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Might want to direct this question to quantas or cathay pacific crews to see if they know. Good luck
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How many hours of flight time is required for a private pilot's license?
The FAA requires 40 hours but most people (including myself) take more instruction depending on the type of aircraft one wishes to pilot. The average is between 60 and 65 hours.
Can one pilot fly a jet?
Most military fighter jets run with a single pilot and a flight officer. The Flight Officer is not trained to fly the aircraft.
What educational requirements are needed to become a pilot?
There are many steps to becoming a pilot. The first step is getting your private pilot certificate. Most students do their initial training in a single-engined, land-based plane. You can not be payed for being a private pilot. Then you get your instrument rating certificate. Then you get the commercial pilot rating and can get paid to fly customers.
Where can I go for flight training?
Most small airports have flight schools where one can learn to pilot an aircraft. These schools have instructors who will teach the basics and show the student how to pilot. The only way to receive a license is to complete a solo flight.
Five Things You Need to Know About Flight Training?
Cost of Flight Training The cost of flight training can vary dramatically depending upon which type of pilot certification a student chooses to study for and the fees charged by a particular flight school or instructor. A private pilot license typically costs around $7000, while a commercial pilot license can easily cost more than $40,000. Private Pilot License vs. Commercial Pilot License It is highly recommended that a flight student gives careful consideration to what type of pilot license they choose to study for. A private pilot license allows an individual to fly most forms of aircraft so long as they are not flying professionally. A commercial pilot license requires a student to obtain additional certification so that they can fly commercial aircraft as a paid professional pilot. Basic Flight Training Topics Regardless of the type of pilot license that an individual studies for, there are some basic topics that a student will need to learn to master. Some of the key topics included in the curriculum of all flight training programs include the principles of flight, national and international flight regulations, radio communication and meteorology. Pilots who intend to fly larger powered aircraft will also need to study about different types of airframes, systems and engines. FAA Flight Knowledge Test Before a flight school student can be issued a pilot license, he or she will need to pass a computer-generated FAA Flight Knowledge Test consisting of 60 multiple choice questions. These questions are based on the basic fundamentals of flight, and there are some excellent study guides available to help students prepare for the test. Progression of Pilot Certificates The most basic type of pilot certificate available to flight school students is a student pilot certificate. A student pilot certificate requires an individual to possess a third class medical certificate, pass the FAA Flight Knowledge Test and log flight training in basic flight maneuvers. A sport pilot certificate is available for students who are only interested in flying light aircraft for recreational purposes. An applicant for a sport pilot certificate must log 20 hours of flight time, including one flight of more than 75 nautical miles. A private pilot license allows a pilot to fly nearly all forms of aircraft so long as they are not compensated financially. In order to be certified as a commercial pilot, an applicant must log 250 hours of flight time, hold a private pilot license, and meet several other requirements, including night flights, solo flights and a flight test under the supervision of a FAA inspector.
How long does it take to get a pilot license?
This will depend a great deal on the trainee, and is based on a number of factors. Please note, all of this is considering you want to become a Visual Flight Rated (VFR) Single-Engine pilot in the United States:Costs - You pay for your instructor, medical certificate, pilot's materials, course materials, AND flight time (as of 2009 US$3000-US$5000 is a good starting point, but varies widely)Personal time - there is a requisite number of hours of flight time (minimum of 40, more often hitting 60-80 hours*) with an instructor, plus the actual solo, not to mention the "book" study timeEnglish proficiency (in the US)Age; 17 for a full pilot licenseThis is only the barest list for VFR pilots. You should contact a local flight school with FAA Certified Flight Instructors (CFI) for real costs / time. Most schools will take someone trying to become a private pilot part-time (after work / school) and try to work out a 4 - 6 month training schedule of approximately 2 - 3 times per week.Talk to other pilots at the local airports to see what they think of the various schools, and don't be shy about wanting to become a private pilot. One final thing that is highly recommended is taking a "Discovery" flight at the school you are considering. Very often the discovery flight is similar to an actual flight lesson, and you can chat with your would-be instructor to make sure you get along.*To earn a private pilot certificate to fly a single-engine airplane, the FAA says you must log:At least 40 hours of flight time.At least 20 hours flying with an authorized instructor (dual flight). This must include at least: 3 hours of cross-country flight3 hours of night flying, including one cross-country flight of at least 100 nautical miles3 hours of instrument training3 hours of practical test preparation with your instructorAt least 10 hours flying cross-country by yourself (solo flight)Complete a written knowledge test, as well as a practical oral and flight test
What was the name of the pilot with the most hours flying the Hawker hurricane?
barry jones
How many hours flight from LAX to Dehli?
Most flights are around 22 hours long
What post-secondary education do you need to be a pilot?
To become a pilot, you typically need a bachelor's degree in aviation, aeronautical engineering, or a related field from an accredited university or flight school. Additionally, obtaining a pilot's license from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is mandatory, and most airlines require extensive flight training and experience.
How long is the flight from Texas to the Dominican Republic?
3 hours and 45 minutes on most airlines.
Which airline employee probably has the most exciting work stories?
pilot flight attendant baggage checker traffic controller
Who informs the pilot which route he should fly?
The pilot or airline files a flight plan, then Air Traffic Control decides the route.
