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Importance of the Phonetic Aviation Alphabet

If you’re new to the aviation industry, you may just be learning about the aviation alphabet. The world of aviation requires a different alphabet for the military, air controllers, pilots and agents within the airlines. Because certain letters sound very similar, the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) created the International Radiotelephony Spelling Alphabet.  In order to be sure that letters

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How to Effectively Gain Flight Hours

Accruing flight hours is one of the most crucial steps on the pathway to becoming an airline pilot. Even when you obtain the necessary ratings and certifications, 1,500 flight hours are required in order to make the transition into a career. When you work to build your flight hours, you put all your skills to use, practice and hone your

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High School to Flight School: Why AeroGuard is the School for You

There can be pressure from family, friends, and professors on your career after high school. Some may say you need to attend a 4 year college; others may say work for a few years, and others may just tell you to do what you find the best for your own future! Deciding the career you want to take for the

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How to Get the Most Out of Your SkyWest Mentor

Mentorships are continuing to grow and become more and more popular in different careers. Many people recognize that mentors are important and a great way to discover more about your career, the different paths you can take and even about yourself. Finding the right mentor can benefit your career tremendously.  At AeroGuard, we are partnered with SkyWest Airlines, a top

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flight instructor salary
What Can You Expect from a Flight Instructor Salary?

Whether starting off as a brand new cadet, or if you already have your pilot license, working as a CFI and earning a flight instructor salary is a key step in your aviation career. It allows pilots to accrue the necessary flight time they need to progress, or to keep their skills sharp and train a new generation of pilots.

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EAA AirVenture Oshkosh

About: EAA AirVenture Oshkosh is an annual gathering of aviation enthusiasts held each summer at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. For seven days from sunrise to well past sunset, your Oshkosh day is filled with thrilling displays of aerobatics, informative programs and hands-on workshops, diverse aircraft spanning all eras of flight, evening programs, and much, much more. Details: Day: July

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Instrument rating requirements
Instrument Rating Requirements For Cadets To Master

As a part of the AeroGuard curriculum, all of our cadets progress through the necessary steps for a number of certifications. From their private pilot license (PPL) to their certified flight instructor multi-engine (MEI), we want to ensure our cadets have the full training they need to become desirable hires moving into the workforce. Part of the curriculum specifically includes

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AeroGuard’s Rotor Transition Program – Elevate Your Flying

We spend a lot of time here on the AeroGuard blog talking about the career and life of a pilot, and for good reason! So many of our students and audience are folks who are looking to make the leap into a whole new career in the aviation industry. But there is another path that leads to a life as

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female pilots
5 Reasons Female Pilots Are Excited About Their Career Choice

If you are dreaming of becoming a pilot, you aren’t alone! In the past century, planes have become one of the most common modes of transportation. Amelia Earhart, known as “Lady Lindy”, was one of the first female pilots in history. She was an American aviation pioneer for flying the first female solo flight across the Atlantic Ocean. Over the

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How to Prevent Pilot Fatigue: Tips Before Take-Off

Pilots need to be well rested to be able to focus on their flights. Before being able to legally fly a plane pilots must realize the condition they are in before take-off. If a pilot isn’t well rested this can be one of the biggest threats to passengers and other pilots in the air. Being rested is one of the

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