best flight schoolhttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/tag-1-best-flight-school.aspxAviator Flight College is a world's leading flight training school which offers flight training and pilot training within the degree programs. The college accepts VA Post 911, Chapter 33, benefits and offers Federal loans for flight training.enroll@aviator.edu (Aviator Flight Training College)support@viestly.com (Vesta Digital)Sat, 19 May 2012 00:13:50 GMTSat, 19 May 2012 00:13:50 GMTViestly60Types of Flight Schools For Pilot Traininghttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/208-types-of-flight-schools-for-pilot-training.aspxStudents who are interested in learning to become a pilot should consider attending a professional flight school, where they will get the hands-on experience that is necessary to launch an aviation career. Comparing schools requires sifting through several important considerations. The following guidelines can help you make the right decision about your flight training and flight school.
  • Determine what kind of pilot's license you want to obtain. Private pilots and commercial pilots are the two main categories.
  • Decide how many lessons you can take a week and how many hours you will be able to study. The longer it takes you to complete the school the more expensive your flight school experience will be.
  • Pay for what you want to receive. Each pilot in training is required to have 40 hours of flight time to receive a pilot's license. That's the regulation from The Federal Aviation Administration.
  • Talk with other pilots in your area to get a recommendation for a flight school.
  • Visit your local airports and look for flight schools. Walk into the flight schools that you find and speak with a flight instructor or other flight school staff member about the flight training programs offered at the school and prices.
  • Inquire about payment plans and financing.
  • Search on the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) Flight School Directory to find flight schools in your area. The AOPA Flight School Directory is a website which lets you search by zip code to find flight schools and airports in your area.
  • Visit Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Pilot Schools search tool on their website to search for flight schools in your area.
Professional Type Flight Schools
Part 61 Flight Schools
A professional flight school that is certified under Part 61 typically offers a more flexible education, allowing students to have some choice in their plan of study.This flight school option does not require that students complete ground coursework at the school, which allows students to complete their required coursework. This prepares them for their certification exams -- at home or with a private tutor. Students should research all flight school programs to determine which are best for their professional flight career goals before enrolling at any institution.

Part 141 Flight Schools
Part 141 flight schools have stricter requirements than their Part 61 counterparts. These flight schools are approved and periodically audited by the Federal Aviation Administration. The FAA provides detailed course outlines and plans of study for Part 141 schools to adhere to. Because of this structure, students in this type of flight school are required to be more rigid in the courses that they take. Despite the lack of flexibility that these schools offer, they are considered to be one of the best types of programs to participate in if you are looking to become a commercial pilot.

Nationally Accredited Training Institutions
A professional flight school is not always a college or school. Many professional flight schools are training institutions, which are housed in airports or other training facilities. An accredited training institution, whether it is part of a college or university or not, must meet very specific requirements. These requirements are put forth by individual accrediting institutions. The accreditation process is used to give a professional opinion about the validity of a program or institution. Employers look at the accreditation of flight training programs when researching future employees.

Collegiate Aviation Degree Programs
The final type of professional flight school is a collegiate aviation degree program. Many colleges and universities offer flight as a choice for students to major in. Many colleges and universities also house their own airports, which are used to teach students how to fly safely. These programs are typically accredited and approved by the FAA. They also give a well-rounded education outside of flight, including areas of study like science, math and psychology. These programs are typically more expensive flight school options, however, so students should do research before enrolling.

Aviator College of Aeronautical Science & Technology provides the most cost effective flight training programs and a two year Aviation degree in Aeronautical Science. The College has a state of the art 37,000 square foot facility, featuring a CRJ Level 5 Flight Training Device (Simulator). College student's receive a minimum of 565 flight training hours in the aviation degree program. Graduates will have the opportunity to stay on as a flight training instructor.

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]]>Aviator CollegeFri, 11 May 2012 18:55:49 GMThttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/208-types-of-flight-schools-for-pilot-training.aspxFacts About Accelerated Flight Traininghttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/204-facts-about-accelerated-flight-training.aspxBefore spending thousands of dollars on your college education and flight training to get the coveted pilot license certificate it is important to know all the facts. This article offers a great insight on how to receive flight training to fulfill the specialized demands of the airline industry in the most efficient and cost effective manner possible.

“Accelerated flight training” is a very popular way for many to accomplish the FAA required pilot training and gain the skills and knowledge required to pass any pilot certificate or rating that exists. However, the title of “accelerated” pilot training is misleading in some ways that can lead to an unhappy student pilot and a loss of time and money! As an FAA certified flight instructor of more than 13 years with most of that time dedicated to the “accelerated” method of teaching I have learned what works and what does not work.

I hope this article can help those seeking a pilot certificate or rating achieve their goals in the most efficient and cost effective manner possible.

Accelerated Flight Training Myth:
Just because a flight school offers an “accelerated” flight training course does NOT mean you will finish in less time. Fact: The FAA requires minimum pilot training, flight experience, and ground theory training before a person is eligible to attempt the required final testing for a pilot certificate or rating. For example, The FAA requires 40 hours of total flight and training experience before attempting the final test. However, the national average for time to earn a private pilot certificate is closer to 70 hours! Why?!? Here are a few reasons.
  • Too much time between training flights and ground school. Skills and knowledge degrade with time. I recommend flight training at least three days per week to avoid “disuse” loss of learning in between lessons.
  • Bad weather can stop training all together for days or even weeks affecting your training goals in the same way listed above.
  • Poorly planned or executed course. This could be from a school that only wants your money or an inexperienced flight instructor that is only there to build time and get into an airline.
  • No or little study before training begins. This is mainly for accelerated courses because the more you can learn before hand will let you concentrate on learning to fly. I do not recommend nor do I begin any accelerated flying course until any required written tests and medical exams are completed first. I also have my students pre-study the pilot training syllabus sequence of events and read through all study materials first before the first day of training. Using a computer based flight simulator is also a great way to prepare before pilot training begins just by flying around and having fun. I also recommend a series of simple self administered lessons using computer based simulation before training. Preparation is the biggest time and money saver by far!
There are many more reasons but these are the biggest by far.

Benefits of a good Accelerated Pilot Training course
  • Accelerated flight training can let you reach your goals in less time! The average training time an “accelerated” student is closer to 50 hours. 20 hours of training at $ 200/hr will buy a lot of hamburgers! The average for my students is closer to 40 hours only because the FAA won’t let my students take the final test earlier! This is mainly due to flight schools that jump on the “accelerated” band wagon for some easy cash drawing in students, giving them to instructors that may be good but improperly trained to handle an efficient Accelerated Flight Training course, the student doesn’t finish in the time allowed/paid for, and extending time and money to complete training. This drives the average time up to the 50s. There are very few reasons why a properly screened and prepared student cannot finish by the
  • Learning and retention of skills and knowledge can be greatly enhanced with Accelerated Flying Lessons. Many with a bad experience (students and instructors) argue otherwise however I have first hand experience of teaching many students both “traditional” (2-3 days/week) and “accelerated” (focused and efficient) and I can attest that there is much less flight and ground review necessary just before final test time for the accelerated students in every case. Retention for the long term depends solely on the pilot to keep learning and keeping skills sharp regardless of what kind of flight training they used to achieve their goals.
  • Accelerated flight training forces the student to focus solely on the task at hand. It is critical to leave the worries of every day life and work behind while training or learning will degrade quickly. As long as you can schedule a time away from the world while you train the learning and retention skyrockets contributing to a safer pilot.
What to look for in Accelerated Flight Training:
  • An experienced instructor experienced with accelerated flight training. Also, make sure the school does not intend to switch instructors on you except when absolutely necessary! Finding experienced instructors is not easy these days let alone experienced in accelerated flight instruction.
  • A time of the year or physical location with good weather that will not interrupt your training!
  • A school that offers a pre-training course and materials AND makes it mandatory to complete any required written tests and medical checkouts BEFORE lessons begin!
  • Make sure the flight school has more than one aircraft of the same make and model that you will be training in so that routine or unexpected maintenance does not extend your schedule. The school only needs two aircraft to minimize this potential slow down.
  • Make sure the flight school has some kind of flight simulation capability in case there are no fly days. Simulators do not have to be state of the art full cockpit sims. Simple desktop computer simulators all work great when used properly with an experienced instructor. Communications, procedures, and aeronautical decision making are just a few things that can be learned and re-enforced using simulation.
Flight Training Programs at Aviator Flight Training Academy
Aviator Flight Training Academy offers professional pilot training programs with a minimum of 200 hours of multi-engine time. The flight school has a state of the art 37,000 square foot facility, featuring a CRJ Level 5 Flight Training Device (Simulator), large classrooms and individual briefing rooms.

