Flying is something many of us dream about − if you want to make your dream come true, pursue flying as a career. Have you ever crafted paper planes or have you been playing with model aircrafts for hours? Then it is time to turn your favourite pastime into your profession.
If you have a passion for flying, you may be certain that you will find a work place above the clouds. And one thing is for sure: Even after many years of flying this job remains fascinating because every day you experience anew the splendour of a deep blue sky, the unforgettable view of the snow-capped mountains and the emergence from the bank of clouds into the glazing sunlight.
However, flying implies more than that: On board you have to come to terms with complex high tech systems which determine the operational procedures in the cockpit and demand of the pilot maximum concentration, a high degree of perfection and a relevant professional qualification. While the pilot's actions in the cockpit are being assisted by sophisticated computers, decisions are still taken by the pilot himself/herself.
All the more important it is that a future pilot brings with him/her both passion for flying and a good understanding of working with a high degree of accuracy in a high-tech environment. We will take care of getting you started into your dream job.
The atmosphere in the cockpit is characterised by highest concentration since the team is reliable. Every pilot must be ready to face the challenge of being responsible for the safety and security of the aircraft and the passengers. The pilot's daily duties include amongst others the adjustment of the flight plan data, checking the instruments, waiting for the air traffic controllers to give their instructions as well as for the tower to give permission for take off.
And that is not all: Every flight requires an accurate preparation. For this purpose, the crew meets at least 60 minutes before take off to discuss the details of the flight, to test the aircraft’s operational readiness, to programme the flight plan data into the so-called flight management system and to request the weather reports. The flight plan and the weather conditions, however, are the basis for working out the best fuel quantity. Before the aircraft rolls to the runway for take off many other adjustments needs to be performed by the cockpit crew.
For this reason, having communication skills and being able to teamwork are essential requirements to fulfil.
Comprehensive crew resource management training ensures a smooth crew coordination and communication in the cockpit and in the cabin. Last but not least, the future pilots will be trained to handle confidently stressful situations that may arise.