Some programs that offer type ratings for pilots end up costing more than you expected to pay. AeroStar has put a lot of thought into their computer-assisted and classroom training programs so that 97 percent of students graduate without purchasing additional simulator time! Type ratings in the Airbus A320 and Boeing B737 and BBJ aircraft. Several programs available to meet (more…)
On Wednesday October 19th AeroStar participated in the Embry Riddle Aeronautical University annual “Career Day” event. As a vendor AeroStar was able to host many ERAU seniors and graduates in our booth to answer lots of questions about training with AeroStar, careers at AeroStar, and how AeroStar can enhance their pilot opportunities both domestic and internationally. Over one thousand students participated in the one (more…)
An external walkaround of an Airbus at the NBAA Annual Convention in Las Vegas. From Wikipedia: The Airbus product line started with the A300, the world’s first twin-aisle, twin-engined aircraft. A shorter, re-winged, re-engined variant of the A300 is known as the A310. Building on its success, Airbus launched the A320 with its innovative fly-by-wire control system. (more…)
Click here to listen to a quick introduction to Tom Hutchins, Flight Instructor. Captain Hutchins has accumulated over 20,000 hours flying Airbus A-320, Boeing B-737, BBJ, B-757, B767, Douglas DC-3, Fokker FH-227 and Nihon YS-11 aircraft. Captain Hutchins has served in positions as Chief Pilot, Director of Training, Check Airman, Designated Examiner, Simulator Instructor and Captain for various well (more…)
AeroStar prides itself on hiring the best instructors. When we hire instructors, we look for people who are not only experienced pilots who have seen many situations and can advise aspiring captains and first officers. In addition, we look for people articulate people who are excellent at getting and keeping the attention of students while they explain key concepts in (more…)
AeroStar uses advanced simulator software to create a complete cockpit on your PC with every knob and dial in the right place. This video is a small sample of the home study program. You get unlimited time with the PC simulator to build confidence and perfect your skills.
By Dave Hensley For many students, passing the FAA written test is a major nail biter! Jitters over the prospect of failing a multiple choice test cause some students to postpone or delay the test and what should be a relatively easy step ends up being a stumbling point and source of frustration. Passing the written test is a necessary (more…)
As the Admissions Director of AeroStar, I learn a lot about our students and their careers. The career path for pilots has changed in the last few years. The career path used to be something like this: Get your multi-engine and commercial license Become a CFI Build time as an instructor Work for a Regional Airline or 121 to build (more…)
AeroStar provides answers and solutions to students seeking advanced flight training. September 13, 2011 – AeroStar Training Services LLC today announced new services for students with aspirations to be an airline captain or first officer. “The career path for aviation students has changed,” indicated Deidra Toye, the Admissions Director at Aerostar. “Aspiring airline captains used to work for years as (more…)
by Scott Patton It seems not a day goes by that we hear about rising unemployment rates and huge problems with the world economy. How is that impacting us here at AeroStar? Sure, we’re facing the high cost of gas on our daily commute, and prices of our lunches have gone up in our cafeteria. We all have friends, neighbors (more…)
Personnel managers for the airlines often sort through many resumes for each posting. There are many things that airlines look for when they’re hiring captains and first officers for Airbus 320s, Boeing 737s, and other pilot jobs. Get out a copy of your resume and review how well your resume reflects the items they value most. While there may be (more…)
Florida Institute of Technology and AeroStar Training Services LLC now offer this unique opportunity to undergraduate flight students, graduate students and alumni of Florida Tech. Through Florida Tech, students from other colleges and universities may take type rating courses for transfer credit as well. The three courses included in the program are: Simulator Observation Jet Transition Type Rating Training Course (more…)
There has been a lot of talk about how careers for pilots are different than they used to be. Many things have changed. Pilots use GPS for naviation, and pilots may use iPads instead of paper charts. The skies are busier, jobs are harder to get, the salary may not go as far and the retirement and perks may not (more…)
Personnel managers for the airlines often sort through many resumes for each posting. There are many things that airlines look for when they’re hiring captains and first officers for Airbus 320s, Boeing 737s, and other pilot jobs. Get out a copy of your resume and review how well your resume reflects the items they value most. While there may be (more…)
Florida Institute of Technology and AeroStar Training Services LLC now offer this unique opportunity to undergraduate flight students, graduate students and alumni of Florida Tech. Through Florida Tech, students from other colleges and universities may take type rating courses for transfer credit as well. The three courses included in the program are: Simulator Observation Jet Transition Type Rating Training Course (more…)
AeroStar Flight Training Services prepares students for careers as captains or first officers of A320s and B737s, which are the most popular airliners in use today. Here are some of the sites that list jobs for these types of pilots, as well as individual airlines sites. We understand that some of these sites are confusing or difficult to use, so (more…)
