22/09/2023
This article provides an overview of the world’s largest public airlines based on their revenue as of January…
14/09/2023
Airline pilots often embody the allure of a glamorous, high-paying career. They shoulder the responsibility of guiding aircraft…
08/09/2023
There’s no such thing as an extremely straightforward ATPL subject. Each of them demands a dedicated approach, although…
30/08/2023
In a pilot’s world, few documents are as significant as logbooks. Aside from their medical and flying certificates,…
04/08/2023
If you’ve always dreamed of a career in aviation and are ready to take the leap, it’s essential…
20/07/2023
Becoming a professional pilot is a significant achievement that requires dedicated training and perseverance. There are different types…
20/06/2023
As we soar through the boundless expanse of the sky, we are often mesmerised by the breathtaking beauty…
16/05/2023
Have you ever been in an airport or plane and wondered what certain signs or markings meant on…
08/03/2023
To celebrate International Women’s Day, we caught up with our female students about their journey to becoming a…
To celebrate International Women’s Day, we caught up with our female students about their journey to becoming a…
12/01/2023
In Instrumentation, you will learn about the various systems and instruments onboard an aircraft that are essential for…
16/11/2022
The new regulations which came into effect 30 October 2022 introduce the concept of energy as well as…
10/11/2022
Meteorology is the scientific study of the air environment including weather, climate, and atmosphere. In an ATPL theory…
13/09/2022
In this series of blogs, we hear from Bristol Groundschool students about their time studying with us and…
07/09/2022
In this series of blogs, we hear from Bristol Groundschool students about their time studying with us and…
13/07/2022
General Navigation (Gen Nav) covers topics and skills you will need for flying an aircraft such as charts,…
In Principles of Flight, you’ll study lift, drag, thrust, and weight as they affect an aircraft during flight….
17/06/2022
Since the UK CAA left EASA, students have had to decide what licence or licences they would like…
18/05/2022
Starting helicopter pilot training is an exciting time no matter what level of licence you train for. If…
25/04/2022
If you’re wanting to become an airline pilot, you’ll need to study for your Airline Transport Pilots Licence…
19/04/2022
Wow, where did the last twenty odd years ago? The decision to leave the RAF seemed natural, but…
13/04/2022
If you’re thinking about becoming a pilot, you first have to know which licence will be best for…
22/03/2022
In this series of blogs, we hear from Bristol Groundschool students about their time studying with us, why…
21/03/2022
Our course materials consist of computer-based training software ATPdigital, recorded webinars with our experienced instructors, and a free…
In this series of blogs, we hear from Bristol Groundschool students about their time studying with us, why…
18/03/2022
When attending a selection day with an airline, you’ll be assessed against the 9 pilot competencies. These are…
28/02/2022
In this series of blogs, we hear from Bristol Groundschool students about their time studying with us, why…
23/02/2022
In this series of blogs, we hear from Bristol Groundschool students about their time studying with us, why…
17/02/2022
Pilot training is a significant commitment because of the financial cost and time it takes to complete. Before…
15/02/2022
Once you have decided you want to become a commercial pilot, your next question might be how to…
21/01/2022
Starting your ground school studies can be daunting as it may have been a while since you last…
24/11/2021
Before starting your practical training for either an ATPL or CPL licence, you will need to obtain a…
27/10/2021
Ground school training consists of studying 13 ATPL subjects, each intended to teach different skills, knowledge and systems…
Before gaining your ATPL, you will need to pass your 13 ATPL theory exams which consist of multi-choice…
14/10/2021
Before you start studying your ATPL theory, you might have some questions about what you’ll be studying, what…
07/10/2021
Becoming a commercial pilot can be an exciting and fulfilling career for those with the right skills and…
15/09/2021
Starting your private pilot licence training is an exciting time for any future pilot. With a Private Pilot’s…
13/09/2021
Whatever your reason for studying to become a pilot, before you gain your private pilot’s licence, you’ll need…
09/09/2021
Bristol Groundschool’s high-quality PPL training material solution for aviation training organisations in the UK and Europe Gaining a…
26/08/2021
A private pilots’ licence (PPL) is the first step for many people aiming to begin their careers in…
17/08/2021
Choosing to pursue a career in aviation is a dream for many people eager to take to the…
20/07/2021
In order to become a commercial pilot, students must complete a qualification called an Airline Transport Pilot’s Licence…
16/07/2021
After completing your PPL, your next step to becoming a commercial airline pilot is to study and complete…
07/07/2021
Since the pandemic, many schools have moved their ground school training online, including Bristol Groundschool. The feedback we’ve…
23/06/2021
Finding the right ground school to suit you and your style of learning can be overwhelming and time-consuming….
