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| scholarship for time buinling | 10/12/2009 |
Q: I am an international student currently working on my ppl, after i get my ppl I'll be working for my ...
A: Daniel, In order to fly for compensation in the US you must have a commercial pilots license. In ...
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| MAXIMUM AGE TO START COMMERCIAL PILOT CAREER | 10/4/2009 |
Q: Is there a maximum age beyond which it is too late to get a job as a commercial airline pilot? ...
A: Dave, I hesitate to continue attempting to answer this because there is no specific answer. This is ...
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| MAXIMUM AGE TO START COMMERCIAL PILOT CAREER | 10/3/2009 |
Q: Is there a maximum age beyond which it is too late to get a job as a commercial airline pilot? ...
A: No, I'm afraid that you misunderstood my explanation. Mandatory retirement age for the airlines is ...
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| MAXIMUM AGE TO START COMMERCIAL PILOT CAREER | 10/2/2009 |
Q: Is there a maximum age beyond which it is too late to get a job as a commercial airline pilot?
A: (What a great Name!) First off, you must understand that when you say commercial pilot you are ...
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| CFI Training | 9/15/2009 |
Q: I have been thinking about getting my CFI (Airplane) and would like to know the approximate cost ...
A: OK, that's a little clearer. Thanks! In my opinion, at this point in your training you should be ...
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| CFI Training | 9/14/2009 |
Q: I have been thinking about getting my CFI (Airplane) and would like to know the approximate cost ...
A: You have an interesting question. First off, it depends what certificates you already have. You ...
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| Course Inquiry | 9/1/2009 |
Q: I have a dream of becoming an Airline Pilot but as I'm the only well educated person i don't have ...
A: First off, Phoenix has a good reputation. I have to tell you though that if you want to fly for the ...
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| best colleges for MBA in aviation management? | 8/20/2009 |
Q: firstly I thank you for taking the tyime to read my question. I want to do my MBA in Aviation ...
A: This really is not my area but I thought that I would make some comments. I am not familiar with ...
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| PPL Navigation Question | 7/30/2009 |
Q: I wondered if you could help me. I am training for my PPL in the UK and I am currently at the ...
A: Unfortunately, I do not have access to that chart. From what you are telling me, I personally would ...
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| Certified instructor medical requirements? | 7/27/2009 |
Q: Just a real quickWhat type of FAA physical is required to become a certified flight instructor? ...
A: The Flight Instructor (CFI or CFII)rating is valid only if it is accompanied by a Commercial Pilot ...
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| subjects. | 7/22/2009 |
Q: I have Arts(history,political science,psychology,economics and english) as my subjects,i wanted to ...
A: It is not necessary to have college degree in the US to obtain a pilot license. Most pilots follow ...
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| What to take degrees in | 6/9/2009 |
Q: What would be the best degree(S) to take to become a airline pilot.
A: I do not believe that there is one particular degree that is best. Most airlines just require a ...
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| help plz:D | 6/2/2009 |
Q: im graduating after a week from high school. i still dont know which major i should go to. im ...
A: First off, I think that you have the wrong idea, there are plenty of jobs in aviation for females. ...
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| Piloting | 4/22/2009 |
Q: What are the core demands to becoming a pilot?
A: Miguel, I'm not quite sure what you are asking but I'll give you the basics. There are several ...
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| Pilot licence duration. | 4/8/2009 |
Q: Mr. David Thank you for giving the chance and dedicating your time for educating others. My ...
A: Pilot certificates do not have an expiration date (except for some ratings such as Instructors) With ...
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| Late starter | 12/27/2008 |
Q: I've long dreamed of becoming a professional pilot -- not aiming for a major airline, but in a ...
A: I guess the best way to address your question is to tell you about a friend of mine. He started at ...
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| Commercial Pilot License Training | 11/22/2008 |
Q: Greetings. I have always wanted to become a pilot, right from my school days. I want to pursue a ...
A: Since you have a degree already (which is great) You may want to look a couple of schools such as ...
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| Commercial Pilot License Training | 11/21/2008 |
Q: Greetings. I have always wanted to become a pilot, right from my school days. I want to pursue a ...
A: I will do my best to answer your questions. 1. You are young! Go for it. Your age is no problem at ...
