The foreign pilot’s guide to gaining FAA ATP validation in the United States
Are you a foreign pilot planning to obtain FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) ATP (Airline Transport Pilot) Certification, feeling…
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US Air Force offers pilots bonuses to prevent exodus to commercial airlines
The United States (US) Air Force is offering its pilots bonuses of up to $50,000 a year to…
Unrest among Ryanair pilots as collective publishes letter seeking more pay
The Ryanair Transnational Pilot Group (RTPG) has called for the airline’s management to “share the unprecedented economic success…
What is a microburst and how do pilots respond to them?
What is a microburst? A microburst is a weather phenomenon that can pose a significant danger to aircraft…
Spanish pilot strikes could impact multiple airlines during summer season
Multiple airline’s plans for the summer could be impacted if pilot strikes go ahead in Spain. The Spanish Union…
Southwest Airline pilots vote to authorize strike action by overwhelming margin
According to their union, Southwest Airlines pilots have voted overwhelmingly to authorize strike action. Southwest Airlines Pilots Association’s (SWAPA)…
Cathay Pacific cadet pilots required to work on customer service at HKG airport
Cathay Pacific Airways will require its newly qualified cadet pilots to undergo a two-month working experience at Hong…
United Airlines plans to hire 50,000 workers by the end of 2025: report
United Airlines Holdings (UAL) plans to hire 50,000 workers from 2022 through 2025 as the carrier expands internationally,…
Qantas seeks female and Indigenous students for pilot academy scholarships
The Qantas Group is encouraging diversity and inclusion in its talent base by providing 50 scholarships to female…
American Airlines’ pilots overwhelmingly vote for potential strikes
American Airlines pilots have voted overwhelmingly for potential strike action following a ballot by the Allied Pilots Association…
US Coast Guard helicopter pilot turns YA writer
Liz Booker is a retired United States Coast Guard helicopter pilot, foreign diplomat, and writer of Young Adult…
Meet Maya Ghazal, the first ever female Syrian refugee pilot
Born and raised in Damascus, Syria, 24-year-old Maya Ghazal took her first introductory flight lesson at Wycombe Air…
Decoding pilot lingo: what does this phrase mean?
Like any other professional community, aviators have their own slang. At times weird and full of unique expressions,…
What do pilots want? 6 tips to help you attract and retain the best talent
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reported a significant pilot shortage in the aviation industry, with an…
From refugee to record-breaking solo pilot: Dream Soar founder, Shaesta Waiz
Shaesta Waiz is a female aviator based in the United States who gained global recognition for becoming the…
Delta Air Lines launches Propel Flight Academy; classes to start June 2023
If you’re interested in becoming a commercial pilot, we have some good news. Delta Air Lines is launching…
Off-duty pilot steps in mid-flight after captain becomes incapacitated
An off-duty pilot who was a passenger on a flight stepped in to help fly the jet after…
Pentagon study finds higher cancer rates in military pilots, ground crews
A recent study by the United States Department of Defense has shown that military pilots and ground crews…