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Let’s talk about the financial aspect. While some costs like course fees and accommodation are fixed, many others are based on my estimates. For detailed breakdown, you can refer to this google sheet. Pre-Courses Expenses Training & Living Budgeting I’ve included a 10% buffer on the total to account for unexpected expenses and price fluctuations.…

If you’re considering the FTA private student path keep in mind it requires patience, persistence, and an ability to embrace the unexpected. Here’s how my journey unfolded. Day 0 – Sent enquiry email to FTADay 6 – Received reply from FTADay 7 – Locked in theory test dateDay 10 – Granted access to FTA portalDay…

While FTA is renowned for its airline cadet programs, the private student route also has a selection process in place, you can’t just pay and show up. Let me walk you through my experience. Phase 1: Online theory test It all started with a simple email to FTA expressing my interest. After they scheduled me…

As I sit down to write this, I’m only 4 weeks away from heading to Australia to start my Commercial Pilot License (CPL) program at Flight Training Adelaide (FTA). It all started with an aerobatic flight in the UK back in 2017. At that moment, it was simply an adrenaline pumping experience, just for fun,…