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Flight training is a course of study used when learning to pilot an aircraft. The overall purpose of primary and intermediate flight training is the acquisition and honing of basic airmanship skills.Although there are various
types of aircraft, many of the principles of piloting them have common techniques, especially those aircraft which are heavier than air types. All training courses consist of some combination of theoretical learning conducted on the ground and practical exercises conducted in the air. Initial training is often conducted in specialized training aircraft, which are designed for benign handling characteristics and lower costs compared to the aircraft which the pilot concerned is ultimately aiming to fly. Flight training devices, of which full flight simulators are a major subset, are also used to train pilots in some circumstances at much lower cost and risk than actual flying. The minimum amount of flight training required for private pilots is generally set at 40 hours, however most students require 50-80 hours of training. For glider training the time and expense may be considerably less.

In basic training, the following fundamentals of safe flying are covered for almost all aircraft
(with a few exceptions for the smallest ultra lights missing some features)

* Principles of Flight
* Flight Regulations
* Meteorology
* Navigation
* Radio Communications
* Flight Instruments
* Human Factors
* Medical Certification

For powered aircraft:

* Airframes, Engines and Systems

The FAA Knowledge Test is administered at designated testing centers and consists of a computer- generated 60 question multiple choice exam. Practical Tests are conducted by an FAA or FAA- designated examiner. Upon satisfactory completion of the practical test, a private pilot certificate is immediately issued.

Pilot Training Institutes train an individual on the various skills required to fly an aircraft. It teaches a pilot the process of flying an aircraft through the air with proper direction and control. It also teaches the students to understand the weather forecasts. A qualified pilot is supposed to be an expert in leading his crew and the passengers even in trying circumstances and a leader par excellence. Besides academic qualifications, a commercial pilot should have a sound mind in a healthy body, lot of courage, determination and self-confidence. There are quite a good number of flying schools in India that are recognized by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation and provide excellent training to individuals aspiring to become pilots.

Becoming an Airline Pilot

1. Pass a medical to ensure you meet the medical requirements.

2. Undertake a training course to obtain a Commercial Pilot License

3. Obtain employment to build your flying experience.