
Modular training: Should I do my CPL or IR first?
20/11/2023
Embracing the modular route in flight training unveils a realm of flexibility, allowing aspiring pilots to dictate not…
20/11/2023
Embracing the modular route in flight training unveils a realm of flexibility, allowing aspiring pilots to dictate not…
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…
19/04/2022
Wow, where did the last twenty odd years ago? The decision to leave the RAF seemed natural, but…
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…
20/07/2021
In order to become a commercial pilot, students must complete a qualification called an Airline Transport Pilot’s Licence…
15/06/2021
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…
11/05/2021
ATPL vs CPL – When deciding your future career in aviation, it’s important to understand if an ATPL…
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…
20/04/2020
We give our top tips on how to make the most of a distance learning course at BGS.