When you choose Aviator, all flight training is logged in aircraft. Our Flight Training Devices (FTDs) are used for ground training purposes only. NO FTDs (SIMULATORS) ARE USED FOR FLIGHT TIME TOWARDS YOUR RATINGS!

This “hands-on” approach provides the best flight training environment for pilots of the future. We encourage training in actual instrument conditions. Flying at the Aviator is 24 hours-a-day, rain or shine. Aviator flight training programs offer more actual multi-engine time than any other school in the country. Our fleet of multi-engine aircraft are equipped with GPS and are being converted to EFIS Systems (Glass Cockpits). Come and take a tour and see the Aviator difference.

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]]>Aviator CollegeFri, 04 May 2012 17:45:44 GMThttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/204-facts-about-accelerated-flight-training.aspxType Of Pilot Certificate Dictates Pilot Job Opportunitieshttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/203-type-of-pilot-certificate-dictates-pilot-job-opportunities.aspxIf you have been developing an interest in becoming a pilot then you will be interested in knowing that you have quite a selection of pilot categories to choose from. A pilot is certificated to fly aircraft at one or more named privilege levels and, at each privilege level, rated to fly aircraft of specific categories. Privilege levels of pilot certificates are, in order of increasing privilege:
  • Student Pilot: an individual who is learning to fly under the tutelage of a flight instructor and who is permitted to fly alone under specific, limited circumstances
  • Sport Pilot: an individual who is authorized to fly only Light-sport Aircraft
  • Recreational Pilot: an individual who may fly aircraft of up to 180 horsepower (130 kW) and 4 seats in the daytime for pleasure only
  • Private Pilot: an individual who may fly for pleasure or personal business, generally without accepting compensation
  • Commercial Pilot: an individual who may, with some restrictions, fly for compensation or hire
  • Airline Transport Pilot (often called ATP): an individual authorized to act as pilot in command for a scheduled airline
You will be best able to determine the most feasible for you by learning the basics about each of them and seeing which one best suit's the goals you have set for yourself.

You must understand two major categories. First of all licensing for flying are issued by the Federal Aviation Administration. They are the governing body and have set the syllabus for the flight courses. All of their rules and regulations must be strictly adhered to. The first requirement is obtaining a certificate and the second part is the training. The type of certificate you require will depend on what type of Pilot you are going to become. It is the certificate that dictates your restrictions. When you hear reference to a rating this is applicable to the various types and classes of aircraft you will be able to pilot. Bruce Hogan explains:

-Flight Instructor, Airline transport pilot or Commercial pilot will afford you the possibility of making a career out of your Pilot training.

Private pilot, recreational pilot, sport pilot, and student pilot licenses all have their own restrictions attached to these certificates and for the most part, you will not be able to earn a living as a Pilot in these categories.
When it comes to ratings these are applicable to the three categories that you can use for a career as well as the Private Pilots. The ratings refer to the aircraft such as airplanes that are single engine land, single engine sea, and multi engine land. There are ratings for instrument, glider and rotorcraft or helicopter.

Speaking of ratings and pilot training, we are offering a excerpt form the recent article in aviatime that talks about expanding your pilot career to operate advanced aircrafts in the aviation industry. Please visit this link for a full story.

Both young and experienced pilots face the same issue – which type rating one should obtain in order to best meet the market demand thus gaining a higher salary and being granted a longer contract. Today the ‘classical’ Airbus A320 remains one of the most popular aircraft type with approx. 4900 operating units. With an average fleet age and the number of passengers to increase with every year, many air companies are securing their future business development by ordering new aircraft and designing strategies regarding new deliveries in advance.
Flight School Pro Pilot Programs
The flight training programs at Aviator Academy are designed to provide what the airline industry demands of future commercial pilots. The training you will receive at Aviator is one of the most intensive and challenging programs offered in aviation today.

The school's new 37,000 sq. ft. training facilities are open from 7 am to 6 pm daily and provisions are made to access the aircraft for flight training 24 hours-a-day, rain or shine.

During your flight training you will fly a total of 259 hours, of which 200 hours will be in a multi-engine aircraft. The ground school portion is a structured classroom environment. You will receive a minimum of 523 instructional hours, including all of the ground and flight training. Six months of housing are included in the cost of the Professional Pilot Program (with instructor ratings). After your flight training, you will have the opportunity to become an entry level flight instructor.

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]]>Aviator CollegeWed, 02 May 2012 18:58:22 GMThttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/203-type-of-pilot-certificate-dictates-pilot-job-opportunities.aspxFlight Training for a Jet Pilothttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/202-flight-training-for-a-jet-pilot.aspxBefore considering commercial jet training, pilot students should have their 40 hour requirements completed in addition to the specific time requirements for single engine airplane. These requirements are:
  • 3 hours of cross-country flight training in a single-engine airplane;
  • 3 hours of night flight training in a single-engine airplane that includes 1) One cross-country flight of over 100 nautical miles total distance; and 2)10 takeoffs and 10 landings to a full stop (with each landing involving a flight in the traffic pattern) at an airport.
  • 3 hours of flight training in a single-engine airplane on the control and maneuvering of an airplane solely by reference to instruments
  • 3 hours of flight training in preparation for the practical test in a single-engine airplane, which must have been performed within 60 days preceding the date of the test
  • 10 hours of solo flight time in a single-engine airplane, consisting of at least 5 hours of solo cross-country time; One solo cross-country flight of at least 150 nautical miles total distance
The transition from a light single-engine training aircraft, or light twin aircraft for that matter, to the cockpit of a large commercial jet aircraft is an overwhelming challenge for any inexperienced pilot. The procedures and culture of a commercial multi-crew cockpit is completely different and new; the feel of the controls, interfacing with the automation, the complex aircraft systems, the increase of speed and accelerated pace of the flow, cockpit protocol, the list seems endless. An inexperienced pilot simply doesn’t know what he doesn’t know; the basic procedural knowledge that is absolutely crucial to effectively function in the large jet multi-crew cockpit environment. One of the primary reasons airlines require a type rating is to insure that you have proven to actually have the knowledge and skills to function in a multi-crew cockpit.

Attempting to accomplish this advanced training with no previous experience is like trying to build a house with all the materials but no tools. Failure to prepare for this advanced training inevitably results in extended training time at a very expensive hourly rate. The average hourly rate of a 737NG or A320 Full Flight Simulator can average $800 per hour. This is not the time or place for remedial training.

Flying a jet aircraft requires many hours of experience in smaller, slower and less complex aircraft. Experience as a pilot is measured in flight time. Most pilots are required to have 40 to 50 hours of flight time just to get their private pilot's license. By the time a pilot has gotten the other ratings typically required to fly a jet aircraft, they're looking at a minimum of 250 hours. This includes the minimum times required to obtain the following ratings: commercial and instrument. Jet aircraft that have a gross takeoff weight of over 12,500 pounds also require a specific type rating for that particular aircraft. While some regional airlines have been known to hire pilots with as little as 250 hours to fly as a first officer on a regional jet, 1,500 hours or higher is more typical. Fifteen hundred hours is also the minimum flight time required to obtain an Airline Transport Pilot rating or ATP. Most pilots in general aviation build up flight time as flight instructors. The physical requirements for flying a jet aircraft are equal to those needed to maintain a first-class physical.

Jet Transition Course at Aviator College
Aviator College's Jet Transition Course uses our state-of-the-art Bombardier CRJ-200 FTD. This two week accredited program consists of two phases. The first phase is 40 hours of classroom based ground school. The second phase is 40 hours in our visual CRJ FTD, of which 20 hours are in the right seat and 20 hours are in the left seat.

The Aviator instructors teaching this course are former CRJ airline pilots. At completion of this course, you will receive a graduation certificate for a Turbine Transition course. Private bedroom accommodation is included during your stay.

Contact us for course start dates - only 6 students per class. $1000 deposit (non-refundable) due on arrival.

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]]>Aviator CollegeMon, 30 Apr 2012 17:37:00 GMThttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/202-flight-training-for-a-jet-pilot.aspxFlight Training Beginningshttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/200-flight-training-beginnings.aspxBecoming a pilot requires extensive and serious training. Most training courses today are a mixture of practical exercises performed in the air. Aside from this, there is theoretical learning performed on the ground. The initial training is designed especially for beginners. Specialized trainings are done as the student advances.

Flight training can be extremely demanding emotionally, mentally and physically. Once the student made the decision to start to flight training, a student should do so with great self discipline and determination. With the training and the right resources, most people can learn to fly an aircraft at the basic level.

