New Pilot Guide

Getting Started

Everything you need for your first Fly UK flight, from choosing a route to submitting your PIREP.

Start with your rank

New pilots join as a Class E First Officer. You can book scheduled flights operated by Class E aircraft and fly Class E Tours, with more aircraft and destinations opening up as you gain flight hours.

Keep your account active

Please submit at least one PIREP within your first two weeks. If you need help at any point, our team is here to support you.

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Ready to fly in four steps

Follow this simple routine for every scheduled Fly UK flight.

1. Choose a flight

Use Flight Search to find a route you are eligible to fly. Select a flight, then complete the booking form.

Open Flight Search

2. Prepare your aircraft

Download and install the Fly UK livery for your chosen aircraft, then check your booking’s dispatch information for the route, weather, charts and scenery links.

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3. Record with SkyTrack

Open SkyTrack before starting your engines, fetch today’s booking and start recording. It records your flight and prepares your PIREP.

4. Submit your PIREP

After shutdown, review the recorded flight and submit your PIREP. Your flight will then appear in your logbook and count toward your progress.

Keep learning and get help

These supporting resources are useful before and after your first flight.

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