bakerin
14th Sep 2023, 19:46
I hope this post finds you all well. I'm writing on behalf of my father, who unfortunately doesn't have internet access at the moment but is now getting back into the world of aviation. He has a wealth of experience and is looking to return to flight instructing after a long hiatus.
To provide some context, my father was a captain for 25 years after transitioning away from flight instructing around 30 years ago. His last official flight was back in August 2013, which means he's been out of the cockpit for just over a decade. He has well over 10,000 hours of flying experience under his belt.
Now, he's set his sights on returning to flight instructing, and we're looking for some guidance on what it might entail in terms of time and cost, considering his extensive background in aviation. He's based in the UK and intends to complete all of his training there.
Obviously his prior experience will likely make the process smoother and quicker than for a beginner, but we're keen to get an idea of the rough timeline and expenses involved. We're particularly interested in insights from those familiar with the UK's aviation regulations and training system.
Any advice, recommendations, or personal experiences you can share would be greatly appreciated. Whether it's regarding the reactivation of his flight instructor certificate, flight hours needed for currency, ground training, or any other relevant information, we're open to hearing it all.
Thank you in advance for your assistance, and we look forward to receiving your valuable input. My father is truly excited about the prospect of returning to the skies and helping the next generation of pilots take flight.
To provide some context, my father was a captain for 25 years after transitioning away from flight instructing around 30 years ago. His last official flight was back in August 2013, which means he's been out of the cockpit for just over a decade. He has well over 10,000 hours of flying experience under his belt.
Now, he's set his sights on returning to flight instructing, and we're looking for some guidance on what it might entail in terms of time and cost, considering his extensive background in aviation. He's based in the UK and intends to complete all of his training there.
Obviously his prior experience will likely make the process smoother and quicker than for a beginner, but we're keen to get an idea of the rough timeline and expenses involved. We're particularly interested in insights from those familiar with the UK's aviation regulations and training system.
Any advice, recommendations, or personal experiences you can share would be greatly appreciated. Whether it's regarding the reactivation of his flight instructor certificate, flight hours needed for currency, ground training, or any other relevant information, we're open to hearing it all.
Thank you in advance for your assistance, and we look forward to receiving your valuable input. My father is truly excited about the prospect of returning to the skies and helping the next generation of pilots take flight.