PinnedVladimirHow I Became a Pilot: Part 1 — Russian OriginsMy name is Vladimir. I was born in the Siberian city of Tomsk, where I got my first degree and started working in IT. Now, I live in San….21h ago21h ago
VladimirHow I Became a Pilot: Part 8 — Checkride and I am a pilot!So, my training program was coming to an end, and it was time to plan the date for the final exam. It’s worth mentioning that there’s…21h ago21h ago
VladimirHow I Became a Pilot: Part 7 — 100% on Written ExamTo obtain a pilot’s license, you must pass two exams: the first is the written exam, and the second is the Checkride, which includes both…21h ago21h ago
VladimirHow I Became a Pilot: Part 6 — Night FlightI was so impressed by the night cross-country flight that I decided to describe it separately. In Silicon Valley the dense development…21h ago21h ago
VladimirHow I Became a Pilot: Part 5 — Cross-Country FlightsThe next stage for me was to master cross-country flights. First, we had to complete three joint flights with the instructor — one…21h ago21h ago
VladimirHow I Became a Pilot: Part 4 — First Solo FlightAfter three months of training, on May 2, 2013, I made my first solo flight. A solo flight is like a second birthday. Experienced pilots…21h ago21h ago
VladimirHow I Became a Pilot: Part 3 — First Flights with the InstructorIn the U.S., the air traffic control system is very well-designed and highly efficient. Flight training here is also well-structured…21h ago21h ago
VladimirHow I Became a Pilot: Part 2 — New Page in AmericaSince 2011, I began preparing to move to the United States. I was determined to start my own business there and finally obtain my pilot’s…21h ago21h ago
