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SubjectDate Asked
fresh pilot reqruitments2/7/2012
  Q: I graduated from Egyptian Aviation School with PPL,CPL,and ATPL frozen. I have 200 hours in single ...
  A: Congratulations of graduation. That is an amazing accomplishment. So based what you saying you do ...
MBA in Aviation1/10/2012
  Q: I am a Bsc(Aviation) student looking forward to MBA in Aviation Management. Could you please help ...
  A: Jobs that you can apply with an MBA are various. But essentially it will give you an adventage in ...
mechanical engineer1/8/2012
  Q: i just finished my mechanical engineering degree and i am willing to head to aviation field in ...
  A: Any airline would like to see an mechanical engineer on their stuff. Fact is that airlines do have ...
Foreign Student Training9/24/2011
  Q: I'm a high school student in Botswana doing my last year and I'll have my results next year ...
  A: I do not have much experience with Emirates Collegies. But they do have an web site where you can ...
pilot career9/14/2011
  Q: I am a British citizen and I have just started training to become a pilot with British Airways and I ...
  A: That is actually possible but first you have to bid LAX or other station and you have to get that ...
typerating8/11/2011
  Q: sir i am cpl holder with multiengine rating ,please suggest me aircraft for typerating to grab a ...
  A: Type on A320 is definitely nice option, although either B737 or A320 is also an nice option too. I ...
confusions in the way of my goal7/17/2011
  Q: ... i have completed my 12th in commerce stream and want to be a pilot i have cleared my medical ...
  A: That is tough question. Although the my only preference would be quality and price. I do not know ...
getting started7/9/2011
  Q: I'm about to start my junior year of high school and I want to be a pilot. I've been researching the ...
  A: Sory for delay on question but as an pilot I do go all around places, sometimes where there is no ...
to become a commercial pilot5/29/2011
  Q: what should be height and physical fittness and other requirements to become an commercial pilot
  A: Sorry But I do not have information about Poland medical requirements for commercial pilots. ...
Hello Sir.4/16/2011
  Q: "I am a young boy from Ethiopia. who is burning for the search of full aviation/aeronautics ...
  A: Your first step I would do if I am in your position, I would complete mechanical engineering college ...
Hello Sir.4/15/2011
  Q: "I am a young boy from Ethiopia. who is burning for the search of full aviation/aeronautics ...
  A: That is very impressive that you started building your own airplane. That is very common here in ...
need info regarding becoming a commercial pilot2/19/2011
  Q: .i want to get my cpl done abroad like usa or new zealand or singapore so plz tell me which is the ...
  A: there is numerous flight schools in USA. I mean literally dozens. Some of the b training iggest ...
need info regarding becoming a commercial pilot2/17/2011
  Q: .i want to get my cpl done abroad like usa or new zealand or singapore so plz tell me which is the ...
  A: Pilot training in either of those coutries are respectable, I am sure in that. However, training ...
pilot requirement1/18/2011
  Q: can the pilot wear the spectacles ?
  A: Of course, in actuality majority of pilots actually do wear glasses. In modern world today almost ...
Requirements for a pilloting course12/26/2010
  Q: I have always dreamt of being a pilot and i want to fulfill my dream.so kindly please tell me what ...
  A: I am glad that you always had dreams to become a pilot. Long time ago I had same dreams. That is ...
Graduating in fall with a Aviation Degree and needs a job.12/8/2010
  Q: for a job he will be graduation with a degree in aviation and can fly single engine aircrafts. He ...
  A: Before I can give you advice and suggestions for your boyfriend I need more info. What kind of ...
Aviation Project12/2/2010
  Q: I am in my final year of Bachelors ( Aeronautical engineering) and I have to submit a project work ...
  A: There are numerous subjects that you can do paper on Airprots... Area for Airport paper could be: - ...
Aviation Project12/2/2010
  Q: I am in my final year of Bachelors ( Aeronautical engineering) and I have to submit a project work ...
  A: You have numerous subjects that you can cover in aviation safety, I mean numerous...I will try to ...
Aviation+Air Force11/26/2010
  Q: i am a senior in high school and applying to colleges. i want to become an pilot for the air force, ...
  A: I would suggest you to start taking flight lessons toward your private pilot license, and some ...
caribbean pilot friend11/23/2010
  Q: My question is in regards to an old post which you answered about your friend flying in the ...
  A: Updated answer Hi Chris, sorry for delay but this system was down few days ago, when I wrote ...
Regarding CPL10/2/2010
  Q: I want to ask you that Which is the best training school for getting CPL? I am from India and I have ...
  A: It is not under different name, just different department. OK this is link from Presscot AZ flight ...
Regarding CPL10/2/2010
  Q: I want to ask you that Which is the best training school for getting CPL? I am from India and I have ...
