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LEARN TO FLY AND BECOME A PILOT!: THE ULTIMATE GUIDE FOR DETERMINING YOUR CAPABILITIES OF BECOMING A PROFESSIONAL PILOT AND GETTING STARTED WITH FLIGHT TRAINING
You Can Become a Pilot! Learning to Fly is Easier than You Think!
Have you always dreamed of becoming a pilot?
Are you wondering if now is a good time to become a pilot?
Do you want to get started with flight training, but need help choosing a school?
All your questions will be answered in this book! This book may be the most important book you will ever read if you want to become a professional pilot…
But first a warning, this is not a book about “learning to fly” in a literal sense. You won't learn how aerodynamics work or how to control an aircraft in flight – that's something you will learn once you start your flight training. Instead, this book contains information that flight schools won’t teach you. The information you NEED to know before you should commit to flight training!
The knowledge you gain from this book is essential for you to have a successful and enjoyable career as a commercial or airline pilot! The main focus of the book is on FAA and EASA flight training in the U.S., but most of the principles apply regardless of your nationality.
Whether you want to earn your private pilot certificate, become a corporate pilot, or become a captain in a major airline – this book is for you. And one note to the ladies – it is now the golden age for female pilots!
Did you know you could become a commercial pilot, or even a flight instructor, at the age of 18 with less than 12 months of training? Right now is an excellent time to become a pilot because there is a global pilot shortage that is expected to last for the next two decades or longer. Boeing estimates that there will be a worldwide demand for 790,000 pilots between 2018 and 2037. That’s a lot of pilots! How do I know the pilot shortage is not just a myth?
Currently, most airlines in China are hiring airline captains from foreign countries because there are not enough Chinese pilots. And what’s the pay like? Boeing 737 or Airbus 320 captains can earn an annual salary up to $380,000! That’s over 30k per month! …and, wait for it—it’s all tax-free (in China)! Yes, it will be a long road to become an airline captain earning a good salary. But guess what? Reading this book will help you decide if you want to pursue the career.
Who is this Author?
With Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Vesa knows a thing or two about aviation. With several years as a flight instructor, assistant chief flight instructor, and ultimately as the Chief Flight Instructor of a major flight academy, he is an expert in pilot training. Having trained hundreds of pilots who currently work for many airlines (including many Chinese airlines), he has the first-hand knowledge of the demand for new pilots. Because of his experience as a corporate airline captain, he understands the benefits and downsides of pilot life and can help you decide whether it’s a good career path for you!
Flight training is fast-paced, fun, and exciting. Why not get started now?
Here are some of the questions this book will answer:
How much does flight training cost?
How can I finance flight training without any savings or income?
What are the benefits and downsides of a pilot career?
What kind of certificates and ratings do I need to start working as a professional pilot?
How to choose the best flight school (and flight instructor) based on my individual needs?
Have you always dreamed of becoming a pilot?
Are you wondering if now is a good time to become a pilot?
Do you want to get started with flight training, but need help choosing a school?
All your questions will be answered in this book! This book may be the most important book you will ever read if you want to become a professional pilot…
But first a warning, this is not a book about “learning to fly” in a literal sense. You won't learn how aerodynamics work or how to control an aircraft in flight – that's something you will learn once you start your flight training. Instead, this book contains information that flight schools won’t teach you. The information you NEED to know before you should commit to flight training!
The knowledge you gain from this book is essential for you to have a successful and enjoyable career as a commercial or airline pilot! The main focus of the book is on FAA and EASA flight training in the U.S., but most of the principles apply regardless of your nationality.
Whether you want to earn your private pilot certificate, become a corporate pilot, or become a captain in a major airline – this book is for you. And one note to the ladies – it is now the golden age for female pilots!
Did you know you could become a commercial pilot, or even a flight instructor, at the age of 18 with less than 12 months of training? Right now is an excellent time to become a pilot because there is a global pilot shortage that is expected to last for the next two decades or longer. Boeing estimates that there will be a worldwide demand for 790,000 pilots between 2018 and 2037. That’s a lot of pilots! How do I know the pilot shortage is not just a myth?
Currently, most airlines in China are hiring airline captains from foreign countries because there are not enough Chinese pilots. And what’s the pay like? Boeing 737 or Airbus 320 captains can earn an annual salary up to $380,000! That’s over 30k per month! …and, wait for it—it’s all tax-free (in China)! Yes, it will be a long road to become an airline captain earning a good salary. But guess what? Reading this book will help you decide if you want to pursue the career.
Who is this Author?
With Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Vesa knows a thing or two about aviation. With several years as a flight instructor, assistant chief flight instructor, and ultimately as the Chief Flight Instructor of a major flight academy, he is an expert in pilot training. Having trained hundreds of pilots who currently work for many airlines (including many Chinese airlines), he has the first-hand knowledge of the demand for new pilots. Because of his experience as a corporate airline captain, he understands the benefits and downsides of pilot life and can help you decide whether it’s a good career path for you!
