{"id":386,"date":"2023-07-11T04:23:13","date_gmt":"2023-07-11T04:23:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pilotsjetway.com\/?p=386"},"modified":"2023-09-03T23:40:43","modified_gmt":"2023-09-03T23:40:43","slug":"how-to-select-the-right-school-for-pilot-training","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pilotsjetway.com\/how-to-select-the-right-school-for-pilot-training\/","title":{"rendered":"How to select the right school for pilot training"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"386\" class=\"elementor elementor-386\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-6f420d1 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"6f420d1\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-3021a42\" data-id=\"3021a42\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b1cbeda elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b1cbeda\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.20.0 - 20-03-2024 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have decided to pursue a career as a commercial pilot, and you do not want to go through a Cadet Pilot Program offered by some of the major airlines that offer flight training in their partnered training institutes, the next options you would have is to go for either an Integrated Pilot Training Program or a Modular Pilot Training Program. For either of these programs, one of the most important decisions you will have to make is which flight school to attend.<\/span><\/p><p><b>The quality and reputation of your flight training can have a significant impact on your future employment opportunities and career advancement. Therefore, you need to do your homework and choose a flight school that meets your needs and expectations.<\/b><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But how do you select a flight school for commercial pilot training? What factors should you consider? What questions should you ask? What are the <a title=\"What are the different categories of aviation?\" href=\"https:\/\/pilotsjetway.com\/what-are-the-different-categories-of-aviation\/\">different categories of aviation<\/a>? In this blog post, I will be providing step by step instructions, following which can help you in making a better choice to kick start your aviation career.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-9a7108f elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"9a7108f\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-161bd67\" data-id=\"161bd67\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3f362d5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"3f362d5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.20.0 - 20-03-2024 *\/\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}<\/style><h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">1.Create a List of Schools<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-e4820eb elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"e4820eb\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-ce24822\" data-id=\"ce24822\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d91e8ca elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d91e8ca\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-390 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/pilotsjetway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/shortlist_schools.png\" alt=\"Selecting flight schools list\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pilotsjetway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/shortlist_schools.png 800w, https:\/\/pilotsjetway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/shortlist_schools-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/pilotsjetway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/shortlist_schools-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first step in selecting a flight school is to create a list of potential schools that have good reputations and offer the program of preference. As mentioned earlier, there are two main types of programs for commercial pilot training: modular and integrated.<br \/><br \/>Before creating a list of school, one need to know the different kinds of schools that offer flight training and how each type is different for each individuals needs and preferences. You can read about <a title=\"Different types of Flight Schools\" href=\"https:\/\/pilotsjetway.com\/different-types-of-flight-schools\/\">different types of schools here<\/a>.<\/span><\/p><h3>Shortlist schools offering Modular programs:<\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Modular programs allow you to complete your training at your own pace and budget, by taking separate courses or modules that lead to different licenses or ratings.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, you can start with a private pilot license, then add an instrument rating, a commercial pilot license, a multi-engine rating, etc. Modular programs are usually cheaper and more flexible, but they may take longer and require more self-discipline and motivation.<\/span><\/p><h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shortlist schools offering Integrating Programs<\/span><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Integrated programs offer a structured and comprehensive curriculum that covers all the required training for a commercial pilot license in one package.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, you can enroll in an airline transport pilot (ATP) program that prepares you for the highest level of pilot license in one go. Integrated programs are usually faster and more intensive, but they may be more expensive and less adaptable to your personal circumstances.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on your goals, preferences, and resources, you can choose the type of program that suits you best. You can also consider other factors such as the duration, cost, location, accreditation and recognition of the program.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To find schools that offer the program of preference, you can use various sources such as:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Online databases or directories of flight schools, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.faa.gov\/pilots\/training\/atp\/media\/Institutional_Authority_List.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">this one<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.caa.co.uk\/Commercial-industry\/Pilot-licences\/Training\/Approved-training-organisations\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">this one<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Online reviews or ratings of flight schools, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pilotcareernews.com\/flight-school-reviews\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">this one<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from Pilot Career News or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pilotcareercentre.com\/FlightSchools\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">this one<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from Pilot Career Centre.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Online forums or communities of pilots or students, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pprune.org\/professional-pilot-training-includes-ground-studies\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">this one<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from PPRuNe or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/flying\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">this one<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from Reddit.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personal recommendations or referrals from friends, family or acquaintances who have attended or know about flight schools.<br \/><\/span><\/li><\/ul><div>Read more about <a title=\"What are the different types of pilot programs?