  A: there are numerous flight schools in USA, majority of them they do nice job. There is some few ...
Regarding CPL10/1/2010
  Q: I want to ask you that Which is the best training school for getting CPL? I am from India and I have ...
  A: It really depends where are you located. I do assume that you are located in India. You see in USA ...
can i have a scholarship.............................9/3/2010
  Q: sir/ ma, am a Nigerian who want to partake in aviation studies but unable to finance myself, so i ...
  A: Sorry I do not have an academy...I am an professional pilot and advisor on this web site, regarding ...
Heli Maintenance training7/31/2010
  Q: Im looking for an Aviation Maintenance training program (A&P ?) at a school located in Arizona, that ...
  A: I do not have sources for AZ. Although A&P programs all around USA are assebmled to introduce you in ...
Helicopter mechanic experience7/27/2010
  Q: I am interested in becoming a helicopter mechanic. I live in So. California and I understand that ...
  A: That is correct, Orange County is the one of the best schools for an A&P no doubt. That is an nice ...
Heilcopter mechanic field5/22/2010
  Q: TX. I'm interested in working on helicopters. I wanted some tips on how to pursue this field. I did ...
  A: Good question Coleman, Once you done with your A&P license I would start searching all local ...
AME5/15/2010
  Q: Sir, i am am pursuing aircraft maintainance engineering, and now i have found that i have little ...
  A: that should not be creating you any problems, as you are not required to take medical exams, like we ...
Careers: helicopter mechanic5/14/2010
  Q: Good day, i write you because i would like to do the Aviation A&P Airframe Powerplant program to ...
  A: In USA there is numerous institutions where you can obtain training for an A&P license. Depending on ...
Where is the best place to study Aviation?3/27/2010
  Q: ..I'm a 16 year old boy who is still in high school, and i want to fly planes.....but i have to do a ...
  A: I am going to be honest. I do no have any information about Botswana, unfortunatelly. I am in USA ...
Query Regarding Frozen ATPL & CFI Rating3/17/2010
  Q: I am a FAA CPL holder , done my training in California,USA. From last few month i m searching for ...
  A: OK, first you have to see what kind of rating you have FAA/JAA and focus on all regional, domestic, ...
Query Regarding Frozen ATPL & CFI Rating3/16/2010
  Q: I am a FAA CPL holder , done my training in California,USA. From last few month i m searching for ...
  A: OK Vinay, Let's exactly item by item what byou are asking. If I am correct your first part of ...
fighter pilot3/15/2010
  Q: im 16 and i want to be an air force fighter pilot. do u know if private flying hours are required ...
  A: That is good question. I had one of my students that actually get his PPL license with me because he ...
Clases to take to be a pilot2/17/2010
  Q: My question was would you recomend me taking engenering at high school would prepare me more for my ...
  A: In addition to engineering class, you should focus on Physics science (very important to understand ...
Clases to take to be a pilot2/17/2010
  Q: My question was would you recomend me taking engenering at high school would prepare me more for my ...
  A: Yes definetelly, if you got chance take engineering class. That will develop your inovative, ...
pilot training1/31/2010
  Q: do i need to take scince in college to become a pilot. can i become a pilot by taking commerce in ...
  A: I would strongly suggest science expecially physics. Physics is an major subjects that will be ...
career as pilot1/16/2010
  Q: I want to become a pilot, I want to know that what is the future of pilot in india, I've read that ...
  A: I have to tell you that India is the best place to work as pilot today. India has huge boom in ...
health requirments12/15/2009
  Q: i have a query about my health,as i have colour blindness but my eye sight is fine so, can i still ...
  A: depending where are you located. Generally in europe price for pilot licenses is significantly ...
health requirments12/15/2009
  Q: i have a query about my health,as i have colour blindness but my eye sight is fine so, can i still ...
  A: Completation of Commercial Pilot license will give you chance to work as an commercial pilot on ...
health requirments12/14/2009
  Q: i have a query about my health,as i have colour blindness but my eye sight is fine so, can i still ...
  A: Color blindness is serious issue for pilot. However in accordance with medical requirements and ...
pilot job12/10/2009
  Q: my friend has a commercial license for a 737 and was flying DHL, but he was out for medical for 1 ...
  A: Sorry but I do not have good news for you. As right now the economic downturn pressing more and more ...
Aspiring Pilot needs guidance10/26/2009
  Q: First off all, THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME! I can't tell you how much I appreciate any and all input ...
  A: Here your first dilemma is really up to you. If you are lookig for an airline pilot flying your ...
Becoming an air force pilot10/20/2009
  Q: I am an avarage student in my high school, I participated in basketball in my freshman and sophmore ...
