Commercial pilots

FAA to require “secondary flight deck barrier” on airliners

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will require the installation of a physical secondary barrier to the flight deck on new commercial aircraft.

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ATPL vs MPL: Demystifying the differences with expert insights from L3Harris

Expert insights from L3Harris’ Dave Coward to help clarify the differences between ATPL and MPL pilot training programs. Learn about the unique features of each programme and find out how to improve your chances of achieving success as a candidate.

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Pilot psychology and the go-around

A new study aims to use pilot psychology to tackle go-arounds...

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Airline pilots give verdict on favourite airports

It isn’t just passengers who have best-loved airports – pilots often do, too. From hubs to hilltops, in their own words we hear why certain airfields stand out from the crowd.

Why easyJet is smashing stereotypes to find 1,000 new pilots

In the latest signal that demand is returning to the commercial aviation sector, British low-cost carrier easyJet says it is actively looking to hire 1,000 new cadets

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Commercial pilot training: what next?

Airlines are increasingly concerned about the lack of qualified pilots. Mark Broadbent looks at how specialist training providers are addressing their fears