Pilot's Life Blog
The Pilot’s Life blog is here for you to learn what it’s like to go through flight school. There are many reasons for wanting to earn your pilot certificate. Some want to cross it off their bucket list and some want to be commercial airline pilots. Regardless of why you want to fly, there are plenty of things you will need to know to get in the air. And there are plenty of flight school curiosity questions and specific flight training time and finance questions that we want to make easy for you to understand.
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Airline vs Cargo Pilot: What Are The Key Skill Differences?
Airline vs cargo flying sparks plenty of curiosity among new pilots, and for good reason. Both paths lead to rewarding careers in the sky, yet
Is Accelerated Commercial Pilot Training Right for You? Pros and Cons Explained
Accelerated commercial pilot training gets a lot of attention, especially if you’re eager to move quickly and start flying professionally. The idea of compressing training
How Tall Do You Have to Be to be a Pilot: Get the Details
How tall do you have to be to be a pilot? It’s a question we hear all the time, often from people who’ve dreamed of
Flying A Plane With Medical Conditions: Five Key Pointers To Be Aware Of
If you’ve ever wondered if you can fly a plane with a heart condition or other medical concerns, you’re not alone. Many aspiring pilots have
Multi Engine Rating: Pilot Overview Guide on MER Aviation
What is MER aviation? For many aspiring pilots, this question arrives right when their skills start stretching beyond single engine flying. A multi engine rating
How to Land a Cessna 172: A Step-By-Step Guide
Whether you’re a new pilot or just looking to brush up your skills, learning how to land a Cessna 172 is a rite of passage
How Long Does It Take to Get 1500 Flight Hours? A Guide for Aspiring Pilots
How long does it take to get 1500 flight hours? It’s one of the first questions aspiring airline pilots ask once they realize how central
Piper PA-44 Seminole Performance Breakdown: How Fast Does It Fly?
Soaring through Arizona’s endless blue skies, the PA-44 Seminole performance stands out as a true favorite among aspiring pilots and seasoned aviators alike. At Leopard
Five Key Challenges You’ll Need To Overcome In Flight Training
Facing flight training challenges is a rite of passage for every aspiring pilot, no matter how eager or prepared you may feel on day one.
Five Key Skills Flight Simulators Provide During Pilot Training
Ever wondered how pilots get so confident in the cockpit before they’ve flown hundreds of real-world hours? That’s where flight simulator training comes in. It’s
Can You Become a Pilot With a DUI? Here’s Everything You Should Know
Can you become a pilot with a DUI? It’s one of those questions that tends to sit in the back of your mind, especially if
How to Become a UPS Pilot in 2025: Requirements, Timeline & Salary
Becoming a UPS pilot means precision, purpose, and pay. Explore the full 2025 roadmap from student pilot to cargo captain.