It may not be common knowledge, but the Veteran's Administration covers the cost of tuition as well as the cost of flight training for veterans. In fact, veterans who are eligible for in-state tuition rates and who attend state college can get fully paid tuition. Some students will be eligible for more educational funds through the VA if they served active duty after September 10, 2001.
Our U. S. government knows that lots of former military personnel love flying and are dreaming of having a career in commercial aviation. It's easier than ever to get that training with the 9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Improvements Act. You won't have to borrow money because your pilot training will be covered by VA benefits.
A career can be scary to start, but if you were in the military, then you have what it takes to be a good pilot. If you have dreamed of a new career after your service to the US, then as a veteran you likely fit what they are looking for. Many commercial pilots are former pilots and the GI bill covers most of your training as a pilot.
A logical first step would be that you, as a veteran, receive a VA Certificate of Eligibility, which will show you how much you can receive to help with the cost of flight training. You should also realize that there are some expenses that the VA is likely not to cover. Most veterans end up paying for the FAA Knowledge Tests and Practical Tests. Over the full program, these expenses add up to nearly $2500 and can exceed that if you take all of the ratings available to you. Also, if you go over the number of hours or cost in a course, the VA should reimburse you for those additional hours (with certain limitations) but you must first pay for those expenses out of pocket. Reimbursement could take 90 days or longer. Of course, these extra expenses are spaced over the period of the entire two year course. The benefits you are able to access through your Post 9/11 GI Bill could reach $60,000 or even more in just the flight training fees!
Aviation is flourishing, and anyone who finishes a pilot training platform will be able to benefit. New studies suggest that over 69,000 new pilots will be needed in the United States in the next 20 years. The US market is merely a small part of the worldwide aviation scene, with 460,000 new pilots expected in the same time period. Aviation is competitive, and a college degree is recommended alongside a commercial pilot's license. The minimum number of flight hours will increase during this time. Military trainees will have an easier time finding employment. In the future, flight instructors will be more in demand, and training to become one will help you get ahead in the aviation business. Flight instructors earn $15 to $25 per hour, and salaries average around $20,000 a year. Wages grow with longevity, and being part of a major airline is also a factor.
The Department of Veterans Affairs should have people available to help you with any more questions you have regarding your VA benefits and paying for higher education.
Our U. S. government knows that lots of former military personnel love flying and are dreaming of having a career in commercial aviation. It's easier than ever to get that training with the 9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Improvements Act. You won't have to borrow money because your pilot training will be covered by VA benefits.
A career can be scary to start, but if you were in the military, then you have what it takes to be a good pilot. If you have dreamed of a new career after your service to the US, then as a veteran you likely fit what they are looking for. Many commercial pilots are former pilots and the GI bill covers most of your training as a pilot.
A logical first step would be that you, as a veteran, receive a VA Certificate of Eligibility, which will show you how much you can receive to help with the cost of flight training. You should also realize that there are some expenses that the VA is likely not to cover. Most veterans end up paying for the FAA Knowledge Tests and Practical Tests. Over the full program, these expenses add up to nearly $2500 and can exceed that if you take all of the ratings available to you. Also, if you go over the number of hours or cost in a course, the VA should reimburse you for those additional hours (with certain limitations) but you must first pay for those expenses out of pocket. Reimbursement could take 90 days or longer. Of course, these extra expenses are spaced over the period of the entire two year course. The benefits you are able to access through your Post 9/11 GI Bill could reach $60,000 or even more in just the flight training fees!
Aviation is flourishing, and anyone who finishes a pilot training platform will be able to benefit. New studies suggest that over 69,000 new pilots will be needed in the United States in the next 20 years. The US market is merely a small part of the worldwide aviation scene, with 460,000 new pilots expected in the same time period. Aviation is competitive, and a college degree is recommended alongside a commercial pilot's license. The minimum number of flight hours will increase during this time. Military trainees will have an easier time finding employment. In the future, flight instructors will be more in demand, and training to become one will help you get ahead in the aviation business. Flight instructors earn $15 to $25 per hour, and salaries average around $20,000 a year. Wages grow with longevity, and being part of a major airline is also a factor.
The Department of Veterans Affairs should have people available to help you with any more questions you have regarding your VA benefits and paying for higher education.
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