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7 interesting career paths in the aviation industry

8 January 2018   Learn to Fly

New Year is all about new opportunities, and the aviation industry has a lot to offer. Here are some insights into inspirational aviation careers from Monmouth Executive Airport that offer prestige, great benefits and excitement, for your inspiration.

  1. Cabin Crew: Members of the cabin crew have a demanding position that requires a strong sense of responsibility, a cool head under pressure, and the ability to keep a smile on their face – at all times. In addition to ensuring that clients and guests have a comfortable flight, cabin crew are also involved in safety procedures. You also get to travel around the country or around the world, so it’s a great choice for anyone with a sense of adventure!
  2. Aircraft Maintenance Crew: An integral part of the aviation industry, these specialists focus on the machinery of the aircraft itself, performing repairs and routine maintenance to ensure a safe flight.
  3. Airline Operations Agents: This is a role that is ideal for people with strong administrative experience and organizational skills, as it’s all about tracking the number of passengers, their luggage and how it is stowed, and the aircraft’s fuel.
  4. Flight Dispatcher: Dispatchers share the responsibility of the safety of the flight with the airline captain, and work from the operations office. Their job is to evaluate flight data, weather data, and more to determine if a flight should proceed or not.
  5. Aviation Meteorologist: Weather has a huge impact on the air travel industry, and it is up to aviation meteorologists to evaluate weather data, make accurate weather forecasts across the flight path at all altitudes, and provide this information to flight dispatchers and pilots. This information will determine flight paths and if a flight will be cancelled or grounded.
  6. Flight Instructor: Instructors are responsible for training new pilots as well as keeping current pilots up-to-date with new training programs. They are often senior pilots and have experience flying a range of aircraft, from small training aircraft to huge liners.
  7. Pilot: Pilots have a range of career options open to them that are accessible through different training programs and certifications, from becoming a flight instructor or private jet pilot, to working towards becoming a captain of a major international airliner.

Learn to fly at one of the top flight schools in NJ! 

If you have set your sights on becoming a pilot, Monmouth Airport’s flight school in NJ is the place to be. Start training in the new year and you’ll soon be on your way to a sky-high career!

We have our own FAA certified A&P/IA on premises and our location outside of the crowded New York area airspace designations means that you get to experience clear, uncrowded skies as you learn to fly.

For more information about flying lessons and how to learn to fly, please visit our website at https://monmouthjetcenter.com/ or contact us today.

How To Build Your Career As A Pilot

18 December 2017   Learn to Fly

The festive season is all about making dreams come true, so it’s the perfect time to start putting your career plans to become a pilot into action! There’s more demand for private and commercial pilots than ever before, so follow these essential steps from Monmouth Executive Airport in NJ, and take to the skies.

Complete pilot training at a reputable flight school 

The FAA (Federal Aviation Association) offers several types of pilot’s licenses which determine what kind of aircraft you will be qualified to fly. This includes private pilot, recreational pilot, commercial pilot and sports pilot certifications. Be sure to choose a flight school that is FAA-certified where you will learn from qualified, experienced instructors.

Earn your private pilot’s license 

This is the perfect starting point for your career, and by achieving a set amount of 40 flying hours, passing examinations and demonstrating your skills and knowledge to your flight instructor, you’ll meet the requirements for this license.

You’ll also have to be over the age of 17, and be medically cleared by an FAA medical exam.

Earn your commercial pilot’s license 

This is an additional license that qualifies you to fly commercial aircraft. You need to be over the age of 18, pass a physical exam that includes an eye test, and have logbook endorsements from an authorized instructor to support your level of flying experience. You’ll need to have 150 hours of flight time with 50 hours being as Pilot in Command, be able to demonstrate the required mathematical and aeronautical expertise, and have strong written and oral English language skills.

Get experience in the air 

While the abovementioned licenses qualify you to fly a commercial aircraft, it’s your experience in the air that will determine your career progress, as entry level jobs are very competitive. One way to do this is to qualify for a Certified Flight Instructor’s certificate and work for a few years gaining experience and training new pilots. Other popular options include flying as a banner-towing pilot, for skydivers or for sight-seeing experiences before moving into roles at regional airlines.

Take your exciting first step with Monmouth Airport’s flight school in NJ! 

When it comes to choosing from the best flight schools in New Jersey, experience is everything. Our flight school has over 20 years of pilot training experience in training professional and amateur pilots in a range of 10 different aircraft, as well as logging over 68,000 flight instruction and rental hours.

We have our own FAA certified A&P/IA on premises and our location outside of the crowded New York area airspace designations means that you get to enjoy scenic open skies as you learn to fly.

For more information about our flight school and flying lessons in New Jersey, please contact us or visit our website at https://monmouthjetcenter.com/