Aviation training (pilot training, flight school) involves a rigorous undertaking of all things that affect aviation: aerodynamics, geography, mechanics, weather, and environmental conditions. Aviation training takes many hours of classroom study and discussion, as well as actual flying of jetcraft, airplanes, helicopters, air balloons, or whatever the focus of interest. Aviation careers begin in at various junctures, and are divergent in perspective and purpose. Most careers in aviation, however, remain in the airline industry. Airline flight decks around the world are staffed primarily by ex-military pilots. Military pilots undergo specialized training in preparation for flying under government contracts, mainly in the defense of their governments. Some military aviators combine their government positions with civilian careers, though many spend their entire careers as civilians. The percentage of pilots with training and backgrounds in military service now flying for major airlines, however, is decreasing, and the number of aviation schools and pilot training schools in the U.S. is increasing. Aviation Schools turn out civilian pilots who, after graduation, may choose to fly privately-owned, non-scheduled business and commercial transport planes, or to fly for small airline companies. Private aviation pilots sometimes fly as free-lance pilots, combining aviation with another career, flying as they choose. Others choose entertainment giving balloon rides, or choose civilian rescue and first responder careers commanding helicopters, and still others apply for further training with major airlines. Most aviation pilots make reasonable salaries, though salaries vary widely. While an aviator for a small regional airline might earn a considerably low salary, sometimes under $20,000 annually, an experienced senior aviator in command of an airplane for a major airline (referred to as "captain") averages $130,000 annually. If you are interested in learning more about Aviation Schools, please search our site for further information and resources. DISCLAIMER: Above is a GENERAL OVERVIEW and may or may not reflect specific practices, courses and/or services associated with ANY ONE particular school(s) that is or is not advertised on SchoolsGalore.com. Copyright 2006 - All Rights Reserved Michael Bustamante, in association with Media Positive Communications, Inc. for SchoolsGalore.com Notice to Publishers: Please feel free to use this article in your Ezine or on your Website; however, ALL links must remain intact and active. |