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| Pilot Career | 9/8/2008 |
Q: David where would be a good place to start flying and build hours after I Graduate? What are the ...
A: John, If you play your cards right, you can build hours right at your college. (You can at ERAU). As ...
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| what subjects do i need to do in year 11& 12 | 9/4/2008 |
Q: my name is fred and i'm from australia,i was wondering if you could answer this for me. what ...
A: A big part of this answer depends upon where you want to go to school and what are their particular ...
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| Pilot Career | 8/31/2008 |
Q: Its John again, David after I graduate from Embry Riddle with a degree in flying, where would I ...
A: Hey John, I answered this but I guess my response never went through. Let me try again. I am not ...
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| Pilot Career | 8/15/2008 |
Q: David how good do you think my chances are of landing a job after a flying degree from Embry Riddle ...
A: John, Obviously, I do not have a crystal ball but I do know that the majority of airline pilots do ...
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| Pilot Career | 8/12/2008 |
Q: Would it be better to attain a basic pilots license before I went to Embry Riddle or just wait and ...
A: This is a hard one. If you get it at ERAU you will probably get it quicker which can also mean less ...
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| Pilot Career | 8/11/2008 |
Q: How far up the license chain can you go at Embry Riddle?
A: They can take through all the certificates up through ATP (airline transport pilot) They can also ...
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| Pilot Career | 8/11/2008 |
Q: Do you have to become a CFI its just that I would really hate to teach. And if so how long should I ...
A: Oh boy! If you do not like the idea of teaching, Don't! It is a fact, however, that you learn best ...
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| Pilot Career | 8/10/2008 |
Q: I am interested in becoming a major airline pilot one day. I'm 22 years old and currently employed ...
A: To begin with you are young and that's good. There is a pilot shortage and research is estimating ...
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| carrer guidance | 8/4/2008 |
Q: sir i have done Engineering B.Tech(electrical).im interested in aviation sector..so what are the ...
A: Shreenivas, I am sorry that you are disappointed with my response. Let me explain a few things to ...
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| become a airline pilot | 8/2/2008 |
Q: how are where do you start to become a airline pilot
A: To begin with, airlines require a college degree. If you do not have one, I suggest that you attend ...
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| educational qualification | 7/24/2008 |
Q: do i have to have a science background in my higher secondary to become a pilot?i will complete my ...
A: I am not clear where you you want to attend college. In the US most of the universities require ...
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| science | 6/24/2008 |
Q: if i wanted to go to college to be a pilot would i need to study science in secondary school?
A: Most colleges do require science. I strongly suggest that a concentration in Earth Science ...
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| Engine shut down? | 6/5/2008 |
Q: I hope this is the right category, if not I apologize. I had a short flight on an airline this ...
A: I wasn't on board so I can only guess what you were hearing. I do not believe that the engines were ...
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| Aviation career | 5/30/2008 |
Q: I am a 19 years old African cadet pilot from Sudan. I have just completed my PPL course, and I am ...
A: I suggest that you try flight instructing. This will allow you to gain experience and hours to log ...
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| avaiion school | 5/25/2008 |
Q: i was thinking of joining an aviation school i have a bachelors degree in business . i as debating ...
A: Since you already have a college degree, my advice would be to attend an academy as well. You might ...
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| Becoming an airline pilot | 5/14/2008 |
Q: David Bidwell, Becoming an airline pilot is something ive always wanted to do im currently a ...
A: You stated that you are about to attend college. Since all of the airlines require a college ...
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| pilot pathways | 5/10/2008 |
Q: I live in England and I'm on the verge on completing my high school career and I wanted to ask if I ...
A: To my knowledge, all of the airlines in the USA require a college degree. If this is the career ...
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| flying training | 4/21/2008 |
Q:
A: There are many steps to becoming an airline pilot. The certifications that are required are: ...
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| do i need bachelor degree to become airline pilot | 4/9/2008 |
Q: i am amnauichai from Thailand i just graduate my high school i want to become airline pilot what ...
A: US airlines do require a bachelor degree. I suggest that you attend an aviation university such as ...
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| General avation questions | 2/26/2008 |
Q: my name is Justin Hall and I’m an aspiring Pilot. I chose to contact you because you seem to be the ...
