What classes do you need to be good at in order to become a pilot? What abilities do you need?

Answer by Thomas Zerbarini:

A well rounded list of classes are usually offered at any college specializing in Pilot degrees. Check out the Thomas Edison State College degree overview:

Aviation Flight Technology

You'll notice the emphasis on communication and literacy in the broader topics.

I would emphasize on basic math, physics, reading/writing as well as a good focus on human behavior and psychology. Understanding human behavior is an important focus as a pilot in a "crew" setting.

A good math core and ability to read and absorb information and facts is helpful as a pilot. You'll find yourself memorizing large amounts of information in a short time frame when you are learning new complex jet aircraft as an airline pilot or corporate pilot.

Thomas Zerbarini

What classes do you need to be good at in order to become a pilot? What abilities do you need?