Glossary

Circuit

The standard rectangular flight path flown around an airport during training and traffic patterns.

Related Terms

Civil Aviation Authority — the general term for a country's national aviation regulator, such as the UK CAA.

Commercial Pilot Licence — the licence required to fly aircraft for compensation or hire.

Control Zone — controlled airspace extending from the ground up around an airport, protecting arriving and departing aircraft.

An airline-sponsored training pathway that takes candidates from little or no flying experience to a First Officer role.

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