Have you ever wondered how fast commercial planes travel through the skies? As a frequent traveller or aviation enthusiast, understanding the speeds at which these massive machines soar can be fascinating. From takeoff to cruising altitude, commercial planes operate at various speeds, depending on factors such as distance, weather, and aircraft type. As a captain... The post Flying High: A Guide to Understanding Commercial Plane Speeds first appeared on kcthepilot Blog ..read more

Are you an aspiring pilot with dreams of soaring through the skies? If so, you may be wondering what steps you need to take to prepare yourself for a career in aviation. One crucial aspect of this preparation is obtaining your GCSEs. But with so many subjects and exams to choose from, it can be... The post A Guide to GCSEs for Aspiring Pilots: What You Need to Know first appeared on kcthepilot Blog ..read more

Embarking on the journey to becoming a pilot is an exhilarating adventure filled with challenges, triumphs, and limitless opportunities to soar through the skies. For many, the dream of flight begins with a childhood fascination, fueled by an unwavering passion to conquer the skies. In this blog post, we will explore the steps you’ll need... The post The Journey to Becoming a Pilot: Tips and Resources for Aspiring Aviators first appeared on kcthepilot Blog ..read more

It has been confirmed that the world’s largest aircraft, the Antonov An-225, has been destroyed in Ukraine. The Antonov AN-225 Mriya – the only one in the world was based at Hostomel airport, near Kyiv. The Russian military attacked the airport during the invasion of Ukraine. In the fierce fighting that took place, the aircraft... The post The largest aircraft in the world: An-225 Mriya first appeared on kcthepilot Blog ..read more

What is the difference between a turbojet and a turbofan? The main difference between a turbofan and a turbojet is that all the air goes into the engine core (compressor, combustion chamber, turbine) in a turbojet. A turbofan uses the main elements of a turbojet but has a large fan at the front of the... The post 8 Differences between a Turbojet and Turbofan Engine You need to know first appeared on kcthepilot Blog ..read more

How do you pass your ATPL exams? In this post, I’ll share the best advice to help you get through your ATPL exams sharing what I learnt completing my ATPL exams in 8 months whilst juggling a full-time engineering job. Check out my best selling Pilot Training Guide on Amazon for how to pass your... The post How to smash your ATPL Exams In 2022 (AVOID these mistakes) first appeared on kcthepilot Blog ..read more

Are you fascinated by aviation and wondering what the different types of airplanes are and what they are used for? This post shares everything you need to know. General Aviation General aviation term covers a wide range of planes used purely for recreational purposes. General aviation consists of manly planes used to fly in good... The post 25 Different Types Of Planes In The world (Complete Guide) first appeared on kcthepilot Blog ..read more

Wondering what the fastest private jet is and if money can buy time? This post shares everything you need to know. What Is The Fastest Private Jet On The Planet? Cessna Citation X+ – Mach 0.935 / 717mph / 993 kph Gulfstream G650/G700 – Mach 0.925 / 710mph/ 1142 kph Dassault Falcon 7X – Mach... The post What are the 5 fastest private jets in the world? first appeared on kcthepilot Blog ..read more

If you would like to join CityJet as a first officer, please see the below requirements for applying. Requirements (taken from the Cityjet recruitment site): First Officer Opportunities in Stockholm TAKE YOUR CAREER TO NEW HEIGHTS FIRST OFFICERS REQUIRED FOR STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN  CityJet are delighted to announce Non Type Rated & Rated First Officer opportunities based... The post CityJet Rated & Non Type Rated First Officers Stockholm Job Opportunity  first appeared on kcthepilot Blog ..read more

easyJet have opened their cadet pilot recruitment through CAE to get an MPL licence and fly the A320/ A321. Please see the below requirements before applying. Requirements (taken from the easyJet /CAE recruitment site): Programme Type: Multi-Crew Pilot Licence (MPL) Description The Generation easyJet Pilot Training Programme is Multi-Crew Pilot Licence (MPL) is a competency-based... The post Generation easyJet Pilot Training Programme first appeared on kcthepilot Blog ..read more