\" href=\"https:\/\/pilotsjetway.com\/what-are-the-different-types-of-pilot-programs\/\">different types of pilot training programs here<\/a><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-20ded77 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"20ded77\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-da36ae4\" data-id=\"da36ae4\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6c75085 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"6c75085\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">2.Compare the Cost of Training<\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-aac5feb elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"aac5feb\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-7408c56\" data-id=\"7408c56\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-691fb79 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"691fb79\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-391 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/pilotsjetway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/comparing_costs.png\" alt=\"Comparing costs sometimes mean comparing time \" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pilotsjetway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/comparing_costs.png 800w, https:\/\/pilotsjetway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/comparing_costs-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/pilotsjetway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/comparing_costs-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cost of training is the next important factor to consider when selecting a flight school. The cost of training can vary widely depending on the type of program, the type of aircraft, the location of the school, the quality of the instructors, the availability of financial aid or scholarships, etc.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cost of training can be divided into two main categories: fixed costs and variable costs.<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fixed costs are the costs that are not affected by the number of hours you fly or train. They include tuition fees, registration fees, exam fees, books and materials fees, etc.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Variable costs are the costs that depend on the number of hours you fly or train. They include aircraft rental fees, fuel fees, instructor fees, landing fees, etc.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To compare the cost of training between different schools, you need to add up both fixed and variable costs and estimate the total cost for completing your desired program. You also need to consider other expenses such as accommodation, transportation, food, insurance, etc. For example you can look at the data on cost of flight training program at<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bcit.ca\/programs\/airline-and-flight-operations-commercial-pilot-fixed-wing-diploma-full-time-100adipma\/#costs\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> BCIT here<\/span><\/a><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To get accurate information about the cost of training, you should contact each school directly and ask for a detailed breakdown of their fees and charges. You should also ask about any hidden or additional costs that may arise during your training.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, you may have to pay extra for retests, flight tests, simulator sessions, etc. You should also ask about any financial aid or scholarships that may be available to reduce your cost of training.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-1c26294 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"1c26294\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-f66f910\" data-id=\"f66f910\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4ebdc9a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4ebdc9a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400; color: var(--ast-global-color-2); font-size: 2.125rem; font-style: inherit; text-transform: uppercase; background-color: var(--ast-global-color-5);\">3. What are the credentials of the operators<\/span>?<\/h2><p>An important <span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">factor to consider when selecting a flight school is the flying credentials of the operators. The operators are the people who own, manage and run the flight school. They are responsible for ensuring that the flight school meets the regulatory and safety standards, and that the instructors and students receive adequate support and guidance.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The flying credentials of the operators can indicate their level of experience, expertise and professionalism in the aviation industry. Some of the credentials that you can look for are:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The type and number of pilot licenses or ratings that they hold or have held in the past<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The type and number of aircraft that they have flown or owned in the past<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The type and number of aviation-related businesses or organizations that they have been involved in or affiliated with in the past<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The type and number of aviation-related awards or recognitions that they have received or achieved in the past<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The type and number of aviation-related publications or presentations that they have authored or contributed to in the past<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can find out about the flying credentials of the operators by visiting their website, reading their biography, asking them directly or checking their references. You can also compare their credentials with those of other operators in the industry or in your region.<\/span><\/p><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. How Long Has the School Been in Business?<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When selecting a flight school is how long the school has been in business. The length of time that a flight school has been operating can indicate its stability, reputation and quality of service. A flight school that has been in business for a long time may have:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A proven track record of success and customer satisfaction<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A loyal and diverse customer base and network<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A well-established and well-maintained facility, equipment and fleet<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A experienced and qualified staff and instructors<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A strong and updated curriculum and syllabus<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can find out how long a flight school has been in business by visiting their website, reading their history, asking them directly or checking their references. You can also compare their longevity with those of other schools in the industry or in your region.<\/span><\/p><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Is Housing and\/or Financial Aid Available?<\/span><\/h2><div><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-392\" src=\"https:\/\/pilotsjetway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/housing_financial_aid.png\" alt=\"Is financial aid or housing provided by the school\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pilotsjetway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/housing_financial_aid.png 800w, https:\/\/pilotsjetway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/housing_financial_aid-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/pilotsjetway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/housing_financial_aid-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/span><\/div><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another factor to consider when selecting a flight school is whether housing and\/or financial aid is available. Housing and financial aid are services or programs that a flight school may offer to help students with their accommodation and tuition costs. Housing and financial aid can make a difference for students who:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Live far away from the flight school or have to relocate to attend it<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have limited financial resources or face financial difficulties<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Want to reduce their living expenses or debt burden<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Want to focus more on their studies or training<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Housing options may include on-campus dormitories, off-campus apartments, homestays, hostels, hotels or other types of accommodation. Financial aid options may include scholarships, grants, loans, bursaries, work-study programs, payment plans or other types of funding.