  A: so you will be an gradute of high school soon, that is fantastic. It is true process for millitary ...
Pilot Career10/14/2009
  Q: my name is David and I'm 17 years old (18 soon). As I'm in my senior year now I am starting to ...
  A: about 14 years ago. I had to take paying for each of my flight hours either through cash or through ...
paths to become airline pilot10/14/2009
  Q: I wish to an airline pilot (female), and I'm graduating from pre-university education end of this ...
  A: There is too many questions here that I can answer in one shot. However, I 'll try to sublime all ...
new technology in general aviation10/2/2009
  Q: Can you advice some good new technology in general aviation. Can you suggest some technologically ...
  A: You have to be precise in what segment of technology improvements of general aviation. The general ...
VFR guide/handbook10/1/2009
  Q: I want to know your opinion about the visual flight guides/handbooks. Are such editions are ...
  A: Arina, either publication ,private or goverment AIS sould be an correct data source as long as they ...
mba aviation management9/30/2009
  Q: .i am currently doin my Bachelors in Aeronautical engineering.i would like to go for mba aviation ...
  A: Cograts with gradiation from BS in aeronautical Enginering from ERAU. I have graduated ERAU with BS ...
cpl holder9/29/2009
  Q: im 25 yrs old female from india. i finished my cpl with multieng.in july 09. i would like to know ...
  A: Congrats on your CPL multi-engine. That is fantastic accomplishment. If I do understand correctly ...
about airport management.9/27/2009
  Q: I am now doing my B.com(bachelor in business)so if we had our MBA in airport management and in which ...
  A: I am not sure in what country you are planning to work as airport administrator or management. I ...
airline pilot9/11/2009
  Q: .. the problem is is that last year when i was 17 i got arrested and commited and sentenced to a ...
  A: That is good question Vlad. I have a few of my colleeges has been arrested driving drank and managed ...
aviation requirements8/31/2009
  Q: 1. I want to become an aviation piolot and I wear glasses. What is the requirement? Also any other ...
  A: 1. There is no problems with wearing glasses. You have to have just correct glasses and be able to ...
About aircraft maintenance8/25/2009
  Q: I have a certificate in AIS (aeronautical information services),Currently working as AIS officer in ...
  A: Currently right now scholarships are available for aviation maintenence in USA but limited to USA ...
need guidance8/19/2009
  Q: I am a fourth year student studying in India.I am doing my B.Tech in electronics and ...
  A: An A&P is an Airframe and Powerplant License that giving you chance to work as an repairman of ...
need guidance8/15/2009
  Q: I am a fourth year student studying in India.I am doing my B.Tech in electronics and ...
  A: For avionics degrees it is pretty much streight forward. Here is deal, if you interested to work as ...
Re: Age limit for flying7/22/2009
  Q: ...I am 30 yrs and have just finieshed my BSc degree in Computer Science. However my passion is now ...
  A: That is really good and contriversal question. For a long time USA pilots had limitation with age 60 ...
airport management6/23/2009
  Q: sir,am doin my degree n hotel management.am planning to do mba in airport management.whether it wil ...
  A: it really depends from location of hotel. If hotel is located at airport, YES. But again you are ...
Continuing studies in the US6/11/2009
  Q: Im Sara Id like to find out what to do next to try and start my career in Aviation. Im a born and ...
  A: Ok you would like to continue your education in USA in the field of Aviation Management. If that is ...
Regarding MBA in Airport Management6/11/2009
  Q: "Hello Sir. I have got some question about pursuing MBA in Airport Management. * What is the scope ...
  A: Usual scope jobs with Airport Management degree are generally in airport management and airport ...
Aviation management6/9/2009
  Q: Avdic, I am 2009 passout Computer Engineer from India. So, 1) can I go through the aviation ...
  A: 1. Yes you can 2. No it will not affect choosing aviation. We do have all kind of professional ...
AVIATION6/7/2009
  Q: .. i will be finishing my BE(E&C) this month from India,i am very much interested in going into the ...
  A: Shrutin, I do not know what kind programs school teaching but that would be my first stop to find ...
AVIATION6/6/2009
  Q: .. i will be finishing my BE(E&C) this month from India,i am very much interested in going into the ...
  A: I have research some of web sites with avionics training in India and here is copy of an facility in ...
AVIATION6/5/2009
  Q: .. i will be finishing my BE(E&C) this month from India,i am very much interested in going into the ...
  A: You see I am in USA, and I do not know what kind of aviation electrnics tranining facilities you ...
What could i study?6/1/2009
  Q: im graduating after a week from high school. i still dont know which major i should go to. im ...
