Pilot advice
For pilots searching for their next challenge
Moving for a pilot job – the pros and cons
Pilot migration is becoming common place across the globe and is sometimes necessary for commercial airline pilots who want to secure the best possible wages. The opportunity for pilots to move abroad is becoming a hot topic in the UK aviation industry, especially...
Pilot aptitude tests and how to tackle them
A pilot aptitude test, also known as psychometric testing is used to determine a person’s capabilities in terms of becoming a commercial airline pilot. The testing focuses on identifying a high competency when completing specific tests. Aptitude relates to natural...
8 frequent mistakes on pilot cover letters to avoid
Today most hiring managers don’t read people’s cover letters even though their expectation is still to receive a cover letter with the application. This means that your cover letter is still a positive addition to your application and should be submitted even though...
Pilot training explained
Demand for trained commercial airline pilots is on the rise with extremely lucrative salaries on offer but how does someone become a qualified pilot in the UK? Training to become a pilot is a big commitment which requires significant personal investment and a wide...
Life after being a pilot
Chris Rigby is a retired pilot who has recently started up a flight school called Flight Simulators Midlands. Below Chris tells us more about his career in the sky and life after being a pilot: What was it that interested you in becoming a pilot? I read Biggles...
Preparing your pilot CV
So, you’ve spent thousands of pounds obtaining your commercial pilot’s licence, but still haven’t found a job yet. Have you invested enough time into your job search though? More importantly, your pilot CV? Having a clear and powerful pilot CV, our friends over at...
How to write a pilot resume
Writing a pilot resume is different from writing a resume for a job in any other industry. Most of the career recommendations and resume tips that can be found online are too generic to be applied when seeking an airline industry job. Whether you are applying for the...
Pilot interview questions and answers
If you’ve submitted a strong CV for your very first pilot job, the next stage is to interview for it. The airline industry has developed considerably over the last few decades, as has the role of a pilot. A lot of the focus today when interviewing a pilot is based...
The busy pilot’s guide to being kind to yourself
We know that pilot’s face many challenges with their busy schedules. Dealing with jet lag, irregular hours and shifting routines are just some of the factors that can increase your levels of stress and tiredness. It’s really important that you focus on your physical...
Inside the life of a female commercial Captain
We recently caught up with Aer Lingus Captain, Elaine Egan, to talk about being in an elite club of female captains, what she loves about her job, and the topic of much discussion, what she thinks about Brexit. Firstly, you’ve been a pilot for over 30 years now...