A: You are asking for a lot of info! I'll do the best I can. To begin with, let's make sure that you ...
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| Vision Requirements | 2/12/2008 |
Q: Do you have to have uncorrected 20/20 vision for initial employment at a major us airline. Also, ...
A: There is some leeway in the vision requirements. Your best bet is to check with your AME to see the ...
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| Some Issues | 2/10/2008 |
Q: Hey, I'm currently working on my Private Pilots Certificate and I'm close to going solo but I have ...
A: Caleb, If you want a career in aviation, you should be planning on attending college and preferably ...
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| Flight training | 2/10/2008 |
Q: Flight academies like Delta airlines academy?? Do they have placements in their own airlines as ...
A: Many of the Academies that are off-shoots do offer a placement service. It depends on many factors ...
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| I want to become a pilot | 12/17/2007 |
Q: I am from India and currently doing my class 12th in Dubai,UAE. I will finish my schooling next ...
A: First off let me tell you that the airlines require a college degree in addition to pilot ratings ...
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| university and avation career | 11/24/2007 |
Q: i am a student in my second year of high school (grade 11) i am doing the british course which is ...
A: I am only familiar with aviation in the US. Universities change their requirements and fees from ...
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| Hey Stranger | 11/11/2007 |
Q: This is Mike Moriarty writing. You were instructing me at Skylark around 1989-1990. How are you ...
A: It's been a while! Sounds like you're doing well. Wow, you sure have had a lot of training. I'm ...
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| atp written | 11/9/2007 |
Q: I am finishing my USAF career and I plan on taking the ATP written soon. What would be the best ...
A: There are many great study guides out there right now.I have always been partial to ASA here's ...
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| Learning to fly | 10/19/2007 |
Q: Am I too old to become a commercial airline pilot.I am considering starting training in Canada in ...
A: Not at all. The Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) require mandatory retirement at age 60. This ...
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| Training before college | 10/8/2007 |
Q: My question is, is there any classes or training I can take before college to learn how to fly or ...
A: First off, you can train at any age! Your local flight school can train you and you can obtain your ...
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| Aviation | 9/5/2007 |
Q: I am going into the Marine Corps to become a pilot. I know i will become a fighter pilot and i would ...
A: You can obtain a commercial certificate when you are 18 yrs. The airlines require a college degree ...
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| flying as career | 8/27/2007 |
Q: Am currently pursuing my B.E in mechanical from Anna University (India).This being my final year, am ...
A: I am in need of more specific information to answer your questions. I can only answer questions ...
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| ppl instuctor | 8/19/2007 |
Q: can a ppl become a flight instuctor
A: I am not familiar with the designation ppl. I assume that it is a private pilot designation from a ...
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| Vmc | 8/15/2007 |
Q: Could you explain the Vmc and the critical engine and why there is a critical engine what effect is ...
A: The official definition of the "minimum control speed which we call Vmc is as follows: Airworthiness ...
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| descent planning | 8/13/2007 |
Q: is there a quick easy formula to figure out in my head for descent planning. for example you are at ...
A: If I understand your question correctly - I use the typical rule of thumb:vertical speed equals 5x ...
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| VDP | 8/10/2007 |
Q: Why do some approach plates have visual decent points and some don't?
A: I think that the best way to answer your question is to clarify just what a VDP is. Visual descent ...
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| reg training of pilot | 7/10/2007 |
Q: I've done my BE(electronics and communication engg) ive been working on embedded systems from past ...
A: In the US the license procedure is as follows: 1. Private Pilot 2. Instrument Rating 3. Commercial ...
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| Required | 6/10/2007 |
Q: I would like to know the following: 1.What is the minimum height requirement for a female pilot? ...
A: Anyone with average intellegnce and the willingness to work hard can receive a Private Pilot ...
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| college? | 2/19/2007 |
Q: im currently living in Hays, Kansas and im a freshman in college. I want to become a pilot and i ...
A: Leave college for ground school? Never! Ground school is not a big deal and you can even accomplish ...
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| Medical Exams | 1/31/2007 |
Q: Hey I wanted to know what are the various medical check up one has to go through before getting a ...
A: I am not an aviation medical examiner so I can only offer a little info. The class I is for the ...
