Category: Course

At EPST, we understand that pursuing your dream to become a commercial pilot is an investment in your future – both in terms of time and finances. If you’re considering starting your pilot training, it’s crucial to know: how much does it cost to become an airline pilot? The purpose of this article is to offer complete transparency regarding how much pilot school cost within our programs at our three training centers – Global Aviation in Greece, OSM Aviation Academy in Norway, and Aero Locarno in Switzerland. We’re here to guide you on your journey to the cockpit, and we […]

If you’re considering a career as an airline pilot, you’ve likely wondered, “How long does it take to become a pilot?” This question is crucial for aspiring pilots since the duration of training affects both the cost and the time it takes to realize your dream. In this article, we provide a detailed overview of the pilot training program at EPST, a prestigious training institution offering comprehensive commercial pilot training. This will give you a clearer understanding of the duration and the various stages involved in the process. Stages of the pilot program To understand how long pilot training takes, […]

Ever dreamt of soaring through the skies and exploring the world from above? Then you probably wondered, “How do I become a pilot?”. Pursuing a career as a pilot is not only captivating but also rewarding. It offers the chance to explore countless destinations while carrying the responsibility of transporting passengers and cargo safely. In this article, we outline the steps to become a commercial pilot or private pilot and provide an overview of the educational journey required to join the ranks of airline pilots at EPST. We are an education center dedicated to helping aspiring pilots achieve their dreams. […]

Maybe you have been dreaming of becoming a pilot for years and there is no longer any doubt in your mind. Or have you only recently had the feeling that there could be a pilot in you? Either way, deciding to become a pilot is a major, life-changing decision. We understand that you feel the adventure of pilot life calling, but that you want to make a well-informed decision for something so important. That is why we asked former students of EPST for this blog about their motivation for choosing a life in the cockpit. We show you 6 important […]

EPST is affiliated with many different organizations that promote and improve education in the aviation sector. The IAAPS is one of those organizations that EPST has been a member of for years. In this blog we focus on the IAAPS: what is their role in the aviation sector? What is the IAAPS? IAAPS is short for the International Association of Aviation Personnel Schools. It is an organization that focuses on improving and supporting aviation education and training. The organization is spread out over schools in multiple countries and thus brings together experiences, expertise and knowledge from flying schools and other […]

The last year of secondary school marks an important period in your life. Not only do you have to try to obtain your degree, you also have to make a well-considered study choice. An exciting time, because your eventual choice may determine your future. Therefore, make sure that you make a choice that you can fully endorse. In this article we want to help you make your choice with the best possible preparation. How do you make a well-considered study choice? Engage in self-reflection With self-reflection, you try to investigate who you are, what you want and, above all, why […]

Finally, flight training is done. After an intensive period, you obtained your ATPL license and concluded your time at EPST in Utrecht by completing the MCC/APS course. These are great milestones, but life is actually just beginning now. If all goes well, you have started applying for jobs with enthusiasm. With a bit of luck – and especially a good preparation – you will be hired quickly and your next challenge awaits: the type rating. In this blog, we will tell you what it entails, and how you prepare for it in the best way possible. What is a type […]

EPST works together with 3 flight training schools at beautiful locations across Europe. A foreign adventure like that sounds nice, but where will you be living? Fortunately, you don’t have to worry about that: together with the flight school, EPST takes care of your accommodation, the costs of which are included in the total price of the flight training. The accommodations differ per location, but in all cases you will live together with one or more fellow students. What does the accommodation on location look like? OSM Aviation Academy, Norway The flight training at OSM is located in the picturesque […]