Phoenix East Introduces Jet Type Rating for Pilots

Phenix East Aviation has just announced a new jet type-rating program being offered at the Daytona Beach, Florida academy. Currently two new training courses are now offered: a Cessna Citation Jet Type- Rating and a Cessna Citation Jet Second-in-Command (SIC) Course. The Jet Type-Rating Course is designed to enable the student to act as pilot in command of a Cessna Citation jet. Pilots will be trained under FAR Part 61.63 to gain knowledge of advanced systems through ground school, simulator training and actual flight training.

The SIC Type-Rating Course will train the student pilot to function as second-in-command of a Cessna Citation jet, as well as instructing the pilot to operate in a multi-crew environment. It includes ground school and instruction books, simulator training and jet flight time. Training is under FAR Part 61.55. Pre-requisites for both the Jet Type-Rating and Jet SIC Type-Rating courses are a minimum of a Private Pilot Certificate with Instrument and Multi-engine ratings. All training under this jet type-rating program will take place at Phoenix East Aviation's facility in Daytona Beach, Florida.

Are Your Eyes Turned Skyward?

The renowned painter and inventor Leonardo da Vinci said "For once you have tasted flight, you will walk the earth with your eyes turned skywards, for there you have been and there you will long to return."

As a pilot you will enter a new world of adverture and challenge, You'll be in the company of some of the most exciting, friendly and spirited people you can imagine -- professional aviators.

For more information on professional flight training, contact Phoenix East Aviation at 1-386-258-0703. PEA has been training pilots for airlines worldwide since 1972.

Salaries for India's Pilots Increasing

With the continued shortage of pilots in India, the country's airlines are increasingly relying on foreign pilots. For Indian pilots, slaries have been skyrocketing, as airlines compete for a limited pool of qualified pilots.

Last year the need for pilots reached such intensity that the government become involved and decreed that airlilne pilots much give six months notice before resigning. Increasing the retirement age (now at age 62) for airline pilots is also being considered to lessen the problem.

Commercial pilots in India can earn up to eight times more than what Indian Air Force pilots make.

So the future is indeed very bright for young people in India who are interested in flying.

Statistics on the World's Airlines

Though the world's airlines have schedules 4% fewer flights for June compared to last year (though this is only a 2% drop in seat capacity), the total number of seats offered remains high at 297.5 million for this month alone. That certainly shows what a large industry commercial aviation is on a worldwide basis.

The total number of flights scheduled to operate worldwide this month is 2.43 million.  And this does not include executive jet flights, military or charter aircraft. 

A Commercial Pilot is Skilled and Well-trained

There are no unskilled, untrained pilot positions available. Flying is a rewarding, exciting profession that requires training -- and ongoing training -- and a high set of skills. First and foremost, you must be trained and trained well in order to qualify for FAA certifications and ratings, as well as for other countries' certifications. The types of certification you will need depends on what type of flying you plan to do: For example, if you plan to be an agricultural pilot, the requirements are different than if you hope to be a captain for British Airways. Plus, you will need certain aircraft type ratings for the specific aircraft you will fly, if you want to be airline pilot.

For the airlines, you will need at least a Private Pilot Certificate, Instrument Rating, and Commercial Pilot Certificate. And if you wish to someday be an airline captain, you might also need an Airline Transport Pilot License, which is the highest certificate you can earn.  You will need these to be hired. After you are hired, the airline will provide additional training in the specific type of aircraft you will be flying.

Because pilots are directly responsible for the lives of other people, the airline industry is very strict about the health, life style and training of pilots. An airline captain must take a physical exam every six month, and the health standards are high. All airlines are also extremely strict about the use of intoxicants.  For example, as a pilot you'll be subjected to FAA-mandated drug tests. 

And even after achieving your Commercial Pilot Certificate, you will typically go through retraining at least annually to make sure your skills are first-rate.  

Want to learn more? Call Phoenix East Aviation and talk to an Admissions Officer. He or she can answer your questions. That number worldwide is 1-386-258-0703 worldwide or see www.pea.com

India's Need for Pilots

India's need for pilots continues. The latest estimates (as of this month, June, 2009) indicate that India has a need for 4,800 additional pilots by 2012. By that time India will have taken delivery of another 480 new aircraft. The Indian Directorate General of Civil Aviation said that as of last October the average age of candidates taking their Commercial Pilot License exams was 19 to 20 years old. India has only 41 registered pilot schools, which is not nearly enough to teach all the pilots needed. Therefore, many students eager to become professional pilots come to the U.S. for training. Even so, India is projected to have a shortfall of 3,000 new pilots by next year. Phoenix East Aviation teaches student pilots from all over the world, including from India. With an excellent training fleet of aircraft (new and late model Cessna C-172SP, twin-engine Diamond DA-42 and Piper PA-34) and 60 instructors, training is efficient and fast. Plus, in contrast to most of Europe, Florida weather allows flying 350 days of the year. For motivated students this means you can complete your flight training and earn all your certificates and ratings more quickly. Check www.pea.com for more details.

Why You Should Consider Phoenix East Aviation for Flight School

Established in 1972, Phoenix East Aviation has gained recognition as one of the finest educational flight training facilities in the world. Certified under the Federal Aviation Administration as an approved pilot school, Phoenix East Aviation can train for any position from the dispatcher on the ground to the pilot in the cockpit of a jet.