Learning to fly an airplane can be done for fun or for profit. There are several different classes of pilots' licenses in the private and commercial categories, as well as military flight certifications. The most basic class of license is the Private Pilot's license. According to the Federal Aviation Administration, private pilots can fly planes anywhere in the country, but can't receive payment for flying. The first step to obtaining any pilot's license is getting a student permit for flying. Listed below are some guidelines you can follow to begin your flight training suggested by Hans Fredrick:

  1. Pass your medical exam. In order to obtain any type of pilot's license you are required to pass a medical exam. There are different types of medical tests that might be administered if you're trying to learn to fly through the military rather than through a private flight school. You need at least a third-class medical certificate to obtain a student pilot certificate.


  2. Register in a flight school with FAA-approved flight instructors. These are known as Certified Flight Instructors, or CFIs. Almost everything in terms of pilot training is denoted in terms of hours. You will have to fly for a certain number of hours with an instructor before you can apply for your private license. You must have logged at least 40 total hours of flight time, 20 of which must be with an instructor, before you can apply.



  3. Apply for your pilot's license. Although you can fly solo with a student's pilot license, there are restrictions. Once you have logged the required number of hours, you should apply for your full pilot's license.


  4. Take further training to move up to larger and commercial aircraft. The next logical step in training is to obtain an instrument rating, or IR. Then, you can apply to study for your commercial pilot's license, or CPL. In order to obtain a CPL, you will have to log a minimum of 250 hours of flight time. These requirements are reduced if you train in a FAA-certified flight school.


Determining the cost of flight school is the most difficult part of receiving your pilot's license. On average, obtaining a pilot's license will cost about $4,000. Because of a variety of factors, it is very difficult to get an exact estimate of what your flight school will cost.

Before spending thousands of dollars on your college education and or flight training school, we recommend you come and visit us here at the Aviator College of Aeronautical Science & Technology. The tour will consist of visiting with our instructors and students, a tour of the maintenance facility, the airplanes and our housing. We will also schedule for you to ride along on one of our training flights. For further information and to make reservations, please feel free to contact Admissions at 772-466-4822.


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]]>Aviator CollegeWed, 25 Apr 2012 19:45:00 GMThttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/200-flight-training-beginnings.aspxHourly Requirments for Commercial Pilot Certificationhttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/199-hourly-requirments-for-commercial-pilot-certification.aspxA commercial pilot license allows you to be paid as a professional pilot. An individual with a private pilot's license cannot be paid for flying a plane to carry passengers or cargo. The pilot must have at least a commercial rating. The Federal Aviation Administration, the agency that governs flight activities in the United States, issues commercial pilot licenses to individuals who meet the agency's minimum flying time requirements. The starting point to acquiring a commercial pilot license is a private pilot license. Outlined below are requirements and hours of flying time needed to obtain a commercial pilot certification written by Elias Westnedge.

General Requirements
The FAA has different total flight time minimums for commercial pilot licenses based on which type of flight schools students attend. Individuals attending Part 61 schools, which provide unstructured training curricula, must amass a minimum of 250 hours of total flying time before receiving commercial pilot licenses. In contrast, students in Part 141 flight training centers, which provide highly structured, planned aviation instruction, need only complete 190 hours of total flying time before getting a commercial pilot license.

FAA-certified Part 141 approved flight program At Aviator Flight Training Academy

Our FAA-certified Part 141 approved flight programs provide students with the skills and experience demanded by today’s commercial aviation industry. Aviator is accredited by the ACCSC (Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges).

Our Professional Pilot Program is set in a flight training, structured environment to ensure the student receives the knowledge that is required to be a professional pilot.  This program is from 0 hours to over 250 hours, of which 200 hours will be multi-engine time.  The program includes Private Pilot Single Engine through the Multi-Engine Flight Instructor Certificate. Cross Country flying is coast-to-coast, if desired.

At Aviator, all flight training is logged in aircraft. Our Flight Training Devices (FTDs) are used for ground training purposes only. NO FTDs (SIMULATORS) ARE USED FOR FLIGHT TIME TOWARDS YOUR RATINGS!


Cross-Country Flying Time
The FAA defines cross-country flying as any trip beginning at one airport and ending at another. Cross-country flying experience is a key part of commercial pilot training. Students training with Part 61 flight schools need to have at least 50 hours of cross-country flying time to earn a commercial license, including at least one day and one night cross-country flight to destinations at least 100 nautical miles from their home airports. Students enrolled in Part 141 training centers are exempt from the cross-country requirements, but must still complete the two 100-nautical-mile trips.



Pilot-in-Command Time
In addition to training time with certified flight instructors, commercial pilot license candidates also must complete several hours of flight time on their own, which the FAA calls "pilot-in-command," or PIC, time. To earn a commercial pilot license under Part 61, a person must complete at least 100 hours of PIC time. An individual doing flight training at a Part 141 training school only needs 10 hours of pilot-in-command flight experience to become eligible for a commercial pilot license.



Complex-Aircraft Time
Pilots looking to earn commercial certificates in airplanes must undergo several training flights in "complex" aircraft, which are airplanes that have constant-speed propellers, flaps and retractable landing gear or a turbine engine. Regardless of whether students train at Part 61 or Part 141 schools, they need to complete a minimum of 10 hours of flight instruction in such airplanes.



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]]>Aviator CollegeMon, 23 Apr 2012 17:04:09 GMThttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/199-hourly-requirments-for-commercial-pilot-certification.aspxFlight Instructor Jobs At Flight Training Centers and Academieshttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/198-flight-instructor-jobs-at-flight-training-centers-and-academies.aspxFlight instructors are licensed by the Federal Aviation Administration, or FAA, to give flight and ground training to pilots. Certified flight instructors, commonly known in the aviation industry as CFIs, are employed by many institutions including universities, flight training centers and aircraft manufacturers. CFI salaries vary widely based on employer and location.

Certified Flight Instructors, or CFIs, teach students how to fly an airplane. CFIs offer instruction on private piloting, instrument and commercial training and ground instruction. They also perform FAA-regulated flight check outs and proficiency checks. Depending upon the level of training, a CFI can teach either single- or multi-engine courses as well.

Becoming A Flight Instructor
Before you can begin training for certification as a flight instructor, you'll need to hold a valid commercial pilot certificate and a current medical certificate issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Below you will find some instructions and guidelines on how to become a flight instructor (source: ehow).

Complete private pilot training and obtain your private pilot license. To complete this training, you must be at least 17 years old at the time of your FAA check ride for this license. You must also pass a medical exam, knowledge exam, practical flight and oral exam and meet the flight requirements demonstrating your ground course experience, solo flight capabilities and cross-country flying, all under visual flight rules (VFR).

Obtain your instrument rating. For this rating, you learn to fly using instrument flight rules (IFR) so that you may fly in less then favorable weather such as rain showers, low visibility and foggy conditions. You learn how to conduct an IFR approach into an airport for landing the airplane.



Become a commercial pilot. This license allows you to fly for hire, unlike a private pilot who may only fly for leisure purposes. In addition to having your private pilot license with instrument rating, you must pass a second-class medical exam and be at least 18 years old with 250 hours of total flight time. Of that time, you must meet the 10-hour multi-engine flight time if you plan to fly multi-engine aircraft for hire, meet the requirements for cross-country time and pilot in command (PIC) time. Like the private license, you must also pass a practical flight and oral exam, as well as a knowledge exam.



Take a CFI course, which includes a curriculum on how to fly the airplane from the right, or instructor's seat, while teaching the fundamentals of piloting to a student. CFI courses include extensive training on the responsibility of teaching a student while maintaining safety at all times. This course also explains flight techniques, calmly correcting errors and encouraging students' learning.

Maintain CFI performance and medical status in accordance to FAA regulations.

Flight Instructor Careers

University Instructor
Several universities in the United States have aviation programs, and these colleges frequently hire flight instructors to train aviation students. In addition to providing flight instruction, CFIs may also teach classes or offer tutoring sessions. In order to teach flight at a university, a CFI license, bachelor's degree in aviation or a related field, and industry experience is necessary.



Flight Training Center Instructor
Many CFIs find employment at flight schools located at general aviation airports. These flight schools can be small, family-owned operations or large training centers that produce hundreds of pilots per year. CFIs give flight and ground instruction, and may also teach classes. Requirements vary for instructor positions at flight schools; generally, a CFI certificate with an instrument rating is all that is required. A multi-engine instructor rating is desirable.

