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As the Chief Flight Instructor and director of Skylark Flight Academy, I can answer questions regarding flight training of fixed wing (airplanes) aircraft. Topics such as: pilot license procedures, knowledge (private, commercial, instrument, instuctor etc.) regulations, etc.

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Recent Answers from David Bidwell

2009-10-12 scholarship for time buinling:

Daniel, In order to fly for compensation in the US you must have a commercial pilots license. In order to obtain that, you must already have received your instrument rating. So the answer to your question

2009-10-04 MAXIMUM AGE TO START COMMERCIAL PILOT CAREER:

Dave, I hesitate to continue attempting to answer this because there is no specific answer. This is a question that you need to ask the carriers. I would be willing to bet that they will not give you

2009-10-03 MAXIMUM AGE TO START COMMERCIAL PILOT CAREER:

No, I'm afraid that you misunderstood my explanation. Mandatory retirement age for the airlines is 60. Other than the airlines, you may pursue other flying jobs such as flight instructor, banner towing

2009-10-02 MAXIMUM AGE TO START COMMERCIAL PILOT CAREER:

Hi Dave, (What a great Name!) First off, you must understand that when you say commercial pilot you are referring to a certification. Let's address that first. The minimum age for a commercial certification

2009-09-15 CFI Training:

Hello again, OK, that's a little clearer. Thanks! In my opinion, at this point in your training you should be seeking the best instructor that you can find. I wouldn't be concerned about part 61 or 141

 

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