15/06/2021
For many, a career as a pilot taking to the skies and travelling across the world is a…
Wings Alliance cadet Tirth Patel shares his experience of obtaining the IR(R) When I was first toying…
Becoming a pilot and flying across the world is a dream job for many of our students. Whilst…
28/05/2021
In short, an instrument rating course is training for an instrument rating (IR), which is an addition to…
Once you have decided you want to become a commercial pilot, your next question might be how to…
11/05/2021
ATPL vs CPL – When deciding your future career in aviation, it’s important to understand if an ATPL…
01/12/2020
Jess Dettmer, a Bristol Groundschool student’s experience
18/11/2020
Following on from the much publicised BALPA warning not to begin professional pilot training and the general doom…
01/07/2020
This is the second part of our blog written by BGS training advisor George Jobbins, who shares his…
24/06/2020
George, a former BGS training advisor, shares his experience of a UPRT course UPRT stands for ‘Upset Prevention…
02/06/2020
Our training advisor, George Jobbins, takes you through the routes available to anyone wanting to become a commercial pilot.
20/05/2020
Becoming a commercial pilot during a global pandemic In this blog, Bristol Groundschool student Harry Tait talks us…
18/05/2020
Becoming a commercial pilot during a global pandemic In a series of blogs, BGS students will be sharing…
15/05/2020
Jonethan Griffin talks to us about life as a student pilot during lockdown.
21/04/2020
What should student pilots do during the coronavirus lockdown? We give some tips and advice.
20/04/2020
We give our top tips on how to make the most of a distance learning course at BGS.
24/03/2020
Like many countries, the UK is currently on Government mandated ‘lockdown’, with only essential activity and travel permitted.
29/11/2018
Reflections from a Summer of flying Another late post, sorry! Since the last post, the past 3 months…
19/07/2018
The plotted route showing the westbound transit through Southampton towards the New Forest. Since my last post I’ve…
01/06/2018
After a wet March and April, May proved to be a lot drier, bringing some much settled weather…
27/03/2018
Pre-flight checks before heading off from Lee to Goodwood As hoped, February brought drier and much colder weather,…
09/02/2018
Another day of ‘no flying’ for former Bristol Groundschool student Richard … Well what can I say? I…
06/11/2017
Former Bristol Ground School student Richard Gale continues his training Pre-flighting KH, a beautiful calm dewy autumnal morning….
22/09/2017
Richard before a checkout flight in ‘KH’ – photo courtesy of John Richardson Since completing the Bristol Groundschool ATPLs…
23/06/2017
Since I last wrote, a lot has happened. It was the last 4 weeks before undertaking the Module…
25/04/2017
It’s exactly one month today until I sit the first of the final six exams for Module 3…
07/03/2017
BGS Graphs and Diagrams Just another quick update from me with regards to the ongoing Module 3 study….
27/01/2017
Firstly happy new year! 26 days in, not sure I can still get away with saying that! Anyway…
05/01/2017
As 2016 ends, I thought I’d share a few moments from the year relating to all things aviation,…
09/12/2016
One week to go! Once again, apologies for the lack of posts recently, a week tomorrow I pack…
06/10/2016
29th September 2016 August and September were busy months mixed with flying, work, study and birthdays, so I…
25/08/2016
23rd August 2016 The seated position of concentration, holding height in…
09/08/2016
July 2016 Last Sunday I began the first step towards the training required to gain a tail wheel…
21/06/2016
JUNE 2016 So after a short wait, I received my results for the four Module 1 ATPL subjects…
06/06/2016
Sunday 5 June 2016 Since finishing the reading of Bristol Groundschool Module 1 which includes 4 subjects, I’ve been…
03/05/2016
April 2016 Just a quick update from my world amongst the ATPL study folders! I’ve now read and completed…
January 2016 So, nearly two months into Module 1 now and the work pace and content is really…
In March 2015, I was fortunate enough to win The Air League / Bristol Ground School ATPL (A)…
03/04/2016
Richard Gale is a student pilot, studying with Bristol Groundschool as part of his commercial pilot training, towards his…
