I’ve had the privilege of flying to many destinations in Europe. However, there are only a handful of airports that continue to stand out in my memory. Not just for their breathtaking scenery but also for the unique challenge it presents to pilots. Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport, formerly known as Funchal Airport, is one of those airports. I thisContinue reading
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The Bose A30 Aviation Headset
What are the differences between the Bose A30 aviation headset and the Bose A20? Should I buy the Bose A30 instead of the Bose ProFlight Series 2? My Instagram DM’s are flooded with questions about these 2 Bose aviation headsets, so let’s talk about it. Bose currently has a holiday season promotion! If you purchase a ProFlight Series 2 orContinue reading
Losing an airline pilot job – Financial Struggles & Freedom
It is expensive to become an airline pilot but for some reason everyone thinks it takes pilots only a couple of years to pay back a pilot loan. Nothing is further from the truth as it takes the average pilot at least 20 years to pay back his or her pilot loan. A lot can happen during those 20 years! LosingContinue reading
Math and Physics – Why a pilot needs to understand these subjects!
Math & physics and their significance in aviation. Is it important to know how to calculate? Everyone uses a calculator when things need to be calculated, right? And do you actually need to understand physics when you are piloting an aircraft? I received tons of questions about math and physics. It seems there is still a lot of uncertainty about thisContinue reading
How to pay the pilot training when you don’t have any money?
Becoming a pilot is super expensive, it really is. Depending on your location, flight training costs between € 50.000,- and € 150.000,-. So where do you get all that money from? How to pay the pilot training? I receive all kinds of questions related to this subject on a daily basis. I am even being asked if I am willingContinue reading
Aviation Headsets for Pilots – 2023/2024 Review
Aviation headsets, another essential piece of equipment for any pilot. Unfortunately, aviation headsets for pilots are quite expensive and since you will most likely use them on a daily basis it is important to review your options. You don’t want to waste your money, do you? Hence, this article! I will be your guide and explain the basics and whatContinue reading