 The academy is approved under the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and offers training to meet International Civil Aviation Orgnaization's (I.C.A.O.) flight training requirements.

The instructors at Phoenix East are carefully screened to insure a staff of fully licensed, U.S. trained, experienced professionals. They are continually evaluated to maintain high levels of teaching effectiveness, with proper attention to the students' individual learning and motivational needs. A large percentage hold university degrees.

Phoenix East understands the importance of diversity in training and is proud that over 65% of its students are from countries throughout the world. Graduating students have one of the highest rates of employment in the industry. Thousands of students are now employed by major corporation flight centers and airlines throughout the world.

Phoenix East Aviation is proud of its fleet of training aircraft. They are all new and late-model Cessna C-172SP for single engine training,and Diamond DA-42 and Piper PA-34 aircraft for multi-engine training. Phoenix East can also provide type training on Cessna jet aircraft.

Choosing a Flight School - 10 Good Questions to Ask

You want to be a professional pilot. You understand you must go to a flight training academy, but you've never flown an airline -- so how do you find out what flight school is the best for you? Here are some tips on questions to ask:

1. Experience: Does the school have the experience and financial security and stability that comes with many years in professional flight training?

2. Quality of Instruction: If the school is in the U.S., is it nationally accredited? VA approved (if you are former U.S. military and eligible for GI benefits).

3. Aircraft Training Fleet: Are the aircraft old and thereforelikely to be down for maintenance too much? You can't learn to fly, if the aircraft are always in the shop for repairs. And are there sufficient aircraft for the student population?

4. Programs: Does the school offer programs from Private Pilot all the way through Airline Transport Pilot, including Certified Flight Instructor, Certified Flight Instructor Instrument and Certified Flight Multi-engine Flight Instructor courses?

5. Hiring of Graduates: Does the school commonly hire its graduates as instructors, to build more hours flying while earning a salary?

6. Diversity and a U.S. Visa: This is important for international students...Is the student body diverse and international to provide a more stimulating learning environment? Is the school authorized by the U.S. government to issue M-1 and J-1 visa forms to facililtate entry of non-U.S. citizens?

7. Financing: Does the school offer financing options or assist locating financing for tuition and living expenses?

8. Weather: This is very important...How's the weather in the local area? Year-around good weather means more flying opportunities for students and faster course completion. If the weather isn't good, you can't fly! Do you really want to just sit around waiting for good weather?

9. Cost of Living and Life Style: Does the local area provide a lifestyle that suits you? Is it attractive with things to do when you have time off from studying? Is it affordable? Most students are on a budget.

10. And Most Importantly: Does the school have a strong and long history of graduates hired as commercial airline pilots throughout the world?

There's More to Do Than Just Fly the Plane When You're an Airline Pilot

Work for an airline pilot before takeoff involves a lot more than just greeting passengers as they board: You will need to get information about the specific route you will be taking during the flight, the weather, the passengers and aircraft, work out a flight plan (that consists of the route, flying altitude, how much fuel to take), sometimes (depending on the airline) supervise the loading and fueling of your aircraft, carry out pre-flight checks on the navigation and operating systems, and of course,communicate with air traffic control. During the flight, you will make periodic checks on the aircraft's technical performance, its position, plus weather conditions (they can change rapidly sometimes), and air traffic. You will also communicate with passengers and crew and be prepared to react quickly to emergencies or changes. You will also land the aircraft safely, under instruction from the air traffic control center, taxi to the gate safely under the guidance of ground control, and then write a report on the flight, including any problems experienced. Airline pilots fly on scheduled and charter flights, transporting passengers and cargo, or just cargo, depending on your airline. There are typically two or four pilots on each flight, depending on the type of aircraft and the length of the flight. The most senior is the captain. He or she has full responsibility for the safety of the aircraft and passengers. The captain is assisted by the first officer(s) and cabin crew. Depending on your airline and what you were hired for, you will be employed in scheduled passenger service, passenger charter service, freight service or business (corporate) aviation.

Planning a Career as an Airline Pilot?

So your goal is a career as an airline pilot? Being a professional pilot for one of the big or small airlines can be one of the best jobs in the world. First year salaries in the U.S., for example, range from $25,000 to $50,000, and senior captains can earn as much as $200,000 annually. You may work only eight or ten days a month, depending on your airline and the length of your typical flights. You and your family fly free and also get reduced rates at hotel and car rentals often. With the worldwide shortage of pilots once again expected in the next few years, your timing is excellent right now to start pilot training. With the proper training, you will be able to achieve your goal -- and more quickly than in the past. If you're a student at Phoenix East Aviation or about to start training at Phoenix East, the high quality flight training you receive will most definitely put you on the right career track.

Why is a shortage once again expected: Retiring pilots, growth of regional and discount airlines worldwide and the reduced number of U.S. military pilots being available to join the airlines. The U.S. military is coping with pilot shortages of their own currently.

Aren't fully convinced yet? Talk to an Admissions Officer at Phoenix East. Ask questions. Make your own decision. And then start training for one of the best careers in the world. See www.pea.com for more details.