Pilot Training Mentoring

Why was this group created?

The PTM group was created to inspire anyone with a dream to become a pilot. Often the first step is the most difficult - to simply get started. After that the groups mentors and resources will guide you through modular pay as you go training without paying big sums up front.

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What is the cost to join PTM?

The group is free and all webinars and mentoring are provided free of charge. Steph was a glider pilot since 14 year old armed with £2 per week, she pursued modular flight training from the age of 16, working two, sometimes three jobs back to back to fund as much of pilot training career as possible. Today she helps others achieve the goal in a shorter timeframe.

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The Route to the Flightdeck from 0 Flying Hours

We have put together a range of guides and articles detailing exactly how it is possible to complete the entire journey from 0 flying hours to becoming a fully qualified commercial pilot without having the finance to complete an integrated course.

The route to the flight deck from 0 hours!

Buy a pilot logbook from Pooleys, Transair or Flight Store - they are about 25cm x 15cm and around €/£10).
Log your flights exactly to the minute and don’t round up or down.
Steps 1- 9 *should* take 1-2 years.

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What is a great way to get into the industry?

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Get in touch

Do you have a question for any of the Pilot Training Mentoring mentors?

You can contact Piot Training Mentoring by email or through the Linkedin or Discord groups

**A Quick (But Important) Disclaimer**

Welcome — I’m really glad you’re here. This site exists to share real-world insight into flight training and the journey toward becoming a commercial pilot, based on my own experiences and lessons learned along the way. The goal is simple: to make the path a little clearer (and hopefully less overwhelming) for those coming up behind.

That said, a few important points to be clear about:

**This is personal experience, not professional advice** Everything shared here reflects my own opinions and experiences. It’s not official guidance, and it shouldn’t be taken as professional, financial, or career advice. Everyone’s situation is different, and there’s no single “right” path into aviation.

**You are responsible for your own decisions** Any choices you make based on what you read here are entirely your own. Flight training is a major commitment—financially and personally—so it’s important to do your own research and speak with qualified professionals (such as certified flight instructors, accredited training organizations, and relevant aviation authorities) before making decisions.

**No guarantees** Aviation is an industry that changes constantly. Hiring cycles, training costs, requirements, and opportunities can all shift. While I do my best to keep things accurate and helpful, I can’t guarantee outcomes, timelines, or results.

**No affiliation with my employer** This is a personal project. It is not connected to, endorsed by, or representative of any airline or organization I work for (past or present). Nothing here reflects the views or policies of my employer, and I don’t share any confidential or inside information.

**Community, not instruction**Think of this as a community built on shared experience. The idea is to help each other, learn from those a few steps ahead, and eventually pass that knowledge on. It’s not about telling anyone what they *should* do—just offering perspective that might help you decide what’s right for you.

If you take one thing away from this site, let it be this: ask questions, cross-check everything, and make the decision that’s right for *your* situation.

By using this site, you agree that I won’t be held liable for any loss, cost, or consequence (financial, career-related, or otherwise) that may arise from decisions you make based on the information shared here.

Wishing you all the best on your journey ✈️

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