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Pilots (aviation)

Pilots are a main asset of an airplane. They steer the plane to its designated destination.

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Why glider pilots gain height by flying over large ploughed fields?

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They gain height by flying over large ploughed fields because the large ploughed area gives heat and the glider takes advantage of this to gain altitude

How does the pilot try to hide a feeling of nervousness before the flight in the passage Off You Go into the Wild Blue Yonder?

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Even thought the pilot's heart was pounding, he or she attempted to sound nonchalant when talking to the instructor.

Can both pilots be Christian?

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Yes, both pilots can be Christian. A pilot's religious beliefs do not impact their ability to safely operate an aircraft. It is important for pilots to work together regardless of their religious beliefs to ensure the safety of the flight.

How did Bessie Coleman show her character traits?

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Bessie Coleman showed determination and resilience by pursuing her dream of becoming a pilot despite facing racial and gender discrimination. She also demonstrated courage and independence by traveling to France to receive her pilot's license when no flight school in the U.S. would accept her due to her race and gender.

Were can you buy pilot and huxley books?

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You can buy Pilot and Huxley books at bookstores, online retailers like Amazon, or through the publisher's website. Additionally, some libraries may also carry these books for borrowing.

Where do airline pilots go to the bathroom?

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They put the plain on auto-pilot. NO THAT IS NOT DANGEROUS!!!

Who are the best fighter pilots in the world?

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Skills in pilots are often measured by their safety record. But that can be misleading.

Great pilots are those who use their superior skills to avoid situations where they might have to apply those very skills to exit from that situation. Skills are developed as a result of experience and training. Situational awareness, analytical ability and decision making processes all contribute to the overall effectiveness of a pilot.

Many military pilots have highly tuned skills like those mentioned above. Of course many civilian pilots do also, however, their exposure to difficult situations are often far less likely to occur than military fliers. It's the name of the game. Therefor, I would say that military pilots, especially those flying high performance jet aircraft are amongst the best in the world.

And if combat victories are an indication of skills, then the best pilot that ever lived must have been Baron von Richthoven aka "the Red Baron", the highest scoring ace of all time who many times has been accredited as the creator of modern day aerial combat.

Should pilots carry firearms?

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Yes. In case of a terroristic threat on their plane, they need to be able to protect their plane and there passenger's. A typical standard police issue 9mm would be sufficient for all pilots. All pilots would need to have small firearms training so the pilot knows ow the firearm works.

Added: It is NOT a mtter of 'should' they, this question is not open to a debate. It is established law that commercial airline pilots CAN, when properly trained, carry firearms in the cockpit.

What type of map do pilots use to navigate?

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I have not clue but ... look it up on Google , bing so on... and sorry i didnt answer ur question proberbly they use normal maps where it shows what country they go :P.

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Ans-2: There are special aviation maps, standardized layout for the whole world..

It starts with a Terminal Area chart (TAC)(250,000:1) which covers an area around a Class B airport area.

Then there is a "Sectional" chart (500,000:1) which covers a pproximately the area of a state.

After that there is World Airways Chart (1,000,000:1) which is largely useless as it is too high scale.

The above are all VFR (Visual Flight Rules) charts. there are corresponding IFR (Instrument Flight Rules) charts.

Then there are approach plates designed to permit correct approaches to individual airports and runways.

Go to your local small airport and find the "Pilot Shop". Buy a TAC chart for some nearby major airport and study it.

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How much do blimp pilots make?

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Goodyear Blimp pilots start at about $70,000/year, and can go up to $200,000.

How do pilots find there way around in the sky?

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With their altimeter. An instrument on the craft's dashboard, called an altimeter, reads the altitude of the craft. In addition, every airfield has a designated altitude above Mean Sea Level assigned, to help calibrate and interpret actual altitudes above ground level.

What happened to kamikaze pilots in World War 2?

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The Japanese were so willing to die for that country. That they were even willing to kill them selves to protect it.

Really it was about dieing for the Emperor, which was viewed as a God. The "divine wind" is a term referring to these men.

Believe it or not, they had a submarine version of these men also. They climbed into torpedoes and were launched from submarines underwater. These were called "Kaiten" bombers. A one person torpedo with zero chance of getting out.

While very terrifying, there is not much evidence that the roles of these people played any real impact n the war.

Loss of life from these submariners was higher for the Japanese then for any other group. Many of these men died in launch tubs waiting to be fired.