  A: I am glad that you are close to graduation. Cpngratulations on success. You see aviation is huge ...
air starters5/21/2009
  Q: could you please name 2 starting system for a gas turbine other than a APU thank you jamie
  A: APU stands for auxiliary power unit that is usually associatied with saving aircraft onboard ...
General Advice5/3/2009
  Q: What sort of qualifications are needed? If I went into a career with aviation, where could I receive ...
  A: Providing you are 14 years old or over, you can log all your flying towards the PPL course, although ...
pilot requirements4/30/2009
  Q: please guide me about the height, weight, and another essential requirements for a private pilot .
  A: here is the website that will give you in detail requirements for Second class medical exam that is ...
General Advice4/20/2009
  Q: What sort of qualifications are needed? If I went into a career with aviation, where could I receive ...
  A: In essence you should start your flight training as soon as practicable. Depends on your age you ...
Piloting.4/10/2009
  Q: Respected Sir, I'm Marlon Alvares,from Indian and am 16 yrs old in second yr junier ...
  A: Usually each academy is working with numerous number of foreign students. They will sponsor your ...
The MPL Training program4/9/2009
  Q: am considering the new MPL for flight training at Alpha Aviation Academy UAE (partnered with air ...
  A: Ok Ali, now I got picture. This is nothing new really,it is just differently known in USA. ...
The MPL Training program4/9/2009
  Q: am considering the new MPL for flight training at Alpha Aviation Academy UAE (partnered with air ...
  A: send me more info about program, please before I tell you if it is OK. Also include complete ...
Piloting.4/9/2009
  Q: Respected Sir, I'm Marlon Alvares,from Indian and am 16 yrs old in second yr junier ...
  A: This is pretty extensive question to answer in one shot, but I'll try the best. You are apsolutelly ...
The New MPL4/9/2009
  Q: am considering the new MPL for flight training at Alpha Aviation Academy UAE (partnered with air ...
  A: I have heard about Alpha academy and their contract with Air Arabia from their web site. However I ...
Aviation institutions in Germany3/18/2009
  Q: i would like to know about institutions that are offering aviation management and piloting courses ...
  A: I have found a few aviation instutions that are located in Germany. I would suggest first try to ...
My son's undecided2/24/2009
  Q: Greetings, My son is a high school senior and is considering a career in aeronautical. He's ...
  A: Embry Riddle Aeronautical University is THE BEST aviation college with highest quality for money ...
I need A sponceror to become a pilot2/14/2009
  Q: I am from a very poor family, I always wanted to become a pilot in my life, I have the passion and ...
  A: I know how you feeling, really. ong time ago I myself come in USA in order to complete my pilot ...
Low time aviation jobs1/20/2009
  Q: I recently got my single engine commercial pilots license and was planning on becoming a cfi but ran ...
  A: michael, you should try tow banning (excellent time builder), agricultural aviation is another time ...
Requirements12/15/2008
  Q: I'm currently on a brittish exam board (edexel), in high school studying A-level subjects. What are ...
  A: Answer on your question really depends. If you are trying to study in an English university or USA ...
Hi Sir12/5/2008
  Q: WITH REGARDS, S.Hariharan
  A: I have check the web site for your college. It is located in India. I do not have inforrmation about ...
Jet Pilot career - about laser surgery11/17/2008
  Q: I'm a 16 year old girl who wants to make a career as a jet pilot. However, my eyesight isn't 100 %. ...
  A: Having an contacts is no big deal for civilian Airline Pilot License in USA in reference to FAA ...
eligibilty in avation courses11/10/2008
  Q: Sir,I am from India My question is that i, being a commerce student, do qualify to become a ...
  A: Of course you can take training in europe at europian aviation universities. However, fact is if you ...
apply to embry riddles10/16/2008
  Q: i have completed my secondary school education and i am an African who always dream of going to any ...
  A: You have to be an university student in USA college first. Either enroll in an community college in ...
High School Courses...10/6/2008
  Q: i was wondering what High School courses are required to become a commercial pilot? To be specific, ...
  A: It depends in what you are located and what is your country requirement are manadatory for applying ...
Pilot exame tests9/17/2008
  Q: I'm good at most sports - top 5 in classe but not too bright at tests and exams. I feel I would ...
  A: Nesshead, I am glad that you drop me line. Here is the big truth. There is not cleaver and bright ...
Medical requirement for Being a cabin Crew8/19/2008
  Q: ANSWER: Color deficiency meaning Daltonism deficiency of recognition of red and green color is ...
  A: Cabin crew requirements are not that hard regarding medical problems. In essence I would not give up ...
Recruitment for Pilot Cadet8/18/2008
  Q: I would like to know which academy can take a foreign student on scholarship,because I have applied ...
