BECOME A PILOT | 13 Session Programme Schedule

Tuesdays | 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Starts Tuesday 8th September

Ends Tuesday 8th December

Each live session is split into:

• Aviation Knowledge

• Pilot Skills & Career Preparation

Session 1 Tuesday 8th September

Welcome To Aviation

Aviation Knowledge (combines GCSE & A Level)

• Introduction to the aviation industry

• Principles of Flight

• How aircraft generate lift

• Forces acting on an aircraft

Pilot Skills & Career Preparation

• Types of pilot careers

• Airline pilot pathways explained

• Integrated vs modular training

• What airlines actually look for

Session 2 Tuesday 15th September

The Atmosphere & Weather

Aviation Knowledge  (combines GCSE & A Level)

• The atmosphere

• Air pressure and density

• Meteorology basics

• Weather systems and fronts

Pilot Skills & Career Preparation

• Choosing a flight school

• Understanding training environments

• UK vs overseas training

• Flight training expectations

Session 3 Tuesday 22nd September

Aircraft Systems & Powerplants

Aviation Knowledge  (combines GCSE & A Level)

• Aircraft engines and powerplants

• Aircraft systems overview

• Fuel systems

• Electrical and hydraulic systems

Pilot Skills & Career Preparation

• Pilot training costs

• Funding options and finance

• Scholarships and cadet schemes

• Building a realistic aviation plan

Session 4 Tuesday 29th September

Aircraft Performance

Aviation Knowledge  (combines GCSE & A Level)

• Aircraft performance principles

• Weight, drag and thrust

• Take-off and landing performance

• Environmental effects on aircraft performance

Pilot Skills & Career Preparation

• Introduction to airline recruitment

• Recruitment stages explained

• Common reasons applicants fail

• Building a competitive profile early

Session 5 Tuesday 6th October

Mass & Balance

Aviation Knowledge  (combines GCSE & A Level)

• Mass and balance principles

• Centre of gravity

• Loading aircraft safely

• Practical balance exercises

Pilot Skills & Career Preparation

• Writing strong aviation applications

• Personal statements

• Structuring answers effectively

• Avoiding common application mistakes

Session 6 Tuesday 13th October

Navigation & Flight Planning

Aviation Knowledge  (combines GCSE & A Level)

• Headings, tracks and drift

• Wind correction angles

• Basic navigation principles

• Introduction to fuel planning

Pilot Skills & Career Preparation

• Aptitude testing explained

• Multi-tasking exercises

• Spatial awareness and reaction testing

• Preparing for pilot assessments

Session 7 Tuesday 20th October

Maths In Aviation

Aviation Knowledge  (combines GCSE & A Level)

• Trigonometry in flight mechanics

• Speed, distance and time calculations

• Practical flight maths

• Mental maths for pilots

Pilot Skills & Career Preparation

• Time management and study discipline

• Building effective revision habits

• Academic preparation strategies

• Staying motivated under pressure

HALF TERM BREAK

Tuesday 27th October

No Session

Session 8 Tuesday 3rd November

Runways & Airfields

Aviation Knowledge  (combines GCSE & A Level)

• Runway markings and designators

• Taxiways and airport layouts

• Airfield operations

• Basic airport procedures

Pilot Skills & Career Preparation

• Communication skills for pilots

• Professional language and behaviour

• Speaking under pressure

• Building confidence

Session 9 Tuesday 10th November

Human Performance In Flight

Aviation Knowledge  (combines GCSE & A Level)

• Human performance and limitations

• Fatigue and situational awareness

• Hypoxia and altitude

• Vision and perception in aviation

Pilot Skills & Career Preparation

• The 9 Pilot Competencies

• Leadership and teamwork

• Problem solving and resilience

• Professional standards in aviation

Session 10 Tuesday 17th November

Decision Making & Threat Management

Aviation Knowledge  (combines GCSE & A Level)

• Decision making in aviation

• Threat and error management

• Basic flight procedures

• Introduction to abnormal situations

Pilot Skills & Career Preparation

• The TDODAR decision-making model

• Cockpit gradients and CRM

• Team communication

• Decision making under pressure

Session 11 Tuesday 24th November

Aviation Law & Professionalism

Aviation Knowledge  (combines GCSE & A Level)

• Introduction to air law

• Pilot responsibilities

• Rules of the air

• Aviation professionalism

Pilot Skills & Career Preparation

• Online interview preparation

• Video interview techniques

• Body language and communication

• Presenting yourself professionally

Session 12 Tuesday 1st December

Airline Selection Preparation

Aviation Knowledge  (combines GCSE & A Level)

• Reviewing core aviation knowledge

• Operational airline scenarios

• Real-world aviation problem solving

• Aviation case studies

Pilot Skills & Career Preparation

• Airline interview preparation

• Competency-based questions

• Mock interview exercises

• Handling pressure and nerves

Session 13 Tuesday 8th December

Final Assessment & Future Planning

Aviation Knowledge  (combines GCSE & A Level)

• Consolidation of programme knowledge

• Aviation quiz and scenario exercises

• Group discussions and review

Pilot Skills & Career Preparation

• Future planning and next steps

• Preparing for sixth form and university

• Building long-term aviation goals

• Final Q&A

Additional Programme Features

Throughout the programme students will also receive:

• Aviation career guidance

• Study and revision support

• Interactive discussions

• Practical aviation examples

• Question bank resources

• Homework for the next session

• Mentoring and professional insight

• Opportunities to ask questions live

Important Information

• Sessions run live online every Tuesday

• Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm

• Limited to 50 students

• One registered student per booking

• Session content and schedule may be modified where necessary

• Recordings or redistribution are not permitted

Got a question? Email fly@theaviationguy.co.uk for more information or call us using the number in the footer, lines are open 9am-5pm UK time daily.