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Both the Guild of Air Pilots and Navigators and the Royal Aeronautical Society receive many enquiries requesting advice and information about a career as a pilot. Captain Ralph Kohn, with the help of a committee of very experienced pilots has produced an informative booklet on the subject. This covers almost all aspects, from the qualities required of a potential applicant, through the selection process and training for both military and civilian pilots. This publication has been updated (2006)
and is available from the Guild Offices. You
need to send a large letter envelope (see sizing guide in post offices), self
addressed with 70p stamps (first class) or 60p stamps (2nd class) to
cover postage.
GAPAN / EPST AIRLINE PILOT SELECTION GAPAN and EPST (European Pilot Selection and Training) recently completed a joint survey of airline expectations and requirements for the employment of low hour commercial pilots. A representative sample of ten UK airlines ranging from large scheduled carriers, regional operators to charter airlines was asked to complete a seven question survey. Seven airlines (70%) completed the survey form. The results of this survey will give you an idea of what these airlines are looking for in a potential candidate.
THE GUILD & APTITUDE TESTING FOR POTENTIAL COMMERCIAL PILOTS The Guild has been instrumental in designing and arranging aptitude tests for potential airline pilots. Read about the scheme.
"Power + Attitude = Performance, A Personal View on the Qualities Required to Succeed in Basic Flying Training for the CPL / IR" by Daniel Fonseca The purpose of this report is to provide guidance to the aspiring trainee pilot on the personal qualities needed to succeed in a course of study leading to the award of a CPL/IR. Guidance for facing and overcoming the many psychological challenges along the way will be given based on the author’s experience. Part one has been written at the stage where Ground School has been completed, instrument flying in single engine aircraft is well underway but the demanding twin-engine conversion and the Instrument Rating Test are still far away. Part two of the report aims to provide some “food for thought” to the newly qualified pilot seeking employment with a UK airline. The advice is based on experiences obtained after completing a JAA Integrated ATPL Course in June 2003. Links to other useful websites are included at the end. The views expressed are the author’s only Various scholarships and bursaries are available annually for pilot training funded by the Guild |
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