  A: Samuel, Here is the thing that each airline has their own requirements for their cadets, and cadets ...
aviation8/17/2008
  Q: can a PPL(H) use the title Captain?
  A: That depends where you are located. Wording Captain really means who is the Pilot in Command (PIC). ...
about comercial pailot8/10/2008
  Q: my name is kunal my elgibity is 12th pass in comerse can i join a comercial pailot course?
  A: If I understand correctly you are in 12th grade and I do assume that you are in India? I do have ...
air line pilot8/2/2008
  Q: can you please give me a list of all the course you need to do to be come a airline pilot from start ...
  A: In short here is the list of courses that you will need to complete in order to become an airline ...
Age Requirement8/1/2008
  Q: Is there a maximum age limit on a pilot to be hired in any capacity on an international basis? ...
  A: OK age limit for an airline pilot in Europe and USA (from recently) is 65 year old. While corporate ...
pilot training7/26/2008
  Q: I am an undergraduate in one of d Nigeria university studying geology.I am now aiming to be a pilot ...
  A: That is fantastic job on degree in geology. You see I have not information about training ...
which course shud i choose6/30/2008
  Q: sir i hav completed my mech engg. and rite nw workin in a fab rication company4 over 8 months, i hav ...
  A: it is not clear to me what would you like to work in aviation field. Are you interested in an career ...
Information6/24/2008
  Q: Sir, I am Sahil Gupta & i have done B.E (Mech) but now i want to become a pilot is there any ...
  A: Sahil, I am based in USA, all information provided down are based on USA FAA requirements. Of ...
pilot career in india6/23/2008
  Q: .there..sir i want to become a commercial pilot..as it is my childhood dream...sir i have a problem ...
  A: Right now India is highest employer forpilots all over the world. You see economic aspect in India ...
Flying6/12/2008
  Q: I am only in Grade 10 at the moment but I am intent on becoming a pilot when I grow up, but ...
  A: Your eyesight is not problem to get any kind of pilot licne including profssional Airline Pilot ...
Career in Travel and Tourism6/12/2008
  Q: This pertains to my wife's career. She is currently pursuing her bachelor degree in Sociology. She ...
  A: This question is outside of my expertize. I do answer on question regarding airline pilot jobs, ...
flight training5/31/2008
  Q: i am from Egypt , final year medical student and i am dreaming to become international airline pilot ...
  A: In USA there is numerous flight schools that can provide you good training. However, There is at ...
flight training5/29/2008
  Q: i am from Egypt , final year medical student and i am dreaming to become international airline pilot ...
  A: I do have exoperience with flight schools in USA. But I do not have info about requiremenets nor ...
Possible Institution5/27/2008
  Q: iam an architect student at the Papua New Guinea University of Technology, just north of Australia. ...
  A: OK Daniel, I have not said that I do only answer to students that are US citizens. You have to red ...
BR symbol for Mist5/3/2008
  Q: why is BR used for mist. ANSWER: Judy, that is really good question. Unfortunatelly, I do not know ...
  A: as I promised I have reasearched little bit. It looks that background of word is coming from French ...
whats the difference betw a Bachelor in aviation mgmt and Bsc in aviation mgmt.4/29/2008
  Q: ..im really confused whats the difference betw a Bachelor in aviation mgmt and Bsc in aviation ...
  A: sometimes different collegies calling either as Bachelor of aviation Management, or Bachelor of ...
hello4/22/2008
  Q: Hey, I wanted to know a few things. I wanted to know how you make the transition from a flight ...
  A: Matt, That is really good question. True is that you will be hired as an First officer with regional ...
my medical condition4/17/2008
  Q: I'm desperate to be a commercial at any cost and i have shortlisted the flying school and all ...
  A: jason, 1, hernia is not problem. On aviation exam you can have hernia even without treatment as long ...
how do i start4/16/2008
  Q: and I want to become a law enforcement helicopter pilot and was wondering how i do that?
  A: the process is almost identically same as of getting helicopter pilot license normally. You will ...
Becoming An Airline Pilot3/17/2008
  Q: My Name is Jasper and i'm an Indian by nationality. but i reside in the United Arab Emirates, i have ...
  A: OK, in order to start with pilot training in USA as an foreign citizen, you have to go through TSA ...
career in airline courses after 12th (commerce)3/12/2008
  Q: sir, i wanna ask u about the various courses which i can do relatedto airline.i wanna complete my ...
  A: if you are already in commerce field, you can relate with aviation airline in following sectors: ...
ask about aviation courses3/9/2008
  Q: Sir, i'm Ankit jain completing my 10+2 PCM + computers from a school in ghaziabad(CBSE).I have ...
  A: Ankit, Aviation is reliable field, no doubt in that. The nature of pilot job makes little bit ...