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| Jobs | 12/18/2006 |
Q: Would you be able to tell me the requiermnts for getting your pilots licence and what other ...
A: Your questions are quite involved but I'll do my best to summarize for you. There are many types of ...
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| reginoals | 11/27/2006 |
Q: im 15 turnin 16 very soon i started my flight training ill be soloing in DEC.What i wanna know is ...
A: To begin with, all of the airlines that I know of require a college degree. They also require ...
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| Question | 11/8/2006 |
Q: David, My question is if it is, in your experience, better to go to a flight acedemy/university ...
A: It is not necessary to attend an Aeronautical University. It is preferred. These schools have job ...
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| pilot school | 10/30/2006 |
Q: I want to help out my boyfriend who's interested in flying. Can you recommend good flight schools ...
A: Carriers recognize licenses, ratings and experience. This can be obtained through almost any local ...
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| Degree Required? | 10/9/2006 |
Q: Do you have to have a college degree to become a Capt. of a plane for a major airline?..Working ...
A: To my knowledge all of the major airlines and even most commuters require a bachelors degree. It is ...
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| pilots license | 9/30/2006 |
Q: about how much does it cost to get a pilots license including aircraft fees, instructor fees, ect.
A: Unfortunately, there is no easy answer. It depends where you train and how long it takes you. For ...
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| Class E airspace extension (surface area) | 9/18/2006 |
Q: David, Thanks so much for your very quick response. Sounds like you have a good grip on this. ...
A: Scott, You are right. There is no rule. If the controllers need to have that airspace then they ...
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| Class E airspace extension (surface area) | 9/17/2006 |
Q: David, I fly in the San Diego area. In the north part of San Diego County is an airport called ...
A: First let's refer to FAR 71.71 Class E airspace. In short, the class E airspace is controlled ...
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| spectacles | 8/28/2006 |
Q: can one become an airline pilot if he wears spectacles?
A: In most cases, yes. Airline pilots are required to have a commercial license. That license has ...
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| What to do after college | 7/26/2006 |
Q: I know that a specific degree is not necessary to become a commercial pilot. I have high aspirations ...
A: First off, I stongly suggest that if you haven't yet gone to college or if you can transfer, attend ...
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| General | 7/24/2006 |
Q: my name is Sean Cole. I am currently resising in San Diego California. I was a Crew Chief assigned ...
A: You really didn't say what type of flying you want to do. The aviation industry is very competitive ...
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| Small business aviation, freelancer frieght? | 7/15/2006 |
Q: I should have it by the end of summer. I plan on purchasing a small time builder as soon as I am ...
A: I wish I had the crystal ball to give you the answer you seek. The aviation industry at present is ...
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| flight training | 4/3/2006 |
Q: I want to get my private pilot license but it is expensive and the various ratings seems very ...
A: If you have been looking into this, you realize that you must obtain the various licenses that lead ...
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| degrees | 10/24/2005 |
Q: I am interested in becomming a commercial pilot and want to get a degree in something that would be ...
A: I think that you should look into a degree in aviation! I have a bachelors in Professional ...
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| Requirements | 10/17/2005 |
Q: I've always love to fly in an airplane to anywhere in the world. Everytime I know I'm gonna travel ...
A: I feel the same way about flying. I guess most pilots do. The road to commercial airline pilot ...
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| Career Change Prospects after 40 | 9/27/2005 |
Q: I am retired military and am needing to make a career change. I have concerns about my prospects ...
A: A friend of mine is a FAA Designated examiner. He started flying at 45 yrs! There are many types ...
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| piolets licence | 9/12/2005 |
Q: I was wondering what the process is to obtain a pilots licence. And what kind of training do you ...
A: The requirements are really to numerous to detail here, To get to the commercial pilot status you ...
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| Aviation Career | 8/15/2005 |
Q: From childhood my ambition was to be a polit. Now that my degree (bech. in computer science) is near ...
A: First off, there are many types of jobs in aviation. Some examples are: airline pilot corporate ...
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| Commercial Pilot | 8/1/2005 |
Q: I have recently enrolled into a college that has a nearby airport. I have since been excited about ...
A: The commercial pilot rating means that the pilot can fly for pay. It is required for flight ...
