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What you need to study or qualify to be a pilot or flight engineer?

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Flight Engineer

Responsibilities of a flight engineer are both on the ground and aircraft. Before the flight takes off, an inspection has to be performed to check for any fuel leaks. Inside the airplane, flight engineer would have to scrutinize the operation of various instruments. The instruments include fuel gauges, landing gear, and other such gauges.

Flight engineers also have to analyze and check the weather conditions and the designated flight course. Determination of the amount of fuel to be loaded is also the responsibility of flight engineer.

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Duties of a Flight Engineer:

  • Checking for any leakage or problem in the tire before the flight takes off and making sure that the plane is safe to fly.

  • Check whether all the mechanical equipment like pressure indicators, wing flaps, fuel gauges etc. are working fine or not.

  • Flight engineer has to control important equipment like air conditioner, engine power, and electrical system.

  • Checking for the weather pattern in case plane need more fuel to make the full flight.

  • Submitting flight reports- reports are the necessary part to monitor for the changes and the improvement.

Educational Requirements:

  • You must have to be a graduate from a college.

  • Your age must be at least 21 years to become a flight engineer.

  • Clear the flight engineer practical and knowledge test.

  • Obtain a second class medical certificate from a designated doctor of Federal Aviation Administration.

  • Appear for the flight engineering test.

  • Obtain a license as a pilot and other certificates.

  • Complete a two-year course in engine and aircraft maintenance.

  • Minimum three years experience in aviation is needed.

  • Clear all the written exams which include aircraft performance, flight theory, and other related subjects.

  • You have to also pass the in-flight exams, which is necessary to check your ability during the normal and emergency task.

Pilot

An airline pilot operates a plane's engines and controls to navigate and fly the vessel. He or she also checks hydraulic and engine systems for pre-flight safety and monitors the fuel consumption and aircraft systems in-flight. Airline pilots must also satisfy a set number of flying hours and still be in good physical and mental health so that they can fly an airline carrier. Pilots have to also deal with possible hazards, like jet lag, fatigue, and adverse weather conditions. 

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Duties of a pilot:

  • make sure all information on the route, weather, passengers and aircraft is received correctly

  • use all the information to create a flight plan, which includes the details of the altitude for the flight, which route to be taken and the amount of required fuel

  • ensure the balance safety of the fuel

  • make sure that all the safety systems are working properly 

  • brief and report the cabin crew before the flight and maintain regular contact throughout the flight

  • communicate with air traffic control unit before take-off and during flight and landing

  • ensure noise regulations are followed during take-off and landing.


Educational Requirements:


  • Obtain a Bachelor's Degree

You need to have a bachelor degree in any major to become an airline pilot. Pilots can also gain more relevant knowledge by enrolling himself/herself in an aviation or aeronautics bachelor's program. Regardless of major, students have to complete coursework in physics, aeronautical engineering, mathematics, and English.

  • Acquire Flight Experience

Aspiring airline pilots are required to have a certain number of hours of flight training to qualify for licensure. Suppose you want to obtain a commercial pilot's license, then you must have 250 hours of flight time - in addition to 1,500 hours of flight time for an airline transport pilot certificate - is required. Flight training can be completed either through degree programs or through flying schools approved by the FAA. Airline pilots must also tend to have a minimum of 40 hours of instrument flying experience in-air and through simulation.

  • Obtain Licensure

To obtain a pilot's license, a certain minimum number of hours of flight experience must be completed. Aspirants are also expected to clear a written exam, demonstrate flying ability and take an instrument flying rating exam

  • Gain Professional Experience

Many airline companies require pilots to take physical, psychological and aptitude tests, as well as alcohol and drug tests, as a prerequisite for employment. Once hired, pilots are generally required to undergo an additional six to eight weeks of training, including at least 25 hours of flight time. Generally, most new hires are brought on as co-pilots. 

  • Advance as an Airline Pilot

Most advancement in this field is based on seniority of working experience, but pilots can reach the rank of captain through other means also. Like airline pilots can obtain an air transport pilot's license, which shows cross-country, night, and instrument flying experience. This requires passing additional FAA written and practical examinations. Pilots also aim to acquire more flight ratings. In general, ratings is directly related to the type of aircraft one can fly,  like a multi-engine jet.

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