Com. Heli Pilot Med. Requirements3/5/2008
  Q: I have a herniated disc (L4/L5). I take no meds, i have no pain, it's just there. Does that ...
  A: That is excellent question. It is normally requirement to check or ingiunal hernia on medical exam, ...
Average Salary in Mexico3/3/2008
  Q: What is the average salary of a commercial pilot in Mexico. Please specify currency. Thanks.
  A: that is good question. I ahve been recently offered job as commercial pilot in Mexico by the Mexican ...
job garenty of commercial pilot2/24/2008
  Q: i am ashish from INDIA i have decided to be a commercial pilot,so sujest me which institution is ...
  A: Unfortunatelly there is no garantee for commercial pilot jobs as soon as you got your commercial ...
Funding Flight Time.12/24/2007
  Q: I am having a very hard time funding my flight time outside of my regular schooling. I used to own a ...
  A: Matt, that is tough I know. It is hard to get loan with credit that is not the best. I would suggest ...
Salaries12/17/2007
  Q: On average, how much do commercial airline pilots make per month, and how much do air force pilots ...
  A: Commercial pilot salaries are based on seniority if you are employed by airlines. For other pilot ...
aviation12/3/2007
  Q: i just finished my A'level examination(Edexcel) and im interested in aviation industry.looking for a ...
  A: I do not have inforation for Australia and Canada, only for USA. The most famous college that enable ...
university and avation career11/24/2007
  Q: i am a student in my second year of high school (grade 11) i am doing the british course which is ...
  A: Muhamed I do have information for USA, but not for England. I have impression that you are located ...
building hours11/20/2007
  Q: Good day! I am currently working at getting my private pilot license in canada. If everything goes ...
  A: Chris, Very good question. It is really hard to accumulate hours after 200-300 hrs when you get ...
help needed to develop roleplay scenarios10/5/2007
  Q: Not sure you can help me here. I am the language trainer for a crew of pilots and have to provide ...
  A: This is good question. There is a few ATC simulation software righ now available on market where you ...
class 1 medical10/5/2007
  Q: iv been searching the internet but i cant find anything that goes into detail about what is involved ...
  A: There is a few web sites that you can search to see what is involved in an First Class Medical exam. ...
helicopter career9/12/2007
  Q: my name is C.J.Easter. I am 18years old. I want to go to a civilian flight school so i can reach my ...
  A: I have met manu air med evac pilots and I know the their "drill" very well. Air Med evac pilots ...
aviation career8/7/2007
  Q: My name is SGT. Casey in the NJ army nation guard and looking to go to uh-60 aviation mechanic ...
  A: Casey: You see army will give you training but their authorization will not be good for civilian ...
A&P licensing8/7/2007
  Q: im currently in the active duty air force planning on crossing to the guard, im trying to stay in ...
  A: Check any community college they do have cheapest courses for an A&P program. Do not go with private ...
aviation career8/6/2007
  Q: My name is SGT. Casey in the NJ army nation guard and looking to go to uh-60 aviation mechanic ...
  A: Casey! In the natl. guard when you complete training you will receive certificate and after when you ...
Career in Piloting7/29/2007
  Q: Sir, I am hemanth 20, doing my IInd year B.B.A. i have passed my 10th with 69% and i chose commerce ...
  A: Hemanth! I do not have any information about flight schools in Indian, unfortunatelly. Regarding ...
B737 upgrade training7/24/2007
  Q: i have extensive B727 experience and a B737 type rating,which was done on the -200.What do i have to ...
  A: It is only difference training between -200 and -800 version. I think that a few training facilities ...
masters in avition7/23/2007
  Q: QUALIFICATION 1) 10th from CBSE board, Delhi INDIA, in 2002 and scored 56.4% marks. 2) ...
  A: One of the most famous aviation collegies in USA and world is EMBRY RIDDLE AERONAUTICAL UNIVERSITY ...
masters in avition7/23/2007
  Q: QUALIFICATION 1) 10th from CBSE board, Delhi INDIA, in 2002 and scored 56.4% marks. 2) ...
  A: In USA you have to have an B.S. in order to be employed by an major airline. An masters in aviation ...
masters in avition7/22/2007
  Q: QUALIFICATION 1) 10th from CBSE board, Delhi INDIA, in 2002 and scored 56.4% marks. 2) ...
  A: In order to become a pilot you do not have to be in an master aviation program. However, you have to ...
please help me7/6/2007
  Q: I AM A FEMALE PILOT.I HAVE FINISHED MY TRAINING.I AM CPL/IR CAA LICENSE WITH 200 HRS.I WAS BORN AND ...