Airline Manufacturer Instructor
Many CFIs find employment at aircraft manufacturers, where they teach aircraft owners how to fly their new aircraft. Generally, in addition to CFI and instrument instructor ratings, aircraft manufacturer instructors need flight time in the type of aircraft that the manufacturer makes, as well as a type rating in that aircraft, if applicable. (source)

Flight Instructors at Aviator Flight Training Academy
Faculty and Flight Training Instructors are hired directly from the ranks of our graduating student population and have more than 200 hours of multi-engine flight time. The Faculty at Aviator College hold a minimum of a Bachelors Degree and teach all flight training, classroom based courses. The Academy Flight Instructors are hired directly from the ranks of Aviator graduates. The Flight Training Instructors work one-on-one with their students in the air. Students often complete the entire program with the same Flight Training Instructor, which allows them to find a comfortable relationship and learn faster.

Flight Training Instructors are available to fly with students 24 hours-a-day, rain or shine. We encourage our Flight Training Instructors to provide actual instrument flight time with their students whenever possible to gain real-world experience. Our Flight Training Instructors continue to grow in their skills while flying in the high density traffic operations of Florida’s airspace.

We average a 90-100% employment as most stay on with us as flight instructors. In the degree program you will immediately establish an employment history as your last two semesters include a paid internship as an instructor. Our US students, usually stay on with us for 6 months to a year until they have earned the hours that they need to apply with the company they are interested in. We've also started developing more relationships with Regionals, like GoJet and Compass, and are working on some agreements with them for some interviewing and student hiring.

To speak with an instructor contact the college at 772-672-8222.

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]]>Sofia SapojnikovaFri, 20 Apr 2012 16:27:00 GMThttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/198-flight-instructor-jobs-at-flight-training-centers-and-academies.aspxFlight Training Programs in USAhttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/197-flight-training-programs-in-usa.aspxThe aviation field is broad and covers numerous skills and competences. Aviation training programs cover piloting, flight attendants, aviation mechanics and aircraft dispatch. Aviation training programs are open for those looking to start or advance a career in the aviation industry or the adventurous individuals with a passion for piloting. As much as aviation is fun it is quite demanding as it involves travel and working long hours.

Aviation training programs that target piloting are industry and government regulated. The curriculum for these aviation training programs, and the required flight hours for licensing are regulated by the relevant industry bodies. However other aviation training programs' curricula such as flight attendants and flight dispatch are less regulated. Some airlines even run their own internal aviation training programs for their staff.

Due to increased vigilance in aviation security there have been significant limitations in aviation training for pleasure or for sport. These restrictions have also increased the cost of pilot training as aviation training schools try to meet compliance standards. Required training on flight safety and other safety drills have caused aviation training programs to be reviewed to factor in more lessons on the same.

Although there are many schools offering aviation training programs, you should be on the look out for facilities, instructors and standards. Seek references from friends and family where possible and make use of credible online references. This will ensure you get world class training that will not only help you secure a job but that will ensure your personal safety. In aviation training programs, practical training is very important and therefore attending a school with the requisite facilities and equipment cannot be gainsaid.

Aviation training programs for pilots involve theory and several hours of flying. Normally flying licenses are classified as commercial pilot license, private pilot license and flight instructor license. These licenses are given according to the level of training and flying experience measured in flight hours. For instance generally to get a commercial pilot license you require at least 250 hours of piloting time broken down into day and night time flight and flight with and without an instructor.

Flight Training Programs at Aviator Flight Training Academy
For more than 27 years Aviator has been the leader in multi-engine flight training. We have provided over 5000 professional pilots to the airline industry, both nationally and worldwide, through our Professional Pilot Flight Training Programs. Our FAA-certified Part 141 approved flight programs provide students with the skills and experience demanded by today’s commercial aviation industry. Aviator is accredited by the ACCSC (Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges).

Our Professional Pilot Program is set in a flight training, structured environment to ensure the student receives the knowledge that is required to be a professional pilot. This program is from 0 hours to over 250 hours, of which 200 hours will be multi-engine time. The program includes Private Pilot Single Engine through the Multi-Engine Flight Instructor Certificate. Cross Country flying is coast-to-coast, if desired.

When you choose Aviator, all flight training is logged in aircraft. Our Flight Training Devices (FTDs) are used for ground training purposes only. NO FTDs (SIMULATORS) ARE USED FOR FLIGHT TIME TOWARDS YOUR RATINGS!

This “hands-on” approach provides the best flight training environment for pilots of the future. We encourage training in actual instrument conditions. Flying at the Aviator is 24 hours-a-day, rain or shine. Aviator flight training programs offer more actual multi-engine time than any other school in the country. Our fleet of multi-engine aircraft are equipped with GPS and are being converted to EFIS Systems (Glass Cockpits). Come and take a tour and see the Aviator difference.

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]]>Aviator CollegeWed, 18 Apr 2012 18:40:11 GMThttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/197-flight-training-programs-in-usa.aspxChapter 33 Post 9/11 Benefits for Academic Tuition and Flight Training Feeshttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/196-chapter-33-post-911-benefits-for-academic-tuition-and-flight-training-fees.aspxThe Post-9/11 GI Bill provides financial support for education and housing to individuals with at least 90 days of aggregate service after September 10, 2001, or individuals discharged with a service-connected disability after 30 days. You must have received an honorable discharge to be eligible for the Post-9/11 GI Bill.

Post 9/11 Benefits and Eligibility
Veterans who have served a minimum of 90 days active duty since September 10, 2001 and have received an honorable discharge qualify for the new Post-9/11 GI Bill. If your service is between 90 days and 36 months you will receive a percentage of the benefits between 40-90%, depending on how long you've served. If you have 36 months or more total since 9/11 you will qualify for full 100% benefits on qualifying education. Alternately, if you've been discharged due to a service-related disability and have at least 30 continuous days on active duty, you qualify for 100%. Even if you were ROTC or attended a service academy and were thus ineligible for the Montgomery GI Bill, you are now eligible for the new bill (but your active duty clock toward the 90 days to 36 months doesn't start until you've completed the initial service obligation for your program).

School Tuition and Fees
The Post 9-11 GI Bill will pay eligible individuals:
  • Your full tuition & fees directly to the school for all public school in-state students. For those attending private or foreign schools tuition & fees are capped at $17,500 per academic year. If you are attending a private Institution of Higher Learning in AZ, MI, NH, NY, PA, SC or TX you may be eligible for a higher tuition reimbursement rate. Click here for more information.
  • For those attending a more expensive private school or a public school as a non-resident out-of-state student, a program exists which may help to reimburse the difference. This program is called the “Yellow Ribbon Program”. (Click on the link for more information about the Yellow Ribbon Program, not everyone is eligible for the program). 
For those attending classes at the greater than ½ time rate, a monthly housing allowance (MHA) based on the Basic Allowance for Housing for an E-5 with dependents at the location of the school. For those enrolled solely in distance learning the housing allowance payable is equal to ½ the national average BAH for an E-5 with dependents ($673.44 for the 2011 academic year & $684.00 for the 2012 academic year). For those attending foreign schools (schools without a main campus in the U.S.) the MHA rate is fixed at $1,346.88 for the 2011 academic year & $1,368.00 for the 2012 academic year. The academic year begins on August 1. (Active duty students & their spouses cannot receive the MHA.) 

  • An annual books & supplies stipend of $1,000 paid proportionately based on enrollment. 

  • A one-time rural benefit payment for eligible individuals.
This benefit provides up to 36 months of education benefits, generally benefits are payable for 15 years following your release from active duty.

The Post-9/11 GI Bill also offers some service members the opportunity to transfer their GI Bill to dependents.

A Post-9/11 GI Bill is available to former and current members of the United States military to help them pay for a college education. According to GIBill.com:
"Effective August 1, 2009, the Post-9/11 GI Bill is among the most comprehensive education benefit programs veterans and active-duty servicemembers have ever had."
Students must choose a school that is approved by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to receive this funding. Schools and universities across the U.S. accept the GI Bill.

Aviator College is approved by the Veteran's Administration under the GI Bills for both academic tuition and flight training fees
. Prospective student who performed active duty after September 10, 2001 have additional eligiblity for funding. Read about the new VA benefit in a letter from the Director of VA Education Services http://www.gibill.va.gov

All pilots must now present a valid passport or birth certificate upon arrival. For any additional information please contact our Financial Aid Department.

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]]>Aviator CollegeMon, 16 Apr 2012 18:52:00 GMThttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/196-chapter-33-post-911-benefits-for-academic-tuition-and-flight-training-fees.aspxAircraft Types Offered in Flight Traininghttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/194-aircraft-types-offered-in-flight-training.aspxChoosing a flight school for your flight training requires a good research that covers location, flight instructors, quality of flight training programs and their prices, weather and many other important factors. Since being a pilot is all about love of flying and building skills to maneuver the aircrafts, future pilots need to know what type of aircraft is used in flight training. When you narrow down your selection of flight schools, do your research on fleet condition. Try to speak to students attending the flight school of your choice and get as much information as possible.