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| Career after 40 | 7/14/2005 |
Q: Answer - Hi Mike, You are right about the industry being very competitive. The current trend is ...
A: Mike, It seems to be about every 5 years. 9/11 has also hurt the industry. It will take at least 3 ...
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| Career after 40 | 7/14/2005 |
Q: I am seriously interested in persuing a career as a pilot. I understand that Airline Positions are ...
A: You are right about the industry being very competitive. The current trend is layoffs. Some ...
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| Spins | 6/29/2005 |
Q: Mr. Bidwell, Does it say anything in the FAR's (I have yet to found it) that prohibits practicing ...
A: Korey, There is no regulation prohibiting spin training providing the airplane used is certified by ...
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| Sport/Recreational Pilot | 6/28/2005 |
Q: I have a few questions on the sport and recreational pilot requirements. For a recreational pilot: ...
A: I cannot adequately answer your question regarding sport Pilot or recreational. These are two ...
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| Private Pilot License in Skylark | 5/30/2005 |
Q: Let me introduce myself first: I am a senior student in Aerospace Engineering in Ankara/TURKEY. ...
A: Unfortunately, I cannot help you. I have turned over the flight school to another person. His name ...
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| Flight training, health requirements. | 5/9/2005 |
Q: What are the general requirements to obtain a "Third Class Medical Certificate?" In other words how ...
A: You must have a physical exam from an Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) for any aviation medical ...
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| commercial pilots | 3/22/2005 |
Q: First off, how long have you been a Chief Flight Instructor and director of Skylark Flight Academy? ...
A: Wow, I'll do my best to answer these questions. I have been the director (and partner) of Skylark ...
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| Direction | 3/19/2005 |
Q: Mr. Bidwell, thank you for taking the time to read my quest for direction in aviation. Not to bore ...
A: You have a good start with the Associates degree but, the airlines require a Bachelors. You should ...
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| Best route | 3/8/2005 |
Q: Bidwell: I am a licenced commercial pilot with a valid multi-engine rating and have also completed ...
A: You probably don't want to here this but...be patient. You will need the university degree to ...
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| Forward Slips | 1/28/2005 |
Q: For Commercial checkride, are forward slips required to be shown?
A: You should be asking this type of question to your instructor. What is required can be found in the ...
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| Vx | 1/27/2005 |
Q: One of my flight instructors I am flying with in the 1969 Piper Cherokee Arrow. He tells me that Vx ...
A: You might want to discuss this with your instructor. There is only one Vx for any airplane. ...
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| Ground School | 1/15/2005 |
Q: On 61.123 (c)(1) it says that conducted the required ground training or reviewed the persons home ...
A: The home study program is a course like the "King Schools" You must have heard from them by now. I ...
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| training structure | 1/13/2005 |
Q: I am a private pilot, have 135 hours in single engine aircraft, 15.5 in a instrument flight sim, 25 ...
A: I strongly suggest that you get your instrument rating first. This will fine tune you and offer a ...
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| Monitor Frequencies | 1/6/2005 |
Q: When a tower or ground tells you to monitor. I know that means change frequencies to the one that ...
A: First off let me say that you are required by regulation to ask ATC for clarification if you ever ...
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| Composite Flight Plan | 12/26/2004 |
Q: For a composite flight plan, when the initial portion is VFR. When I canceled my VFR flight portion, ...
A: Sorry it so long to get back to you. I was away for the holidays. Usually you will obtain your ...
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| IFR, Different countries | 12/23/2004 |
Q: Ok, I just thought of 3 more questions for you. And, thank you very much for all that your helping ...
A: #1. First off, if you are assigned a STAR you will be required to follow it. With that being said, ...
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| IFR | 12/22/2004 |
Q: I have 2 questions for you about IFR. 1. If I lose communications on a trip and I continue on my ...
A: Question #1 In order for you to transition from the enroute segment to the approach segment you will ...
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| Class C airspace | 11/9/2004 |
Q: I know that class B airspace extends all the way up to 10,000 ft. so, you have to have a transponder ...
A: I hope you understand that those altitudes are AGL. You are required to have an operating ...
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| IFR | 11/1/2004 |
Q: I have 2 questions for you. 1. When I am on precision or non precision approach and I am at the DH ...
