Choosing a Flight School

Sunday, August 28, 2005

You're considering starting to train to be a professional pilot, but other than a school's LICENSES and COSTS, you're not sure exactly what to ask to find the best academy for you. That's understandable.  It's an important decision; it's the start of your career and lifelong dream. Here are some good questions to ask. The the answers will help you compare schools and find the best one for you.

1. EXPERIENCE: Does the flight school have the experience and financial security that comes with many years in professional flight training?

2. QUALITY OF INSTRUCTION: Is the school nationally accredited? VA approved?

3. AIRCRAFT: Type and number of training aircraft?

4. WEATHER: How's the weather in the local area? Year-round good weather means more flying opportunities for students and faster course completion.

5. HIRING OF GRADUATES: Does the school commonly hire its graduates as instructors, to build more flying hours while earning a salary?

6. FINANCING: Does the school offer financing options or assist in locating financing for tuition and  living expenses?

7. COST OF LIVING AND LIFESTYLE: Does the local area provide a lifestyle that suits you? Is it affordable? Most students are on a budget.

8. DIVERSITY: Is the student body and instructor staff diverse and international to provide a more stimulating learning environment? 

9. VISAS: For international students, is the school authorized by the U.S. government to issue M-1 and J-1 visa forms to facilitate entry into the U.S.?

10. AND MOST IMPORTANTLY: Does the school have a strong and long history of graduates hired as commercial pilots throughout the world?

There are many flight schools out there that can help you get your pilots license, but if you really want to fly for the airlines or a commercial company. Then check out Phoenix East Aviaiton first, you'll find that no flight school offers so much value for the education and experience.

Phoenix East Aviation Inc 8/28/2005

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I looked into several flight schools before chosing Phoenix East Aviation. While working as a flight attendant for a major airline, I commuted from Boston to Daytona Beach on a weekly basis. Phoenix East Aviation was more than accomodating to my work schedule. I was able to obtain my Private thru Multi-Commerical ratings in just nine months. Even though I didn't get my CFI rating, I was offered several flying jobs because of my multi-engine time. I have flown charters, freight, banners, night signs and parachute jumpers. I am currently a contract pilot for several companies flying jets nationwide.
Carrie Landry, Orlando, FL
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