Are the planes new? If not, how old are they? How many planes are in the fleet? Are they properly maintained and do you have access to the maintenance logs? A training plane should be serviced after every 100 hours of flight time. It doesn’t have to be new to fly but it does have to well-maintained. Types of single and multi-engine aircrafts used?

As the saying goes you never forget the first plane you fly. So, lets look at the types of planes used in flight training. Below you can find a great overview provided by AOPA

Piper Warrior (4-place)
For the last three decades, the training fleet has been dominated by two aircraft: the Piper Cherokee, which evolved to become the Piper Warrior, and the Cessna 150/152. Tens of thousands of pilots spent their formative flight hours in the larger four-seat Cherokee or Warrior and the diminutive two-seat Cessna. While Cherokees are less common within the training fleet today, Piper Warriors can be found at many flight schools. Warriors are also very common instrument training aircraft as well as a popular aircraft to rent. Cherokees and Warriors are two of the most common private aircraft, second in numbers only to the Cessna 172.

Piper Tomahawk (2-place)
When the original Piper Aircraft Corporation first conceived a new trainer in the mid-1970s, the company polled flight instructors to determine what traits this airplane should have. The 1978 to 1982 Tomahawk delivers what these special customers ordered: an airplane that provides honest response to pilot inputs, a comfortable cabin with great visibility, and big-airplane-style handling. The control forces and sensitivities match those of the Learjet 35, making transitions to larger aircraft the easiest of any basic trainer, hence the Tomahawk's popularity with U.S. Air Force flying clubs.

Cessna 172 (4-place)
Though strictly speaking it's not a pure trainer, the 172 is one of the most common airplanes used by flight schools. There are really three Cessna Skyhawks — the newest versions, produced since 1996, are 180-horsepower and 160-hp airplanes with fuel-injected four-cylinder Lycoming engines; the 1984 through 1968 models with the 160-hp or 150-hp four-cylinder Lycomings; and the early ones (1956 to 1967) with 145-hp Continental six-cylinder engines. 172s are also very common instrument training aircraft as well as a very popular rental model. Learn to fly in a 172 and you'll be able to rent and fly from almost any fixed base operator (FBO) worldwide.

Cessna 152 (2-place)
Some people say that since then end of World War II, more pilots have learned to fly in the Cessna 150 or 152 than any other type of airplane. They're so easy to fly that they're often affectionately called the Land-O-Matic after a term used by Cessna in its old marketing campaigns. These two Cessna models leave complexity behind in favor of low operating costs, reliability, and ease of use. However, these same easygoing flying qualities can make transitioning to a larger aircraft later more difficult.

Diamond Eclipse and Evolution DA20-C1 (2-place)
After the success of Diamond's new-generation composite Katana DA20-C1, designers decided to make their trainer even better. They rolled out the DA20-C1 Eclipse (shown in photo) and the DA20-C1 Evolution. The two-place piston-engine aircraft are made of composite construction (like the Katana) that creates an aerodynamically clean airframe. The Eclipse features wraparound cockpit visibility, fighter jet-like entry and stick control, stable flight characteristics, and modern avionics. The Evolution is essentially the same as the Eclipse only with fewer bells and whistles to make it a more affordable trainer. The Evolution has a less elaborate avionics package, less interior trim, and no rear window.

Aircraft Manufacturing & Development (AMD) Alarus (2-place)
What matters most in a training airplane is function, reliability, durability, and, of course, affordability. And that's just what you'll get with Aircraft Manufacturing and Development's (AMD) Alarus. Created to be a lower-cost, certified alternative for flight schools wishing to purchase new trainer fleets, the two-seat Alarus is also attracting student owners who want to purchase an airplane in which to earn that first certificate.

Liberty XL2 (2-place)
One of the newest airplanes in the training fleet, the Liberty XL2 is the next generation training aircraft that offers flight schools a two-seat aircraft certified for IFR at very reasonable pricing. The aircraft's high levels of safety, performance, comfort, economy, and affordability are big draws for the Liberty. As is its clean-sheet design and good handling characteristics. New two-seat training airplanes are rare, and the Liberty XL2 has cemented itself as one of the best.

Robinson R22 Beta II and Schweizer 300CB (2-place)
Robinson's R22, shown in the photograph, is by far the most widely used helicopter in the flight training industry. Designer Frank Robinson earned his success by building exceptionally engineered helicopters at a cost well below that of his competitors. Robinson has continued his tradition of innovative engineering by introducing several design changes to the R22 Beta model, including a four-seat model that has been very popular.
Schweizer introduced the 300CB in August 1995. The company moved the pilot's position from the left seat to the more traditional (for helicopters) right seat; installed a less-expensive, lower-powered engine with a longer interval between overhauls; and reduced the gross weight. The visibility is great; the pilot can look back and see the main rotor drive assembly and the tail rotor. The cabin is wide and comfortable, allowing the largest of students plenty of elbow room.

Aviator College Aircraft & Maintenance
Our fleet consists of 14 multi-engine and 12 single engine aircraft. Aviator Fleet
The Aviator fleet is made up of multi-engine and single-engine aircraft. The primary aircraft used in our training programs are the Beechcraft BE-76 Duchess and the Cessna 172 Skyhawk, both well known as training aircraft the world over. Our fleet also includes a Piper Arrow and a J-3 Cub. All aircraft are maintained in our maintenance facilities located here at the St. Lucie County International Airport. We average more than 35,000 hours of flight time per year. They are all equipped for VFR and IFR flight per FAR 91.205 (except the J-3 Cub which is VFR Day only).

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]]>Aviator CollegeWed, 11 Apr 2012 17:18:42 GMThttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/194-aircraft-types-offered-in-flight-training.aspxTypes of Pilot Training Schoolshttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/177-types-of-pilot-training-schools.aspxMost airports have pilot training available, either by flying schools or individual flight instructors. A school will usually provide a wide variety of training aids, special facilities, and greater flexibility in scheduling. A number of colleges and universities also provide pilot training as a part of their curricula.

There are two types of schools. One is normally referred to as an "FAA-approved school" and the other as a "non-approved school."

Enrollment in an FAA-approved school usually ensures a high quality of training. FAA-approved schools meet prescribed standards with respect to equipment, facilities, personnel, and curricula. However, many excellent pilot schools find it impractical to qualify for the FAA certification, and are referred to as non-approved schools.

One of the differences between FAA-approved schools and non-approved schools is that fewer flight hours are required to qualify for a pilot certificate in an FAA-approved school. The requirement for a private pilot certificate is 40 hours in a non-approved school, and 35 hours in an approved school. However, since most people require 60 to 75 hours of training, this difference may be insignificant for a private pilot certificate.
Check for pilot school locations or contact your Flight Standards District Offices local FSDO for pilot schools in your area.

Choosing A Pilot Training School
You must make your own decision on where to obtain flight training. Once you have decided on a general location, you might want to make a checklist of things to look for in a school. By talking to pilots and reading articles in flight magazines, you can make your checklist and evaluate a school. Your choice of a flight school might depend on whether you are planning on obtaining a recreational or private certificate or whether you intend to pursue a career as a professional pilot. Another consideration is whether you will train part-time or full-time.

Do not make the mistake of making your determination based on financial concerns alone. The quality of training you receive is very important. Prior to making a final decision, visit the school you are considering and talk with management, instructors, and students. Evaluate the items on the checklist you developed and then take some time to think things over before making your decision.

After you have decided where you will learn to fly and have made the necessary arrangements, you are ready to start your training. An important fact: ground and flight training should be obtained as regularly and frequently as possible. This assures maximum retention of instruction and the achievement of proficiency with the least expenditure of time and money.

Flight Training at Aviator College

  • Cost Effect Flight Training & Aviation Degree. The most cost effective pilot training program with a two year degree in an aviation related field.
  • Jump Start Your Aviation Career. It makes sense in these economic times to get your Associates Degree and all the pilot training necessary to excel in the aviation industry now and work on your next degree at your own pace!
  • More Multi-Engine Time. Our Aeronautical Science Program includes more multi-engine time than any other college or flight training program.
  • No Flight Training Time Logged in Training Devices (Simulators). The College has a state of the art 37,000 square foot facility, featuring a CRJ Level 5 Flight Training Device (Simulator). FTDs are not used towards your flight time for any ratings!
  • Job Placement Assistance with Regional Airlines for our Flight School Graduates. Aviator offers job placement assistance for our flight school graduates!
Aviator college invites you to schedule a visit. Once you tour our facility, you will see for yourself that not all flight training schools are the same – Aviator College is one of the best flight training schools in the country.

