Robbie Williams

Ever wondered about learning to fly or obtaining a job as a pilot within the airlines? Focusing on the Australian aviation industry, Flight Training to Airline Pilot will answer all of the questions you have about starting flight training, finding your first job and obtaining a career within an airline.Over 140 pages in length, the book is broken down into 14 easy to read chapters chapters. Some information contained in the book includes s the different avenues into aviation including information on general aviation, cadetships including current selection processes and military flying. What to look for when researching flying schools. Tips that will make you more employable after finishing flying training. Where and how to land your first flying job. Airline pilot selection hints and tips as well as resume and pointers. How to structure answers in behavioural based interviews. Career progression, salaries and life in the aviation industry as an airline pilot. The book also includes specific tax deductions that only pilots can claim. In addition, real pilots explain their success secrets and how they "made it". Peer reviewed by fellow pilots in the industry and reviewed by the Australian Aviation magazine, Flight Training to Airline Pilot is a MUST READ for any aspiring pilot, looking to learn to fly or obtain a career in the Australian aviation industry.Detailed contents of the book:Update for 2019Update introductionVirgin Australia CadetshipQantas group CadetshipREX CadetshipPrefaceMy journeyA brief history of aviation in AustraliaThe aviation industry todayDifficulties facing the aviation industry in AustraliaAcronyms used in this bookWho are pilotsThe pros and cons of being a pilotAvenues into aviationAirforceCadetshipsPreparing for trainingWho can learn to fly?What are the pre educational requirements to start flying?Preparing for flying training during schoolTrial Introductory FlightARNMedicalWhat to expect during the medical and how much will it costAge related testingLicencesASICObtaining everything in the correct orderShould you obtain a university degree?What should you look for when researching flying schools?Questions to ask potential flying schoolsDifferences between a flying school and aero clubFlying school locationsHow to pay for flying lessonsTraining on a budgetHow flying schools charge for lessonsChecking billsVDO /Airswitch timeAdditional flying training chargesWhat to expect during flying trainingHow flying schools structure flying lessons and coursesPrivileges, licences, ratings and endorsements explainedHow long can you expect to train for each licencePros and Cons of obtaining a MECIR vs IRKeeping a logbookJeppessen and Airservices subscriptionsUsing a flight simulator at homeWhat will make you more employable after finishing flying trainingDo you require a NVFR Rating?Do you require a MECIR before your first job?Do you require your ATPL subjects before your first job?Self study vs theory course for ATPL subjectsTheoretical examinations and pass marksWhat type of first flying jobs are there for prospective pilots?Finding your first jobWhere should you look for your first aviation job?Websites for job searchingWorking overseas for your first jobResumePresentation and checkrideSimple interview tips and pointersAirline specific interview tipsYour first job. The good and badMust have itemsMistakes and errorsUseful phone and tablet appsTax deductions as a pilotProgression through aircraft and jobsHow many hours do you need to get into an airlineReal life examples of how long it may take take to get into an airlineLife as an airline pilotRostersHow much can you expect to be paid as a pilotEBA's and AwardsFellow pilots journeysKeeping a diaryPhotosKey points to rememberInternational studentsGlossary

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