Mentor Mindset1 Jul 2020

How to become a Pilot - David Brodlie

For many becoming a pilot was a childhood dream. On today’s episode of Mentor Mindset we interview David Brodlie a fully trained Ryanair First Officer and graduate of Marr College.

“For young people if you know somebody that is in the industry you are interested in then there’s nothing wrong with having a wee chat with them” - David Brodlie.

David gives a taste of what an aviation academy is like and what to expect as a cadet (5:29). He explains the journey towards his career as a pilot and his key tip to any future pilots, “not to think too far ahead! Its hard work but very rewarding”. Becoming a pilot takes both theoretical and practical knowledge, David expresses his excitement when he finally got to pilot a plane after strenuous number of exams and test.

Jennifer and David discuss questions around competency-based questions and how to practise them (10:00). Competency based questions are a specific set of question which companies use to evaluate possible candidates.

After graduation David reflects on the reality of getting a job as a pilot but he mentions getting into a reputable flight academy and hard work helps reserve an interview. Additionally, he said not to let rejection let you down and never give up. (16:00).

The life of Pilot can be stressful with unsocial hours, busy work life schedule and regular travel checks but as David mentions all those difficulties are faded away when you’re enjoying your work.

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