The Kamikaze often died trying to reach their target and (with some exceptions) did little real damage.

How many pilots are there in the US?

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In 2014 in America (latest statistics available), there were a total of 593,499 pilots certified by the FAA. In 2008 in America (for comparison with Canada), there were a total of 613,746 pilots certified by the FAA. In 2008 in Canada, (last statistics available), there were a total of 64,932 pilots certified by Transport Canada. In both countries, very roughly 0.2% of the population are pilots. That's very roughly 1 in 500 civilians. Military pilots are not included. In 2010 in the UK, there were 21,063 civil aircraft registered, and about 28,000 Private Pilots, and 10,000 certified glider pilots.

What is the average IQ of airline pilots?

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110 is the minimum to complete an ATPL training in my opinion. Mine is 119 it all went well, but I have colleagues witch had more difficulties and I range them somewhere around 100 to 110. But finally there are a lot of aspects like decision making and confidence in this job.

Which is true of Japanese kamikaze pilots?

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Their attacks were hard to defend against

How can you become an ambulance helicopter pilot?

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Probably the best way is to go into the navy/raf or army as a helicoptor pilot for a few years and then apply to your AirAmb unit with years of expeience. That's how people i know have done it.

I believe that you'll also need licenses like a PPL, and a CPL (private, commercial pilots license) and maybe others

How many holidays do pilots get?

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Depends how long you've been working for the company, if you've been there a long time you might have 15 days a month off and have vacation time on top of that. If your new probably no holidays

Are navy pilots and Air Force pilots military pilots?

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Yes, navy pilots and air force pilots are military pilots.

What is the yearly wage for working as an pilot?

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Check a website like salary.com for specific information based on your area, experience, type of employer (private corporation, airline, etc.) and certifications.

Do pilots cheat with flight attendants?

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No, they cheat with ex- girlfriends when they fly to their hometown.

What are some famous pilots?

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Most famous were: Roland Garros(the first forward firing gun was his invention),Georges Guynemer(of the Storks regiment), (the invincible) Albert Ball, Manfred Von Richthofen(holds the title of most planes downed during the war), Raoul Lufbery, Edward Mannock(holds the highest number of planes downed for the Allies), Willy Coppens(most recognized balloon shooter), Dave Ingalis(the most famous navy pilot) and Eddie Rickenbacker.

What is the education requirements for a pilot?

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Get good grades in high school. Math, science and more good grades are needed in college and preferably an ROTC program. Join either a Navy or Air Force pilot program.

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The math and science skills are a must. There is no way around that. You need a four year college degree. It really does not matter what it is in, however mechanical engineering is the "pedigree" degree for a pilot for numerous reasons. Join an Air National Guard Unit and let them pay for college while you are going. From here you can get a job working around pilots and aircraft while going to college. While you are in school, take flying lessons. You should have at least 100 hours and your private license and instrument ratings. By being in an Air National Guard unit you can apply at the unit you are in for a flying slot where the people know you and are more likely to choose you to be a pilot. You also may apply to other units where you know what aircraft you are going to fly. This applies to the reserve as well. If nothing pans out there you can apply to the Active Air Force, Navy, and Marines for a flying position. Keep in mind though that what you fly is predicated on your entry exam grades and flight school grades. You may be flying an F-15 or a C-130. You don't get a choice. By applying to Guard and Reserve units you can choose the airframe you wish to fly.

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Go to a service academy. The best way to become a fighter pilot is to go to the Air Force Academy because they give out a pilot slot to whoever wants it. Not to all but they have 520 pilot slots for 800 cadets. ROTC only has 520 slots for tons of cadets across the country. Whether or not you track to a fighter does not matter about your grades in college or any kind of entry exam as stated above. It is all about day one of SUPT. You must do better than all of your peers in pilot training and show a good attitude. If you screw your peers over you will not get a fighter and you do not deserve one if you do that. But the fighter pilot is a dying breed and if you make it you are one of a very select few who get to call themselves a fighter pilot and you should be proud.

Are pilots among the richest people in the world?

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I think it's the people who fly a jet aircraft

How do you find out if someone has a pilot's license?

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In the US, the FAA controls licensing of pilots. You can search for their pilot's license (a.k.a. their Airmen Certificate) on the FAA's website: https://amsrvs.registry.faa.gov/airmeninquiry/