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
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How to pass the flight school selection process? – This is how you do it!
The flight school selection process and how to ace it! Most flight schools require you to pass their selection process before starting the training. This is actually a good thing because the schools try to determine early on if the candidate is actually capable of completing the training. They also look for desired competences since they want to train aContinue reading
The Airline Selection Process – ADAPT Test
The ADAPT Test, what is it? Why is it important? As an ab initio you should know as much as possible about this test and in this article I will explain you why and what to expect. It might mean the difference between passing a selection process and failing it. Probably you have heard about the Compass Test. It isContinue reading
Crucial Do’s & Don’ts – Airline Interview
Throughout the years, (WOW this sounds like I am 60) I noticed that it is not only skills and knowledge that gets you a job… No guys, I don’t mean that either haha! 😉 I am talking about certain circumstances which can make the difference between you and the other guy which is not automatically in your hands. I learned soContinue reading
My story: 2 years being unemployed as a commercial pilot
Up until now, there are a lot of unemployed pilots that are looking for an airline job. I have been there myself and I can tell you that the first airline job is quite hard to find. Airlines hire a relatively low amount of ‘new’ pilots compared to how many pilots enter the market. As you can imagine, the competitionContinue reading
My interview with @Mega.Aviation
Just recently I was interviewed by instagrammer @Mega.Aviation about my career and aviation related topics. He interviews pilots on a regular basis and shares them on his website. He asked me 9 questions regarding my life as a pilot and these were my answers! 1) Tell us what made you want to become a pilot? Working behind a desk watching theContinue reading