Posts by James Thole
What is it like to be a Commercial Pilot?
Are you thinking about becoming a commercial pilot, but not quite sure what a typical day looks like? As you can imagine the typical day for a commercial airline pilot is much different from most careers. Many of CTI’s students have gone on to enjoy successful careers in the cockpit of commercial airliners. So we…
Read MoreHeroes in Flight: Charlie Taylor
There are many heroes that have helped advance aviation throughout the years. World War I saw soldiers in the sky, and advancements including machine guns, bombsights, and ocean-liner-sized dirigibles. World War II saw the dawn of modern jet propulsion and nearly 70 years of technological innovation and advancement. Charlie Taylor is another one of those…
Read MoreThe Top 5 Most Expensive Planes in the World
What are the most expensive planes being manufactured today? Every one of them costs hundreds of millions of dollars. Can you fly one? Maybe, if you get your commercial pilot’s license and work your way up the ranks you might find yourself behind the wheel of a flying machine that’s worth hundreds of millions of…
Read MoreHow to Get Your Private Pilot License in 2021
All things indicate that the aviation market is set for a comeback in 2021. People are ready to fly and we now know enough to do it safely. However, the private flying industry is booming more than ever before and will likely continue. COVID-19 led to a lot of wealthy individuals switching from first-class to…
Read More2021 Aviation Trends to Watch For
Like many other industries across the economy, the airline industry took a massive hit in 2020 thanks to COVID-19. We saw massive job cuts and bankruptcies. At the same time, the situation provided some opportunities for new innovations. Tough situations bring out the best problem solvers. Here are some 2021 trends to keep your eye…
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