A: For descent below the DH or MDA you should refer to FAR 91.175. 91.175 (c)(2) states in part, "the ...
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| Good day Sir,
I am curious... | 10/21/2004 |
Q: Good day Sir, I am curious to know if safety pilot time can be logged as PIC? Is safety pilot time ...
A: No, a safety pilot connot be logged as PIC unless the saftey pilot is a qualified CFI. Logging ...
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| career | 9/20/2004 |
Q: I live in Hong Kong .i have done my gratuation in BSc Computer Sc .i want to opt my career in civil ...
A: For the eysight question, you need to talk to the FAA medical division. Only an FAA medical examiner ...
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| guide me | 8/27/2004 |
Q: This is Vikram Singh.I have completed my graduation and i am currently working in a bank but i want ...
A: Most aviation careers do not require PERFECT eyesight. There is a requirement for eye sight to ...
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| How can I get into your industry | 8/24/2004 |
Q: I am a 48 year old managing Director of a marketing company in the UK. I want to change career but I ...
A: A friend of mine who is a FAA designated examiner, started to fly when he was 45 yrs. Today, in ...
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| Aviation Market | 7/29/2004 |
Q: What is the market like for cargo pilots? I'd be interested in flying, but have no desire to be an ...
A: First off, let me apologize for not getting back to you in a timely manner. Unfortunately my ...
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| Aviation School | 7/23/2004 |
Q: I'm interested in going to aviation school and learning to fly private planes. It's been something ...
A: You ask many questions, I'll do my best. First off, for reading, I strongly recommend "Stick and ...
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| Visual Descent Points | 6/28/2004 |
Q: I WAS WONDERING ABOUT VISUAL DESCENT POINTS, WHAT IT IS EXACTLY AND WHAT THE FORMULA FOR FIGURING ...
A: The VDP is a defined point on the final approach course of a nonprecision straight in approach ...
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| career | 6/15/2004 |
Q: What is the necessary education needed for the job? What are the employer expectations? What is ...
A: First of all, I am the owner of the school. I have a degree in aeronautics from Embry-Riddle ...
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| Advice on Commercial piloting | 5/2/2004 |
Q: I need an advisor for my piloting career. I am an Indian and would like to branch out into the ...
A: You are asking for an enormous amount of information. Unfortunately, I can only answer specific ...
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| crosswind landing | 4/5/2004 |
Q: I recently received my private pilot's license while I was stationed in California. Most of the ...
A: Straightening out from a crab requies airflow around your rudder for control effectiveness. I ...
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| Starting a career in aviation | 3/9/2004 |
Q: I am from atlanta georgia, and am searching for any information that you can supply me about ...
A: Are you just looking to fly or make a career? I suggest that you visit the flight school at your ...
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| piloting lifestyle | 2/27/2004 |
Q: First I want to thank you for helping me out. I am a highschool senior and pursuing a college degree ...
A: There are many flying jobs that do not require many days away from home. One such job would be a ...
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| I wanna know... | 1/19/2004 |
Q: Do i need an ATPL to be an airline pilot or CPL is just enough to become an airline pilot?
A: I sent you an answer to this question days ago. I have no idea why you didn't recieve my response ...
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| training | 10/9/2003 |
Q: Bidwell I dont know if you will find this letter wierd but i have a question. Ever since i was ...
A: Since you are working on your private ticket now, you must be aware of what it takes to accomplish ...
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| starting anew | 6/22/2003 |
Q: im 55, just retired police dept after 27 yrs. is it too late to get a commercial license? i would ...
A: You can work on your commercial at any age. However, if your goal is to fly for the airlines, the ...
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| major concerns of your students. | 5/15/2003 |
Q: I am an active MEI who is always trying to better my performance as an instructor. Here is my ...
A: The biggest concern I hear from students is the question of employment. They wonder if they will be ...
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| Major Airlines | 4/28/2003 |
Q: My name is Edik and I am currintly in High School. I have been intersted in becoming a commercial ...
A: I don't have a crystal ball but I sure can give you my opinion. First off, we are in troubled ...
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| About being a pilot | 4/19/2003 |
Q: I'm doing a research paper for my spanish class and I would like you to answer the following ...
A: You sure are asking a lot. I'll do my best to answer your Questions 1. I write and implement ...
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