Pilot Career Advice

Very Light Jets: An Overview for Pilots

NBAA defines Very Light Jets as "Jet aircraft weighing 10,000 pounds or less maximum certificated takeoff weight and certificated for single pilot operations.

Pilot E-Logbook

Lots of options exist for pilots to keep track of their time flying planes, but *free* is always good.

The Infamous Airline Interview

I walked into the interview with a great deal of confidence and enthusiasm. Flying airplanes was my one true passion in this life. This was my big chance to merge my occupation with my love. I would become an airline pilot.

"So you want to be an airline pilot?" the interviewer inquired.

"Yes, sir, more than anything else I have ever wanted," I replied, realizing I sounded like an anxious adolescent.

Military Flight Time Conversion

Use this Excel spreadsheet to help make flight time conversion easy.

Pre-Interview Checklist

Use this PDF document to help guide you as your important interview date approaches.

Pilot Resume Mistakes to Avoid

Avoid making these all too common mistakes on your pilot resume.

Pilot Pay Comparison

This comparison looks at the hourly wage and monthly hours of service (time at work) between a typical 9 to 5 job and an Airline Pilot.

Avoid These 11 Common Business Writing Mistakes

Here is a quick list of a few mistakes in business writing that make you look unprofessional.

Flight Crew Leasing Companies

If the listing requires a JAA or JAR ATPL (a European ATP), consider that converting your FAA certificate to JAA/JAR will be necessary.

Cover Letter Do's and Don'ts

Here is a short list of items to think about when finishing up that all-important cover letter to your favorite airline. Remember, you only get one chance to make a first impression. Make yours count.

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