Civilian Pilots
Flight Training Routes
Every Route has its unique differences but all lead to flying for an airline or privately if you complete all of your Certificates and Ratings.
College/
University
These institutions allow you to pursue your college degree and finish flight training at the same time.
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Here are the examples of some Colleges/Universities that offer Aviation Degrees Programs in the USA!
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* Auburn University
* Henderson State University
* Arizona State University
* San Jose State University
* Delaware State University
* Middle State Georgia
* Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
* Bowling Green State University
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So Many More.....
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This route works is you are able to go to school full time and flight train consistently at the same time!
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Flight School
There are schools dedicated to just flight training only. There are many examples all of the United States. The best way to research them is to get reviews from former student pilots that completed there program. There are some pilot flight training schools that can discontinue your training at their digression. For that reason I do not recommend fast passed flight training programs if you cannot work well under pressure. Past reviews are key to know if a formal Flight School is for you.
Home School Flight Training
This route allows you go at your own pace. There are independent Flight Instructors that work at flying clubs or non-profit flight training programs. Here you will need previous student reviews before making the decision to use them. Consistent flying is they key to earning your pilot certificates in a timely manner. In this route you will need to find all the reference materials and books you will need to study for the check ride.
Pilot Career Options
There are so many Different Types of Civilian Pilot Careers. Which one is right for you?
We can list all of the different types of pilot careers you can find in the aviation industry but its best to decide first type of pilot do I want to be. The aviation industry is based on this big word
Seniority". So the longer you have been at the company the better the perks, schedule and of course salary. If you are looking too retire flying the "queen B" Boeing 474 then you probably want to work for an airline that will still have those planes when you are senor enough to upgrade to that plane. If you honestly just want to work from time to time you may consider being a part time corporate pilot. The options can be many or few depending on the industry growth.