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Trainee spotlight – Mohammed Khalil

Name: Mohammed Khalil
Course: British Airways Speedbird Pilot Academy

Mohammed Khalil, a British Airways Speedbird trainee, recently completed ground school at Skyborne’s Gloucestershire Academy.

We caught up with Mohammed to discuss his experience and how the support of Theoretical Knowledge Instructors (TKIs) Joel Perera and Jay Gadhvi helped him along the way.

How did your instructors support you throughout ground school?
“Both supported me massively, mainly by dedicating time after hours to help me cover gaps in my knowledge and provide one-to-one support where I needed it.”

What made their teaching approach effective?
“They made lessons engaging and explained things in a way we would understand, having once been in our shoes themselves.”

How important was the additional support you received?
“I’m grateful to all the TKIs for delivering the Skyborne standards I expected from such a reputable school, especially during what’s considered the most challenging part of our training.”

What would you say to someone preparing to start ground school?
“Ground school is a demanding stage of pilot training, so having instructors who understand the challenges and are willing to provide additional support can make a real difference.

At Skyborne, our TKIs draw on their own experience to help trainees develop the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to progress towards their airline careers.”

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