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Talia
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How much flying experience would you have to have to fly internationally?
I would one day like to fly international so that I could travel more with working
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Martha Kramer
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Hi, Talia - I found this article which gives an answer in context but encourage you to research further - https://pilotinstitute.com/how-many-hours-to-become-a-pilot/#:~:text=However%2C%20on%20average%20it%20takes,pilot%20is%20a%20thrilling%20pursuit.
There seem to be several factors affecting the answer, such as whether you gained experience as a military pilot or whether you have an aviation degree before trying to be a commercial pilot . Also, the size of the aircraft you want to fly seems to make a difference. My nephew is a pilot, and he started flying in regional airlines and worked his way into major airlines that would even have international flights.
I like traveling for work, too -- good luck!
There seem to be several factors affecting the answer, such as whether you gained experience as a military pilot or whether you have an aviation degree before trying to be a commercial pilot . Also, the size of the aircraft you want to fly seems to make a difference. My nephew is a pilot, and he started flying in regional airlines and worked his way into major airlines that would even have international flights.
I like traveling for work, too -- good luck!
James Constantine Frangos
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Hey there, Talia!
So, you're interested in international flying? That's fantastic! To make that dream come true, you'll need to gain a good deal of flying experience and meet some specific requirements set by aviation authorities and airlines. The exact amount of experience needed can vary depending on the airline and the type of aircraft you're keen on flying. But don't worry, I'll give you some general guidelines:
First off, there's the Private Pilot License (PPL). To get your hands on a PPL, you'll need at least 40 hours of flight experience, which includes a minimum of 20 hours of flight training and 10 hours of solo flight time. You'll also need to pass a written exam and a practical flight test. Once you have a PPL, you're good to fly internationally, but you might need extra ratings and endorsements to fly into specific countries and regions.
Next up, there's the Commercial Pilot License (CPL). To earn a CPL, you'll need at least 250 hours of flight experience, including 100 hours as the pilot-in-command and 50 hours of cross-country flight time. You'll also need to pass a written exam and a practical flight test. With a CPL, you can start working as a first officer for a commercial airline on international flights.
Lastly, there's the Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL). To secure an ATPL, you'll need a minimum of 1,500 hours of flight experience, including 500 hours of cross-country flight time, 100 hours of night flight time, and 75 hours of instrument flight time. You'll also need to pass a written exam and a practical flight test. With an ATPL, you can fly as a captain for a commercial airline on international routes.
Besides these requirements, you'll also need to meet certain medical and language proficiency requirements. You'll need to pass a medical examination by an FAA-approved medical examiner to ensure you're fit to fly. Plus, you'll need to show you're proficient in English, the language of the country you want to fly to, or any other language widely used in aviation.
To help you out, here are three authoritative reference titles:
1. “Private Pilot License Training Program” by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
2. “Commercial Pilot License Training Program” by the FAA
3. “Airline Transport Pilot License Training Program” by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
These guides provide detailed information on the requirements and training programs for obtaining a PPL, CPL, and ATPL respectively.
Please remember that these requirements can change, so it's crucial to check with the relevant aviation authorities and airlines for the most current information. Also, getting a pilot license requires a significant investment of time and money, so do your homework and weigh the costs and benefits before diving into a career in aviation.
May the good Lord bless you abundantly!
James Constantine Frangos.
So, you're interested in international flying? That's fantastic! To make that dream come true, you'll need to gain a good deal of flying experience and meet some specific requirements set by aviation authorities and airlines. The exact amount of experience needed can vary depending on the airline and the type of aircraft you're keen on flying. But don't worry, I'll give you some general guidelines:
First off, there's the Private Pilot License (PPL). To get your hands on a PPL, you'll need at least 40 hours of flight experience, which includes a minimum of 20 hours of flight training and 10 hours of solo flight time. You'll also need to pass a written exam and a practical flight test. Once you have a PPL, you're good to fly internationally, but you might need extra ratings and endorsements to fly into specific countries and regions.
Next up, there's the Commercial Pilot License (CPL). To earn a CPL, you'll need at least 250 hours of flight experience, including 100 hours as the pilot-in-command and 50 hours of cross-country flight time. You'll also need to pass a written exam and a practical flight test. With a CPL, you can start working as a first officer for a commercial airline on international flights.
Lastly, there's the Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL). To secure an ATPL, you'll need a minimum of 1,500 hours of flight experience, including 500 hours of cross-country flight time, 100 hours of night flight time, and 75 hours of instrument flight time. You'll also need to pass a written exam and a practical flight test. With an ATPL, you can fly as a captain for a commercial airline on international routes.
Besides these requirements, you'll also need to meet certain medical and language proficiency requirements. You'll need to pass a medical examination by an FAA-approved medical examiner to ensure you're fit to fly. Plus, you'll need to show you're proficient in English, the language of the country you want to fly to, or any other language widely used in aviation.
To help you out, here are three authoritative reference titles:
1. “Private Pilot License Training Program” by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)
2. “Commercial Pilot License Training Program” by the FAA
3. “Airline Transport Pilot License Training Program” by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
These guides provide detailed information on the requirements and training programs for obtaining a PPL, CPL, and ATPL respectively.
Please remember that these requirements can change, so it's crucial to check with the relevant aviation authorities and airlines for the most current information. Also, getting a pilot license requires a significant investment of time and money, so do your homework and weigh the costs and benefits before diving into a career in aviation.
May the good Lord bless you abundantly!
James Constantine Frangos.