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can find out if housing and\/or financial aid is available by visiting the website, reading the brochure, asking the admission representative or checking the references of each flight school. You can also compare their housing and financial aid options with those of other schools in the industry or in your region.<\/span><\/p><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. How Many Students Have Graduated &amp; Current Number of Students?<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How many students have graduated from the school and what is the current number of students can indicate the popularity, demand and quality of the flight school. A flight school that has a high number of graduates and students may have:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A high reputation and recognition in the aviation industry and community<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A high demand and enrollment rate for its programs and courses<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A high quality and standard of education and training<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A high success and placement rate for its graduates<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can find out how many students have graduated from the school and what is the current number of students by visiting their website, reading their statistics, asking them directly or checking their references. You can also compare their numbers with those of other schools in the industry or in your region.<\/span><\/p><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. What Kinds of Aircrafts are Used for Training?<br \/><\/span><\/h2><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-393 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/pilotsjetway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/aircrafts_at_flight_school.png\" alt=\"Different kinds of aircrafts offered by school for training\" width=\"800\" height=\"448\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pilotsjetway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/aircrafts_at_flight_school.png 800w, https:\/\/pilotsjetway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/aircrafts_at_flight_school-300x168.png 300w, https:\/\/pilotsjetway.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/aircrafts_at_flight_school-768x430.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another factor to consider when selecting a flight school is what kinds of aircraft are used for training. The aircraft are the vehicles that you will use to learn how to fly. The kinds of aircraft that a flight school uses for training can affect your learning experience, safety and career prospects. Some of the aspects that you can look for are:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The type and model of aircraft (such as single-engine, multi-engine, piston, turbine, etc.)<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The age and condition of aircraft (such as new, old, well-maintained, well-equipped, etc.)<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The availability and accessibility of aircraft (such as enough, few, reserved, shared, etc.)<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The suitability and compatibility of aircraft (such as relevant, appropriate, comfortable, etc.)<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can find out what kinds of aircraft are used for training by visiting their website, reading their description, asking them directly or checking their references. You can also compare their aircraft with those of other schools in the industry or in your region.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><\/p><p>Most flight schools try to use the easiest plane to fly for training their students, check here <a title=\"10 Easiest Planes To Learn Flying\" href=\"https:\/\/pilotsjetway.com\/10-easiest-planes-to-learn-flying\/\">for a list of the easiest flights<\/a> to fly that most flight schools use for training purposes<\/p><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8. Visit Your Short Listed schools<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I wanted to give this optional step at the very end because it is not possible for everyone to go to every flight school one has shortlisted either let alone all the flights they selected in the first place as they could be very far from where they live or at time even on a different continent.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But visiting the schools can help you verify the information you have gathered online or by phone, and also give you a sense of the atmosphere and culture of each school.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If and when you visit the schools, you should:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Schedule an appointment in advance and arrange a tour of the campus, hangar, classrooms, simulator and aircraft.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meet with an admission representative or a flight instructor and ask questions about the program, the curriculum, the schedule, the instructors, the student services, etc.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Observe a class or a flight lesson and see how the instructors teach and interact with the students.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Talk to current or former students and ask about their experience, satisfaction, challenges and outcomes of the program.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a title=\"Overview of discovery flight role in flight school selection\" href=\"https:\/\/pilotsjetway.com\/overview-of-discovery-flight-role-in-flight-school-selection\/\">Take an introductory or discovery flight<\/a> if possible and see how you feel in the cockpit and in the air.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although visiting school is not something everyone can do for the entire list of prospective schools they select, it gives a major advantage to take a look at the institute first hand as mentioned above.<\/span><\/p><h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conclusion<\/span><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Selecting a flight school for commercial pilot training is a crucial decision that can have a significant impact on your future employment opportunities and career advancement. Therefore, you need to do your homework and choose a flight school that meets your needs and expectations.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To select a flight school for commercial pilot training, you should consider the following factors:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The reputation and program of the school<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cost of training and other expenses<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The facilities, aircraft, instructors and students of the school<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The housing and financial aid options of the school<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The number of graduates and students of the school<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By comparing and evaluating these factors, you can find the best flight school for you. If you are interested in becoming a commercial pilot, we encourage you to pursue your passion and take the first step towards your flying career. <\/span><\/p><p>If you would like to know the advantages of becoming a pilot, I have an article that lists<a title=\"Should I become a pilot \u2013 10 Reasons why you should\" href=\"https:\/\/pilotsjetway.com\/should-i-become-a-pilot-10-reasons-why-you-should\/\"> 10 good reasons why one should become a pilot here.<\/a> Remember, flying is not only a skill, but also a fun and rewarding experience that can take you to new heights!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The quality and reputation of your flight training can have a significant impact on your future employment opportunities and career advancement. 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