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]]>Sofia SapojnikovaWed, 07 Mar 2012 17:03:00 GMThttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/177-types-of-pilot-training-schools.aspxFlight Training and Preparation for Private Pilot Licensehttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/174-flight-training-and-preparation-for-private-pilot-license.aspxA commercial aviation license is one of the most coveted and sacred certificates you can receive. The benefits and privileges are great and the responsibilities are enormous. Acquiring a license can be a formidable task.

Flight Training
All pilots who are paid to fly must have a license from the Federal Government. Pilots must be at least 18 years old and must have flown at least 250 hours to qualify for a private pilot license. To get a commercial airline pilot's license, a person must be at least 23 years old, and the person must have flown for a total of 1,500 hours or have gone to a flight school for pilots.

The overall purpose of flight training is the learning and honing of basic airmanship skills. These skills are defined as:
  • A complete familiarity with the principles of flight.
  • The ability to operate an aircraft with competence and precision on the ground and in the air, and the exercise of good judgment that results in optimal operational safety and efficiency.
Aviation Colleges
The Aeronautical Science Program prepares the graduate for a career in the aviation industry by providing a strong foundation in mathematics, physics, aeronautical sciences, aeronautical technology, and the aviation industry. The graduate will receive an Associate of Science Degree, ratings through Flight Instructor Multi-Engine, including the ratings necessary to obtainintermediate level employment. The flight training sequence for this program consists of of four flight-training modules plus additional flight training as specified in each option.

There are many types of pilot's licenses in the United States, providing graduated privileges for operating different types of aircraft under different conditions. Unlike driver's licenses, which are issued by each state, pilot's licenses are issued by the Federal Aviation Administration, and so the requirements and regulations are identical throughout the country.

If you have been developing an interest in becoming a pilot then you will be interested in knowing that you have quite a selection of pilot categories to choose from. You will be best able to determine the most feasible for you by learning the basics about each of them and seeing which one best suit's the goals you have set for yourself.

Types of Pilot Licenses
  1. Student Pilot License (SPL)
  2. Private Pilot License (PPL)
  3. Commercial Pilot License (CPL)
  4. Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL)
Student Pilot License (SPL)
This is the first pilot license one would need to fly an airplane as a pilot-in-command. When you are flying and receiving training from a flight instructor, you do not need any license. However, at some point during your training your instructor would get out of the airplane and would want you to go up on your own. This is called a solo, and the first one is called the first solo. And for this solo, and all the subsequent ones, you need a student pilot license. Typically, you would need this until you reach 40-50 hours of total flight time and get your Private Pilot License (PPL). An SPL is good for 24 months, and the process to get it is pretty simple. You will also need an Pilot Medical Certificate. Usually you would get both of them together.

Private Pilot PPL and Commercial Pilot CPL
A Private Pilot License (PPL) is the minimum required for a pilot to take passengers up with him or her. Once you have your PPL, you can take your family and friends up with you whenever you go fly around. You will need to take a written and a practical test to get your PPL. But don’t worry, it is all covered during your training as an SPL holder. A PPL in the United States does not expire.

Commercial Pilot License (CPL)
A Commercial Pilot License (CPL) is what you would need to get a job, and get paid as a pilot. If you want to join the airlines as a pilot, this is the minimum requirement. You will need about 250 hours total flight time to get your CPL. Again there is no expiration date on this license.
Just like your Private, you would need to pass a written and a practical exam to get your Commercial Pilot License.

Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL)
This is the big-daddy of all the pilot certificates or licenses. To be a Captain with an airline, you would need to have an Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL). You need to have at least 1500 hours of flight time to qualify for this. This license does not have any expiration date either.
Just to clarify, you need a Commercial Pilot License to get a job with an airline as a co-pilot or a first officer. But to become a Captain eventually, you need an Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL).
If you decide that you would like something with a few less restrictions then you could consider a Recreational Pilot license. The requirements are very similar to a Private Pilot license but have more limitations.

Pilot Ratings
Pilot ratings are additional qualifications that you can add to an existing Pilot’s license to enhance your abilities as a pilot. The examples are: Instrument Rating and Multi Engine Rating.

Instrument Rating (IR)
An Instrument Rating (IR) is what’s required to be able to fly an airplane inside and through the clouds, and at times of low visibility. The training involves the pilot to learn how to fly an airplane simply by looking at flight instruments inside the cockpit. If you are on a career path to be an airline pilot then this is a must. IR is a requirement to get a job with an airline, and also to qualify for an Airline Transport Pilot. This is usually obtained after your get your Private Pilot License, and before you get your Commercial Pilot License.

Multi-Engine Rating
Most of your training will be done on single engine airplanes (SE), like Cessna and Piper. However, to qualify for an airline pilot position, you will need to be qualified to fly airplanes with multiple engines. Most airline airplanes have more than one engine. And this training is called Multi-Engine Rating (ME). Most people get their Multi-Engine Rating along with or right after their Commercial Pilot License.

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]]>Aviator CollegeFri, 02 Mar 2012 14:12:00 GMThttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/174-flight-training-and-preparation-for-private-pilot-license.aspxWhat To Know About Flight Training Degree Programhttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/168-what-to-know-about-flight-training-degree-program.aspxChoosing a flight training school is not an easy task. After looking at a variety of brochures and websites, they all start to look the same. It becomes difficult to separate good a flight school from those who are simply good at selling themselves.

Besides the obvious items such as location, type of aircraft, and availability of student loans, there are many other items to consider when selecting your flight school. Often these items are not in the brochures aviation flight training colleges send out to you.

Regardless of which aviation flight training college you choose, you still will leave with the required FAA certificates for your career in aviation. That's assuming that the flight school uses a structured syllabus, you apply yourself and never forget your part of that equation. However, choosing a good flight school can make your flight training experience enjoyable, as opposed to a tedious task.

Here is a partial list to help you ask questions to select the best aviation school for your flight training:
  • Size of your classes
  • A list of charges not included in the package price - and there always are items like this. That's normal, because not everyone learns at the same rate.
  • Average age and experience of the educational team.
  • The general weather conditions in the area. This means you should watch for words like “365 days of sunshine.” Is the weather comfortable to learn in and how much time each day is really flyable?
  • Are you paying for flying time only, and if not what are the other costs that will impact the total expense and speed at which you complete your training?
  • Many career schools claim to have connections with an airline or even several airlines. This is something that often is not valuable to you.
  • The airline industry is in a state of constant change - it is nearly impossible to tell who will be hiring when you are done with your education and finished building your flight experience.
  • Be careful of the guaranteed interview, and never pick a school for the so-called guaranteed job. This may not be a wise investment of your money; it may just be a marketing effort by the school. Be sure to ask how many students got interviews, jobs and how long it took them to get hired. 
Flight Training Degree Program at Aviator College
It is highly recommended candidates visit the college and complete an interview with Admissions. Click on the "Schedule a Visit" on learn more.

1. Complete the Online Application & Deposit Form, Your deposit will be held on your student account and will secure your enrollment date.
2. All students submit a $500.00 deposit.
3. International students will be issued the I-20 upon receipt of the online application & deposit form. There is an additional $500 deposit for visa processing. Your I-20 will be issued. When you receive the I-20, please take it to the U.S. Embassy in your country for approval. Please inform the school of your arrival date and flight information two weeks prior to arrival. A school representative will meet you at the airport to welcome you to the USA and Aviator College.Remember we must have a complete physical address in order to have a courier service deliver the I-20.
4. Submit all required eligibility documentation including, an "official transcript" stamped, sealed and sent directly from all colleges attended, copies of any pilot certificates received, college entrance examination scores (ACT, SAT, CLAST or equivalent), TOFEL scores (if required), a 500 word essay entitled "Why I Want To Be A Pilot" and any material that will help the registrars office determine eligibility for enrollment and transfer credit. Note you may send an unofficial transcript for planning purposes, however the college must have an official transcript on file before the start of classes. You may email, fax or mail these documents.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the Aviator College at 772-672-8222.

