Mariama's Project

What is A Pilot?

A pilot is a person who operates the flying controls of an aircraft.

What Does it Mean to Be a Pilot?

When you think of a pilot, all the cliché images that flash across your brain do have some basis for truth; the suave, smiling pilot with twinkling eyes behind a pair of Ray Ban sunglasses is a predominant image, but there is actually a lot going on behind those sunglasses. “Pilot” is one of those rare words that is both a noun and a verb, which is fitting because a pilot is also two things at once; a person who has also become a pilot. Once you become a pilot, you will never be that person you were before. It is two separate people. With the giant caveat that there are always exceptions to the rule, the question is; what traits do pilots have that make them a “pilot”?

What do you get from being A Pilot?

Becoming a pilot makes you smarter. You'll gain knowledge that you never thought you would need to know. You'll become a better planner, a logical decision-maker, and a meteorologist. You'll learn good resource management, how to be patient and how to operate safely, with a sense of urgency.

What is the Role of A Pilot?

The pilot's responsibilities include:

Transporting passengers and cargo;
Determining the safest routes;
Analyzing flight plans and weather conditions;
Calculating fuel;
Inspecting operation systems and navigation equipment, etc...

What Skills does a Pilot need?

As a pilot, you will need to show:

an understanding of maths and physics;
an ability to understand technical information, as pilots need to know how their aircraft works;
excellent spatial awareness and coordination;
good communication skills;
teamwork skills;
the ability to think quickly and make decisions in difficult situations;
the capacity to remain calm under pressure;
discipline, self-confidence and commitment;
leadership skills, with the ability to give clear commands to cabin crew and passengers; etc...

Is It Worth It?