Why learn to fly
Learning to fly will unlock a world of possibilities and give you unparalleled freedom to see the world. It is truly unique experience – one of the last great adventures in our modern life. It is challenging, rewarding and spectacular fun.
Some people start flying to make a career out of it, eventually working as a professional pilot, but there are numerous jobs in aviation besides just airline pilot. Career opportunities include business aviation pilot, flight instructing, cargo airlines, agricultural aviation and many more.
For others, flying is a convenient and cost –effective method of personal or business travel. You can set your own schedule, use airports that airlines don’t serve and leave the hassles of security lines behind. For business use, airplanes allow you to do more in one day than you could do in a week travelling by airline. Flexibility, privacy and freedom are all great reasons to use a personal airplane for travel.
In the end, though, many pilots fly for pure enjoyment, taking local flights on nice days to explore new and interesting places. You can take a friend and fly for lunch at another airport, tour local landmarks or attend fly-ins to meet other pilots and exchange experience with them. No matter where you’re headed, being up in the air is the greatest thrill of all, which captures you for life.
Whether you want to fly for a living or just for fun, general aviation offers a safe, rewarding and surprisingly affordable way to get around.
Who can be a pilot?
There is no “right” type of person, that you should be, to become a pilot. Aviators come from all kinds of backgrounds, each with unique reasons for flying. You can take lessons at any age – there is no minimum or maximum. You just need to be 16 years old to make first solo flight and 17 to get your pilot license.
You don’t have to be math genius or have perfect health. Your attitude is more important than age or skill. A commitment to take the training seriously, and stick with it will serve you well. Learning to fly is a long, sometimes arduous journey marked with ups and downs. The process will be easier , and more enjoyable, if you can maintain a positive, always learning attitude.
