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It’s a common question amongst individuals interested in going to flight school or pursuing a career as a pilot. And the answer might be surprising. Like any profession, flying an airplane carries an element of risk. However, the aviation industry is one of the most...
Former PEA Certified Flight Instructor Martin Paley’s journey has come full circle with his move to Emirates Flight Training Academy in Dubai. As we spotlight his success as a PEA alumnus, this newsletter also marks a personal milestone for me: my final newsletter for Phoenix...
Becoming a pilot takes a high level of commitment to training. Before future pilots obtain licenses and ratings needed to begin their career, they must complete written exams, known as knowledge tests. These knowledge tests follow ground training and instructor endorsements. Studying is required of...
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The first week of flight school can be exciting for aspiring pilots who are ready to take the first step towards their future career in aviation. But, before students can take to the skies, they need ground school training that introduces them to the basics...
Becoming a pilot is a highly skilled profession to choose as a career path. But, unlike other highly skilled professions, like becoming a doctor or a lawyer, not every pilot needs to attend college before they can begin their career. In fact, there is no...
Originally from Michigan, Kaylee Phillips earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation Flight Technology from Eastern Michigan University. She completed her private through commercial training in her home state before coming to Phoenix East Aviation for her CFI and CFII. “I was eventually hired here as...
The traditional trajectory after high school for most students is to go into a four-year college program. But, this isn’t the only option to get into a lucrative profession. As college tuition costs continue to go up, many students are looking for alternatives to obtaining...
It takes both time and dedication to complete flight school. From start to finish, flight school requires a minimum of 1,500 hours to obtain an ATP license to begin work as a commercial pilot. While the ultimate goal for many pilots is to fly for...
If you’ve spent any time researching what it takes to become a professional pilot, you’ve probably encountered the term “IFR rating” or “instrument rating.” For aspiring pilots, this certification represents a crucial milestone—one that transforms you from a fair-weather flyer into a pilot capable of...