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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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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.

What Does It Take To Be A CFI?
Becoming a flight instructor is one of the smartest moves you can make in aviation, and understanding the Certified Flight Instructor requirements is the first

Is There a Pilot Shortage – What It Means for Aspiring Aviators
Is there a pilot shortage right now? It’s a question a lot of future aviators are asking and for good reason. Airlines are hiring, demand

Types of Pilot Licenses Explained – Which One Fits Your Aviation Goals
There are several types of pilot licenses, and choosing the right one depends on what you want to do in the sky. Whether you’re dreaming

How to Learn to Fly: Complete Beginner’s Guide from Discovery Flight to Solo
Ready to fly? Start with a discovery flight and chart your path to the skies with this beginner’s guide to becoming a licensed pilot.