IMPORTANT! Arrive at the Campus early enough allow time for the following before classes start:
  • Register for classes for the current semester
  • Make tuition payment for the classes registered for
  • Complete and sign the Enrollment Agreement and Housing Lease Agreement
  • Read and sign for acceptance of the College Catalog containing the policies of the College
  • Complete the Transportation Safety Administration information file, including the online test
  • Receive an identification badge to access the airport property

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]]>Sofia SapojnikovaTue, 21 Feb 2012 19:37:00 GMThttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/168-what-to-know-about-flight-training-degree-program.aspxFlight Training Career Begins With Good Flight Schoolhttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/165-flight-training-career-begins-with-good-flight-school.aspxMore than any other vocation, commercial piloting is a business of professionals. It is important that you keep a professional attitude at all times. A pilot becomes one with the airplane instead of simply the operator of a machine. An accomplished pilot demonstrates the ability to assess situations quickly and accurately and analyze the correct procedure to be followed under the circumstance; to understand the probable results of a given set of circumstances or of a proposed procedure; to exercise care and due regard for safety; to gauge accurately the performance of the airplane; and to recognize personal limitations and limitations of the airplane and avoid approaching the critical points of each. The development of airmanship skills requires effort and dedication on the part of both the student pilot and the flight instructor, beginning with the very first training flight where proper habit formation begins with the student being introduced to good operating practices. Where do you get skills required to become a pilot?
This begins at flight training school.

There are over 300 two- and four-year colleges with aviation programs and aviation schools in the United States and world-wide that offer various aviation programs (including non-engineering programs) to students interested in pursuing a career in aviation. Many of the aviation programs will allow you to either earn an aviation diploma, certificate or rating, aviation degree, an Associates and/or Bachelors degree (which is dependent on the type of school and their aviation programs).

Why an Aviation Flight School or Aviation College?

Aviation schools and aviation colleges provide the best learning and training environments for students to succeed and prepare for a career in aviation. You may already be aware of the many benefits of going to college such as better paying jobs, access to a wider range of career choices, and exposure to a wide range of people and cultures. Going to an aviation school or aviation college also has many benefits.

Flight School Benegits
  • Gain greater knowledge and expand your skills in a specific aviation career field.
  • Earn an aviation degree, an associate’s degree, and/or bachelor’s degree in an aviation program.
  • Access a wide range of aviation resources and tools to help you with your aviation career.
  • Participate in various aviation internship programs.
  • Increase your chances of networking with aviation employers to gain employment.
The process of preparing and applying to an aviation college can be an intimidating and confusing process. This is why it is very important to learn as much as you can about the basics of preparing and applying for college. The more you know about your options and the application process; you can make an informed decision about your educational and aviation career goals.

Flight School Selection Process


Tour the facility you are considering and meet the faculty. Do they treat you in a professional manner? If the flight school doesn’t have a professional feeling and a business-like attitude then maybe the school isn’t right for you.

Make sure the place is well-maintained and everything is in order. Check the condition of the fleet and the surrounding environment. If the facility is cluttered, unattended to or even run down, chances are your training will be the same.

How many planes are in the fleet? Are they properly maintained and do you have access to the maintenance logs? A training plane should be serviced after every 100 hours of flight time. A flight training plane doesn’t have to be new but it does need to be well-maintained.

Take a look at housing facilities at the flight school – if they offer it. Take a look at the off-campus housing market – if they don’t. Check the local real estate listings, prices and availability.

Does the flight school give you a choice of payment plans or do they want all their money up front? It is important for your aviation college to have payment plans and options.

Your flight training career begins with a flight training school. Choose wisely. Aviator College invites to schedule a visit. Get answers to all your questions.

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]]>Sofia SapojnikovaWed, 15 Feb 2012 19:07:26 GMThttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/165-flight-training-career-begins-with-good-flight-school.aspxCommercial Pilot Career and Certificatehttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/162-commercial-pilot-career-and-certificate.aspxPilot careers offer a lot of advantages. But before being able to enjoy the perks of being a pilot, one must first undergo rigorous pilot training, learn the principles of Physics and Aviation and have their license. This is so because the field of aviation is a very sensitive study; one’s action must always be precise, else lives of all the passengers will be put at stake. Apart from familiarizing yourself with Aviation academically, you must also be a person able to make credible and valid judgments, especially if you will be operating the plane as the captain. It is also important to note that a pilot, in order to become successful, must be a person who is physically fit and free of any medical condition.

Pilot careers, just like any other professions, have their fair share of advantages and disadvantages. One great and obvious advantage of being a pilot is being able to travel. As a pilot, you will be given the opportunity to travel practically around the world. What’s more astounding is that apart from the opportunity to travel for free, you are also able to have hotel reservations for a cheap price—truly one of the best perks of this profession. The monetary compensation of pilot careers is also very competitive, ranging from $25,000 as a starting salary to as much as $300,000. They are required to go to work for only 20 days at most in a month, and are given plenty of sick and hospitalization leaves. Apart from such, pilots are also given medical benefits, allowing them to be able to maintain their health and keep their form and body in top shape all the time.

Despite such advantages, pilot careers also have a negative side of the job. Even if they are required to complete less days as compared to regular office personnel, pilots spend their working time out of the house or office. They practically live most of their lives in the airplane, and only get to spend time with their family for a limited period only. Because of this, pilots tend to miss most of the social events and gatherings with their family members, and sometimes claim for it to be the cause of broken marriages. Most companies also base promotions on seniority system, which means that your promotion and advancement in the career will naturally depend on the years of service you have been giving rather than having a good performance.

There is always a positive and a negative side to everything. As a person who is considering such a career, it is important to know what these pros and cons are in order to assess and anticipate the possible outcomes of having such a career. You should not be deterred by the negative aspects of a profession. Instead, you should learn what these cons are and try to use it to your advantage in order to make your chosen path work. Being able to compensate and compromise your time in work, family and play is important. This way, you will be able to protect your career and be successful, and have a happy in life.

How to Get Commercial Pilot Certificate?
A commercial aviation license is one of the most coveted and sacred certificates you can receive. The benefits and privileges are great and the responsibilities are enormous. Acquiring a license can be a formidable task. What you need to study:

Aeronautical Knowledge
A person who applies for a commercial pilot certificate must receive and log ground training from an authorized instructor on knowledge that applies to the aircraft category and class rating sought. This includes applicable Federal Aviation regulations, accident reporting requirements of the National Transportation Safety Board, basic aerodynamics and the principles of flight, meteorology including the recognition of critical weather situations, safe and efficient operation of aircraft, principles and functions of aircraft systems, maneuvers, procedures, and emergency operations appropriate to the aircraft, night and high-altitude operations, procedures for operating within the National Airspace System - and other important topics.

Flight Proficiency
This includes preflight preparation, airport operations, takeoffs, landings and go-around, performance maneuvers, ground reference maneuvers, navigation, slow flight and stalls, emergency operations, high-altitude operations, and post-flight procedures.

Aeronautical Experience
A person who applies for a commercial pilot certificate must log at least 250 hours of flight time as a pilot that consists of at least - 100 hours in powered aircraft, 100 hours of pilot-in-command flight time and 50 hours in cross-country flight of which at least 10 hours must be in airplanes.

Aviator College prepares you for your career and helps you get your commercial pilot’s license. There are the three basic categories you need to know: aeronautical knowledge, flight proficiency and aeronautical experience.

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]]>Sofia SapojnikovaWed, 08 Feb 2012 20:42:57 GMThttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/162-commercial-pilot-career-and-certificate.aspxAccelerated Flight Traininghttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/161-accelerated-flight-training.aspxThere are many combinations to choose from to get your multi-engine FAA pilot certification, ranging from Private Multi-Engine ratings to Multi-Engine Instrument Instructor ratings to Airline Transport Pilot certificates.
The ultimate goal is to get hired by airlines, so the flight school you choose to get your flight training is extremely important. Students look for the flight school that will get them access to the most the most qualified instructors, competitive pricing and the shortest time frame available.