Flight training is fast-paced, fun, and exciting. Why not get started now?
Here are some of the questions this book will answer:
How much does flight training cost?
How can I finance flight training without any savings or income?
What are the benefits and downsides of a pilot career?
What kind of certificates and ratings do I need to start working as a professional pilot?
How to choose the best flight school (and flight instructor) based on my individual needs?
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167 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 10, 2019
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May 2, 2019
The beginning chapters were enjoyable to read, even if you don't know anything about flight industry. The later chapters should definitely help you, if you are planning for a career in flight industry.
March 19, 2020
This book is a detailed guide that helps you turn your passion in aviation into a career. Since Vesa himself worked as a flight instructor and then presently works a pilot, the book is not only based on extensive research but is also written from a place of experience and understanding.
He explores every area that needs to be looked into if you are deciding a career in this industry. He starts with how lucrative it is as a profession to keep you motivated to the subject then goes into the details of certification, age and medical requirements. He also goes into the details of the cost of training to be a pilot, the schools to explore and the biggest question of it all, HOW costly is it! But he does not stop at that. He provides readers ways on how to finance it. He explains the options of grants, loans etc. But what I loved the most about this book is that the author keeps it REAL. He does not sugar coat this whole career option but properly informs the readers about the complications that maybe associated with being in this career. Like stress, sleeping problems, problems with maintaining relationships and let’s you decide what you want for yourself.
Written in lucid language and in an interactive narrative, this book is provides ample of guidance and helps readers make fully informed decisions. If you are even interested or have been interested in this industry, this is a book you must check out!
He explores every area that needs to be looked into if you are deciding a career in this industry. He starts with how lucrative it is as a profession to keep you motivated to the subject then goes into the details of certification, age and medical requirements. He also goes into the details of the cost of training to be a pilot, the schools to explore and the biggest question of it all, HOW costly is it! But he does not stop at that. He provides readers ways on how to finance it. He explains the options of grants, loans etc. But what I loved the most about this book is that the author keeps it REAL. He does not sugar coat this whole career option but properly informs the readers about the complications that maybe associated with being in this career. Like stress, sleeping problems, problems with maintaining relationships and let’s you decide what you want for yourself.
Written in lucid language and in an interactive narrative, this book is provides ample of guidance and helps readers make fully informed decisions. If you are even interested or have been interested in this industry, this is a book you must check out!
April 16, 2019
Vesa has done an excellent job at explaining the pros & cons of being a professional pilot. This book also takes you through the various types of pilot jobs out there and there are many...In the book he also lays out how to get qualified and the various paths to this and costs related. Vesa also goes into the available scholarships.
If you are contemplating taking this up as a career this book will help you create a success game-plan.
I am an Airline Transport Pilot myself and have flown private jets, air ambulance and for the airlines and I endorse this book!
If you are contemplating taking this up as a career this book will help you create a success game-plan.
I am an Airline Transport Pilot myself and have flown private jets, air ambulance and for the airlines and I endorse this book!
October 28, 2019
Great intro into flying requirements
VESA goes into great detail over the requirements and different paths for becoming a professional pilot. This concise read could be completed in an afternoon.
VESA goes into great detail over the requirements and different paths for becoming a professional pilot. This concise read could be completed in an afternoon.
January 14, 2020
Vesa’s first book is an enjoyable read from cover to cover. Structured to be inspiring with step by step guidance. There’s some golden little nuggets of information in here too so grab a highlighter and dive in!
December 11, 2024
This is a good book if you want to understand how the process to getting your pilot certificates.
He discusses the different types of certificates you can obtain and shares some valuable knowledge along the way. He also shares the types of ratings you need to have in your certificate, some mandatory and some optional.
He discusses the different types of certificates you can obtain and shares some valuable knowledge along the way. He also shares the types of ratings you need to have in your certificate, some mandatory and some optional.
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June 11, 2020I like this book because i become a pilot You all mens and womens silute me and I know about all world and have many elm
May 3, 2021
Wonderfully written. Very relaxed tone made it a quick and informative read. Great value if you are even remotely interested in aviation.
April 2, 2023
This book is perfect for people considering a career in the aviation industry, aiming to get a private pilot's license, or just generally interested in the path to be a pilot. The author shared his experiences from starting flight school in a new country to becoming certified to fly large and small aircraft in the US and China. He included information about which certifications are required, how to get started, and his personal experiences during each stage. It is highly informative without being boring or overly technical and I loved that he included statistics on minorities in the aviation industry and encouragement for underrepresented groups. I enjoyed it immensely!
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