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Automobile Engineer to PILOT

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Written on: 27. 02. 2009 [00:12]
turbolader Board SO Topic creator registered since: 26.02.2009 Posts: 3	hey guys, I am an automobile engineer, have completed my masters in the US in automotive systems n crash safety, and have worked with Toyota Racing Development and have also done proving ground testing for the same. Now i have gained a lot of interest for planes n flying, i am 23yrs old and am thinking of shifting to flying by the end of 2009. Now i have no clue about the procedures to go about to get into a flying school n which would be the fastest mode to get a pilot license and how much would it cost. Do i have to take an ground skool training before i join any flying skool?? And since im 23yrs old, is it too late to start a career in this field?? Will my masters degree in the above mentioned, by any way help me in this field or make it easier to get a job? I would greatly appreciate if u guys could giv me ur feed back, as i guess a lot of experienced or trainee pilots in this forum could help me make the right decision. Regards, -turbolader
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Written on: 02. 03. 2009 [22:34]
coffeeplease Board FO Moderator registered since: 31.10.2007 Posts: 66	Hi turboloader, You are definitely not too old to start a career in Aviation or as a pilot! In fact it is an ideal age. Please have a look into the download section of this website to find useful advice how to become a pilot. As a rule of thumb it can be said that a higher degree of education can help to get your (first) pilot job. But do not overestimate it... Flying is no rocket science, but you need determination, a sense for technology, interpersonal and basic flying skills. Ah...and not to forget: MONEY!
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