Experts Opinions About Accelerated Flight Training Programs
Below we have gathered some of the opinions of Flight Instructors throughout the country and what they think about the value of accelerated flight training:

Michael Phillips is a Master Flight Instructor and a charter member of the Society of Aviation and Flight Educators (SAFE). He instructs at CP Aviation in Santa Paula, California. He says:

“The simple answer is ‘maybe.’ This answer is based on working with clients who have been through an accelerated program, discussions with designated pilot examiners and personal experience.
“I know pilots and instructors who have been through various types of accelerated training programs. The results have been both positive and negative. The good programs and positive outcomes resulted from a well-designed program facilitated by professional management and instructors working with clients who have a solid foundation on which to build additional skills. They were also programs that were able to adapt to the needs of the pilot training. The programs that are lacking in these key areas may offer a service that results in a certificate, but the pilot does not feel safe, competent or confident.
“If you are considering an accelerated program, it is tantamount that you understand your situation and your learning style. Thoroughly evaluate your options and ask for a list of references so that you can speak directly with pilots who have trained in the program or flight school that you are considering.”
John King is the co-owner of King Schools. He says:
“There are many people who argue that accelerated learning will not give the student the time to learn knowledge and skill thoroughly. But within the limits of fatigue, I believe the more quickly one learns something, the better they will learn, because when a student learns over a shorter period of time, the experiences are more recent and vivid.
“There is no rule of learning that says that the longer it takes you to learn something the better you will learn it and the longer you will retain it. On the other hand, there is a rule of learning that says that the better you can make associations and correlations, the more you will understand the relationships and the better you will have the big picture, with all the pieces falling into place. So I am a fan of accelerated learning, especially in scenario-based instruction in which you learn in the context of how you will use what you learn.
“How do you know that the folks you are working with haven’t lowered the standards or left something out just to get you done in a certain time frame? Well, there are two protections for you built right into the system. They are the knowledge test and the practical test. As a general rule, if you can pass both of these tests, you know your material.
“So in my mind, there are great advantages to accelerated learning, but no matter how well you learn something, for long-term retention you need to put it into practice. It is just one more reason to keep flying.”
Rod Machado- Rod wrote and coanchored ABC’s Wide World of Flying. He is AOPA’s National CFI spokesman and a National Accident Prevention Counselor appointed by the FAA in Washington D. C. Rod is the flight instructor voice on Microsoft's Flight Simulator starting with the 2000 version through the X version and he wrote the flight lesson tutorials for the textbook that accompanies the software.

Here's what I think. Over the years I've had a chance to fly with several pilots who've been trained in these accelerated instrument courses. They were, for the most part, all competent and qualified instrument pilots. They were at least as qualified as some of the instrument pilots trained via the traditional method. In fact, when I was doing programs for ABC's Wide World of Flying video series, one of our producers earned his instrument rating at one of these accelerated programs. His training was filmed and became an episode for one of the videos. He passed his checkride and did quite well, by the way.
Do these programs work? Yes, they do. Perhaps the most important reason they do is that they have a reputation for providing highly experienced and competent instructors. I believe that this, above all, is the reason for their success. Nothing is more important than a good instructor. Nothing! This is the best reason to peruse this type of training.
Another reason accelerated programs work is because they rapidly reinforce the skills learned during instrument training. Consolidated training prevents the learning gaps that are common with a traditional instrument education when life intervenes or students run short on funds.
Yes, these programs are a little more expensive. That's because the instructor comes to your hometown to provide the training. It is, however, convenient for those who are too busy to travel. Passing the written is usually a prerequisite for beginning one of these courses.
As far as I can tell there is only one drawback to this type of instrument training. My experience indicates that if they don’t fly on instruments right after training, pilots trained in the accelerated method tend to lose confidence a bit faster than those trained in the traditional, longer method. After a month or so of filing IFR flight plans, however, there's not much difference in confidence between those trained in either method. If you're considering accelerated instrument training, then plan on doing enough instrument flying after the fact to keep your confidence level high.

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]]>Sofia SapojnikovaMon, 06 Feb 2012 19:00:54 GMThttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/161-accelerated-flight-training.aspxHow To Choose a Flight Training Schoolhttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/160-how-to-choose-a-flight-training-school.aspxYou've decided to learn to fly. Now the question is where do you go to learn to fly? There are so many flight school options, one is certain to meet your needs. The good news is that a shortage of airline pilots has turned flight training into a full-fledged industry.

What you need to think seriously about what you want and expect before jumping into the flight training career.
The reasons people decide to learn to fly seem to fall into two major categories and a couple of minor ones. Many of today's students are looking down the road at a seat in the airlines, which is a gigantic change from a decade ago when the jobs were so scarce that it wasn't even worth considering. The other major group of student pilots includes those who have reached, or passed, middle age and are finally getting to do what they've always wanted to do. The balance of the student population is made up of those who want to work an airplane into their existing business, those who simply can't live without the thrill and adventure of flying, and those who don't know for sure why they are doing it. Many of these people in all of these categories have jobs or careers that they can't or don't want to leave to pursue flight training. Others have families that require their presence on a daily basis. Still others have strict budget limitations. Each circumstance requires a different type of flight school.

In investigating any flight school, you need to determine how seriously the business takes its flight training program and how professional the approach is. The best way to answer these questions, and others, is to talk to people who are taking flight instruction there. Don't ask just one person. Ask for the names of at least five current or past students and contact all of them. When you talk to these students, get a sense of how satisfied they have been with their training experience and ask some specific questions: 
  • Were the instructors prompt?
  • Did they do both preflight and postflight briefings?
  • Were they good communicators?
  • Were the aircraft well-maintained?
  • Were the instructors honest in evaluating their students' progress?
  • Did the instructor leave the school before the student earned the rating?
Why choose Aviator College?
There is a lot to like at Aviator College. We offer “hands on” flight training in an idyllic campus setting. Our beautiful facilities, dedicated faculty and staff, and long history of providing quality aviation education ensures graduates receive the skills and knowledge required to excel in today's highly competitive aviation market.

Aviator College is a fully accredited flight school that provides the most cost effective program for a two year degree in an aviation related field. The college has a state-of-the-art 37,000 square foot training facility, featuring a CRJ Level 5 Flight Training Device (simulator) but FTD’s are not used towards your flight time for any ratings.

Our planes are second to none. We operate a fleet of more than 30 aircraft that fly over 30,000 hours yearly. All our planes are low wing and are equipped with Garmin 430’s and Aspen EFI’S.

The campus itself is in the scenic countryside. It is situated in a semi-tropical campus setting with the most up-to-date equipment and technology available. The housing complex is located on the campus. Every housing unit has four bedrooms, and four bathrooms. The bedroom may be divided into two separate rooms, saving on housing costs if you desire. The housing units are fully furnished with a television and internet access. Students have access to an outdoor pool, tennis and volleyball courts. There is a fitness center on the campus grounds.

Additional housing is located just north of Fort Pierce in Vero Beach. These houses have three bedrooms each, two baths and full kitchens.

We have payment plans to fit everyone’s budget. Sit down with one of our finance experts – they will assist you with a variety of financial aid programs, veterans benefits and career education loans.

We invite you to visit our campus, tour our facility and meet our staff. We think you will like Aviator College as much as we do.

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]]>Sofia SapojnikovaFri, 03 Feb 2012 18:28:00 GMThttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/160-how-to-choose-a-flight-training-school.aspxFlight Training in Floridahttp://www.aviator.edu/blog-129/159-flight-training-in-florida.aspxThere are a lot of flight schools in Florida and there is a good reason for that. The people are friendly, the cost of living and taxes are low and the weather is beautiful.

Florida enjoys a sub-tropical climate that promises long summers and short, mild winters. It is perfect for year-round outdoor activities and it is also perfect for flight training. The average median temperate in central Florida is 75 degrees and the skies are clear and sunny about 280 days out of the year. No wonder they call Florida the “Sunshine State.”

Applying for Flight Training School

Not all flight schools are the same. There are over 1400 of them in this country so there’s big selection to choose from. How do you decide which school is right for you? You need to do your homework even before you go to school.

We have outlined a few essential tips that will help you choose the right school to get your flight training degree.

Flight Training Facilities
Make sure the place is clean and well-maintained. Check the condition of the fleet and the surrounding environment. If the facility is cluttered, unattended to or even run down, chances are your training will be the same.

Fleet Condition
Are the planes new? If not, how old are they? How many planes are in the fleet? Are they properly maintained and do you have access to the maintenance logs? A training plane should be serviced after every 100 hours of flight time. It doesn’t have to be new to fly but it does have to well-maintained.

Professionalism and Pride
More than any other vocation, commercial piloting is a business of professionals. It is imperative that you keep a professional attitude at all times. So where does all this professionalism begin? It begins at flight school. Tour the facility you are considering and meet the faculty. Do they treat you professionally and respectfully? Are they proud about what they are doing? If the flight school doesn’t have a professional feeling and a business-like attitude then maybe the school isn’t right for you.

Housing Options for Flight Training Students
You are most likely going to be living away from home when you attend a flight school and housing can get pretty expensive. Take a look at housing facilities at the prospective flight school – if they even offer it. Check the local market for real estate listings, prices and availability.

Location
Location is just as important with a flight training school as it is with a piece of real estate property. A good location with year round temperate weather conditions is a big plus - you can log more flying hours faster, get your degree quicker and be on the way sooner to your new career.

Flight Training Financing Options
Does the flight school give you a choice of payment plans or do they want all their money up front? It is important to have payment plans and options. We are still in tough economic times and that makes it even tougher for a flight school student.

Do your research. Check on all points suggested above when you are applying for a flight school. If you have question about flight training at Aviator College –contact us for details.

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