  A: That is good idea, however I would suggest to get some smaller jet rating like smaller Business Jet ...
helicopter pilot6/28/2007
  Q: i am an engineer & want to become helicopter pilot. my height is only 158cm's.can FAA allow me to ...
  A: I do assume that you are either from Canada or from Europe, But anyway FAA do not have minimums ...
Question on education in aviation6/9/2007
  Q: My niece who is in India,has just completed her 10 plus 2 in Commerce and would like to pursue a ...
  A: 1. There is a few dozen of colleges in USA that do have aviation degree subjects. The online program ...
aircraft appraisers?6/4/2007
  Q: I am currently an Embry Riddle student, majoring in Aeronautical Science. I was thinking of changing ...
  A: Aircraft appraisers are especial group of aviation professionals that are usually pilots and ...
Advice6/3/2007
  Q: my name is Derek and im currently serving in the US Army. I have about four years left in my service ...
  A: Being in US Army is really fantastic thing regarding the aviation and especially pilot training. In ...
what do i need to do5/28/2007
  Q: right well i need as much help as i can get. i love the whole fighter pilot industry and i was ...
  A: Unfortunatelly, I have info for USA pilot requirements. I do not know what kind of requirements you ...
pilot?5/26/2007
  Q: I'm having thoughts about being a commercial pilot. I'm a junior in high school and my dad gave me ...
  A: In this time, usually pilots do attend aviation colleges that are specialized with aviation classes ...
helicopter mechanic5/23/2007
  Q: My son is in high school (11th grade) and is interested in becoming a helicopter mechanic. We are in ...
  A: Blanca! I am glad that your son expressed that wish. In order to become an helicopter mehanic he ha ...
Airbus A330-2005/18/2007
  Q: Can airbus a 330-200 fly colombo to london nonstop ?
  A: I do not know where is Colombo. Is is Columbia in South America or somewhere else. However answer on ...
eyesight and high cholesterol2/26/2007
  Q: Avdic: I am 30 years old and am considering a career as an airline pilot. I have a question ...
  A: I order to become and act as an airline pilot you have to pass Class 1 medical exam. For first class ...
Medical Exams1/31/2007
  Q: Hey I wanted to know what are the various medical check up one has to go through before getting a ...
  A: In USA to be able to get an Pilot license (not including Sport Pilot license) you will need to get ...
jobs1/15/2007
  Q: That really helped. Would you be able to tell me how long it took your friend to be able to ...
  A: Regarding working permit and residency that was been solved right away, another words he did not ...
jobs1/15/2007
  Q: Would you be able to tell me the average salary of a commercial pilot? Do you know if it would be ...
  A: Average salaries for commercial pilot depends from what kind of commercial operation you are ...
pilot requirements1/4/2007
  Q: What are the requirements I need to become a pilot?
  A: I do assume that you are located in USA. In USA in order to become an pilot you have to start taking ...
Ground Crew responsibility in Airlines?12/23/2006
  Q: I am fresher and currently working for an Indian Airliner company as a part of the ground crew (for ...
  A: In full honesty I do not know anything about conditions of ground workers in India. However, I can ...
Jobs12/20/2006
  Q: I am interested in pursuing a career as a pilot. Do you recomend a career in that field? Are there ...
  A: Caitlin! That is very hard question that really requires a deep answer. Lets see all advantages As a ...
Jobs12/18/2006
  Q: Would you be able to tell me the requierments of becoming a commercial pilot and how tough it is to ...
  A: Minimum requirements in USA is 250 hrs total with recent training in commercial maneuvars and ...
Becoming an Airline pilot12/9/2006
  Q: I'm finishing up High School an wondering what should i do to become a Airline Pilot.
  A: John! One of the first thing you need to do is find an aviation college in your vicinity if ...
health requirements for commercial aviation11/29/2006
  Q: I was wondering what the health requirements for commercial aviation are. For example, what the ...
  A: For commercial pilot license and be able to get job in USA FAA allows that you can carry contacts or ...
In getting your flight hours hard and expensive?11/20/2006
  Q: I'm a young 18 year old who wishes to pursued a career in the aviation industries, I am already ...
  A: Gonzalo! getting pilot license is not HARD definetelly. It requires a lot of patiency but ...
I luv aviation..11/14/2006
  Q: ATTN Sir/Mam I am really fond of the aviation industry. At one stage I'd luv to persue a carrer as a ...
  A: Allen! Yes there is a lot of pilots like you. The best solution is an of collegies that will ...
Master/Hobbs/Tach Meters11/12/2006
  Q: I'm not a pilot, but curious about something I heard recently. Someone mentioned that when a pilot ...
  A: Judi I do have really hard time to pick up what do you trying to know but none of the above ...
Hobbs meter10/13/2006
  Q: I read your answer on the requirement of Hobbs meters with interest. My question is: To what is the ...
