Cleared for Takeoff: A Career as a Commercial Pilot

Ever wondered what happens behind the cockpit door, or how a Pilot makes hundreds of decisions before an aircraft even leaves the gate? In this Career Simulation you’ll step into the world of commercial aviation and discover how the UK’s airlines train and rely on highly skilled Pilots. From reading the weather and managing fuel to leading a crew and communicating with air traffic control, you’ll see why flying is about far more than just operating an aircraft. Whether you’re drawn to the technical challenge or the responsibility of keeping people safe, find out how becoming a Pilot could open the door to a global career.

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This Career Simulation won’t just be us explaining what Pilots do: you’ll get stuck in by completing quizzes and interactive activities to test your own skills and decision-making. This experience will show you how a flight comes together, from pre-flight planning to a safe landing, and what it feels like to be responsible for an aircraft and everyone on board. At the end, you’ll be supplied with a certificate to add to your CV, proving you’re ready to take your first steps towards a career on the flight deck.

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