

JANUARY 14, 2025

The FAA requires a minimum of 40 flight hours for a PPL, but students usually take around 5570 hours before theyre ready for checkride. Exam and Checkride Fees When it comes to exams, there are also a couple of costs to keep in mind. The Practical Exam (checkride) can range from $500 to $800 , depending on the examiner and location.

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WayMan

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

” In this regard, we shall detail the various costs incurred during each stage of training, including airline pilot training cost, so you can be prepared for your aviation career. Students and International Students ( M-1 Visa ) $51,970 Airline Pilot Program – For U.S. All non-Us Citizens $99 / application Gov.

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Flight Training Central

MAY 3, 2024

There’s always more knowledge to be learned and studying to be done in preparation for your next lesson or even your checkride. Are you looking to make it a simple hobby, flying around with one friend within your local area, or are you looking to earn your spot flying big iron in the airlines?

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Northstar VFR

JANUARY 28, 2024

If they’re about to head off to the airlines, they probably won’t be the best option for you. What’s their student checkride pass rate? If a lot of students have failed their checkrides after training with them, this is an immediate red flag! Students do fail checkrides at times, and for a variety of reasons.

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Fly Areo Guard

JUNE 7, 2024

If you’re at all immersed in the aviation industry, you might have heard about the Designated Pilot Examiner shortage and how it’s impacting students in flight training and individuals becoming commercial airline pilots to begin their professional careers.

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WayMan

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate: The highest certification, necessary for airline pilots. Purpose : Required for airline captains and first officers in commercial airlines. Purpose : Paid flying jobs, including charter services and banner towing. Minimum Age : 23 years. Flight Hours : 1,500 total hours.

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Air Facts

DECEMBER 18, 2024

High-Tech One Upmanship Air Facts Journal I flew for United Airlines from 1986 to 2015, thus ending a 29-year airline career of dedicated service to my employer. The translation of this saying is that when an airline pilot goes for recurrent simulator training and check ride, failure meant losing ones job if he or she failed the test.

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Northstar VFR

APRIL 28, 2024

After flying for over half a decade and counting, I have gotten a grasp of the life of a pilot from student to airline pilot. Certified Flight Instructor Becoming a Certified Flight instructor is a difficult road and it gets even more difficult after the checkride. However for me, like many, it was a job and my main source of income.

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Northstar VFR

AUGUST 11, 2024

By Leslie Caubble, CFI/IGI When I began flight training, I had no intention of flying for the airlines or becoming a flight instructor. The standards for slow flight on a Private Pilot checkride are: maintain the specified altitude, ±100 feet; specified heading, ±10°; airspeed, +10/-0 knots; and specified angle of bank, ±10°.

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Pilot Institute

JULY 3, 2024

The FAA issues several different pilot licenses, from student pilot to airline transport pilot. Your examiner will test you on these skills during your checkride. The test consists of an oral exam and a checkride, which an approved DPE will conduct. Checkride You carry out the checkride in the aircraft.

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Air Facts

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Our experimental C172 proved itself capable of demanding flight training missions, with both private and commercial pilots training and successfully passing their FAA checkrides in our V8-powered C172, at a fraction of the cost compared to using stock C172 aircraft.

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CFI Academy

AUGUST 16, 2024

Earning a CFI certificate is a strategic move for many aspiring commercial pilots, as most aviation careers, especially those in commercial airlines, require a significant amount of flight time. To become a Certified Flight Instructor, you must meet the following basic requirements: Be at least 18 years old by the time of your FAA checkride.

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Northstar VFR

AUGUST 25, 2024

Every airline/operator must establish a Continuous Airworthiness Maintenance Program (CAMP). Knowledge of these inspections is a required element to pass a checkride. The FAA mandates a minimum number of maintenance checks and inspections to be performed to assure that aircraft are functioning to standards and safe for passengers.

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Pilot Job Central

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Unlock your pilot career with airline pilot cadet programs. Whether you are aspiring pilot looking to kickstart your aviation career or a recent flight school graduate, modern airline pilot cadet programs can be a fit for your pilot career goals. Table of Contents What is an airline pilot cadet program?

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Fly Areo Guard

JULY 15, 2024

When it came to conquering checkride nerves, she dedicated time to studying, preparing, praying, and trusting her training and instructor. As she overcame challenges, she goes back to the community she established and how their support, study groups, and constant encouragement helped get her through those challenges.

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Northstar VFR

JULY 28, 2024

From picking a flight school to how many hours you can work as an airline pilot, the FAR AIM has all of the answers. As a student you should become extremely familiar with the contents of part 91, not only to pass your checkride, but so that as the pilot in command (PIC) you can make smart, safe decisions about your flight.

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Northstar VFR

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

By Leslie Caubble, CFI/IGI Youre walking through the airport terminal and see the airline pilots strolling by with a Starbucks in hand and rollaboards in tow. As we know, the grass isnt always greener on the other side, and the airline or freight pilot life isnt for everyone. You might think to yourself, Wow, thats the life!

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Northstar VFR

APRIL 11, 2024

By Ally Melick, CRJ Pilot, CFI, CFII, MEI Over and over you hear on the news about a pilot shortage and how over the next few years thousands of pilots will be hired by the airlines. However, if you are planning on continuing your training and working at the airlines you will eventually need a first class medical.

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Northstar VFR

MAY 16, 2024

You may be an experienced, instrument rated airline pilot, but if you’re planning a cross-country flight in a single engine aircraft with a basic panel, you may be limited on the conditions that you can safely fly in. Revisit your minimums and keep them in mind as you gather information for your weather briefing.

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Flight Training Central

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

Airline pilot requirements and mandatory retirements have significantly impacted the pool of eligible candidates and, in many cases, have left flight departments at a shortage of qualified applicants. But there are multiple pathways to consider if the airline flight deck beckons.

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Air Facts

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Like so many of us who were CFIs when we were younger, I have ex-students who are captains at major airlines, a few who fly “mister big” all over the world, and one even who is a well-known figure in aviation journalism, although he might scoff at my putting him on such a pedestal. Not in the aviation world of today. What has happened?

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