Many dream of taking to the skies. There are many ways to become a pilot, and many different careers one can have as a pilot.The first and most important step one must take is to decide they really want to become a pilot. This sounds simple, but becoming a pilot requires effort, and a large financial investment. The first training step is in obtaining a private pilot license . This requires dual flight training (with an instructor), and solo training (without an instructor). One must learn aircraft handling, take-offs landings, and emergency procedures. A flight test is required for the private pilot license. In addition to flight training, ground school is required. Topics such as: air law, theory of flight, meteorology, human factors, and operations are covered. A written test is required for the private pilot license. The private pilot license gives the holder the privilege of flying an aircraft and passengers, but not for a salary. For those wishing to pursue a career a...