  A: Peter You see Hobbs meter is seperate unit that measure the time the system is activated. I have ...
commercial pilots license8/22/2006
  Q: I am 18 years old and will graduate highschool this year. My mother has been an only mother my whole ...
  A: Jared Regarding your question about scholarship, that is tough one. There is scholarships available ...
how long does it takes?7/29/2006
  Q: helo. my name is salal, and im 14 yrs old. i've always dreamed of becoming an airliner ...
  A: Salal The subject for study is different from country to county in the world. But general subjects ...
Vision/Surgery2/26/2006
  Q: I am currently debating whether or not to have eye surgery, mainly because of the risks. (and not to ...
  A: Michael! If your goals are toward civil aviation and airline pilot position in that case it is ...
eyesight...20/20 ok? (with correctives)1/29/2006
  Q: my name is Steven I am in my final year of High School and plan on becoming an Airline pilot. But ...
  A: Steven! The requirements to obtain ATPL in USA or New Zeland are same. You have to be able to have ...
Certainly! I would love to...11/25/2005
  Q: Certainly! I would love to have a copy of the CRJ manual, if I could! What information would you ...
  A: Jascha I would like to know how old you are, the reason the CRJ manuals are written for somebody who ...
Greetings, Are there DVD's...11/25/2005
  Q: Greetings, Are there DVD's available that provide a detailed explanation on the following: - FMS - ...
  A: Jascha Of course there is DVD's and also simulators for FMS, Boeing 737NG and CRJ. While the this ...
colour blind9/24/2005
  Q: i'm 23 and goin to take my pilot licence in australia this coming december but my problem is i'm ...
  A: Muhamad In USA you can get CPL even if you do not see colors. However you will have restriction on ...
FLIGHT TRAINING INQUIRY8/15/2005
  Q: GOOD DAY, I am from Nigeria in Africa.All my life i have always wanted to be a pilot,but as i ...
  A: Flight training requirements in Nigeria are not familiar to me. I am located in USA, and I am very ...
Recording of airframe hours8/1/2005
  Q: Reference Helicopter (preferably). I would like to ask you a question on the recording of airframe ...
  A: In USA General Aviation aircrafts are usually using HOBBS meter (FBO, aircraft renting places and so ...
Pilot Requirments? Time Building?7/22/2005
  Q: How would i go about building hours in a turbine business jet? and how many hours would be required ...
  A: Marcus! It is tough no doubt,I do assume that you are in US, and in requirements to get an job in ...
accumulating fight time4/25/2005
  Q: I am currently attempting to research some future career options for a friend. Most career options ...
  A: Lauren! Unfortunatelly that is the name of beast. Building a time is slow and expensive process. ...
aviation school3/23/2005
  Q: im located on long island
  A: Long Island as well as NY has a lot of aviation opportunities. I do not know specifically the names ...
School project3/8/2005
  Q: Avdic: I am a university student as well as a licenced commercial pilot and conducting a study on ...
  A: Really the college education is extremelly important for commercial and proffesional pilots. That is ...
What do I do?12/28/2004
  Q: Avdic, I'm currently looking into an aviation career, I'm going to study at a local university, but ...
  A: You can obtain more hours after you complete you initial flight training for commercial pilot ...
What type of schooling will...11/30/2004
  Q: What type of schooling will you need after high school in order to become a commercial airline ...
  A: After HS you looking for an specialized training facilities schools for airline pilots. Another way ...
the gpa for a pilot9/25/2004
  Q: i'm in grade 11 right now and my grades aren't that good. my GPA was 2.2 on the last report. My ...
  A: Tom! Grades are very important in an college education, because every pilot have to be able to ...
career9/22/2004
  Q: ------------------------- - Hi Ismar Thanks for the answere .I still want to know about the ...
  A: The fees are usually different ranges between $20.000-40.000 for the completation of all required ...
career9/20/2004
  Q: This is Vikram Singh.I have completed my graduation in BSc Comp Sc and i am currently working in a ...
  A: Congradulation on your BS. Considering your eye sight I do have -2.50 and in USA that is not big ...
careers7/14/2004
  Q: I am becoming a senior in high school and trying to figure out what I want to do afterwards. I know ...
  A: Kristi There is virtually hundreds different positions related to the field of aviation, and only ...
Piloting requirments7/12/2004
  Q: To become a comersial pilot do I have to finish my grade 12 or could I just go to a flying school? ...
  A: To become commercial pilot with any airline it is recommended that you have an college education, ...
A levels4/24/2004
  Q: the embry riddle aeronautical university has advised me of taking british A levels before the ...
  A: Saurabh I have to admit I have a problem in understaing you. What do you mean British A levels? I ...

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