I never thought of becoming a pilot when I was young. I just knew I enjoyed my flights in the plane. Taking a view of the surroundings outside when I'm in the plane, that really excites me. Thinking back, I was happy to successfully overcome my airsickness. I knew that if I hadn't keep on my will to do it, I wouldn't be enjoying my flight as I would now compared to the old times. The feeling when I'm in a plane is totally indescribable and I cherished my every moments in a plane. What makes me more enjoyable are those smiles... Every time I see pilots and flight attendants, their faces will be lit with generous and charming smiles. They must be enjoying their career a lot to be able to give those smiles.

I remembered watching "Triumph in the Skies" which is a Hong Kong drama television series. I never knew this drama was such memorable to others until I read their blogs. They all love it as much as I am!. It's really a great drama. It shows the story of several people who are in the aviation industry. Oh my, how nice those pilots look in their uniforms! This drama is probably the best drama I've ever watched in my life, and my favourite. I learned a lot about the life of pilots from it. I can watch it over and over again!! The drama also shows flight training in Adelaide. That was the time when I took a step closer into the life of a pilot. I read aviation stuffs and articles about pilots' life and career on the internet. And I finally knew what I wanted ever since in my life and as my career. Yes, P-I-L-O-T.

Is it their uniforms, their hats, their ties or their epaulettes that make them admirable? NO, it's their job, their job as a PILOT!!

Ah, another thing I finally knew was filling in the "cita-cita" columns in school with the job I really wanted to be. And I filled all 3 with P-I-L-O-T. It was the first time I filled up the columns from the bottom of my heart (I always copied my friend's as I don't know what to fill, hahaha). My parents did asked me what I wanted to be in the future.
Mum: So have you decided what you wanted to be in the future?
Me : Yes, I wanna become a pilot. Mum: Are you sure? It's a dangerous job.
Me : Yes, I've made up my mind. Piloting is what I really wanted to be and I'm sure about it.
Mum: What if you can't be one? What other jobs you have as your second choice?
Me : There's no second choice. I just want to be a pilot.

Yes, you see it. I just want to be a pilot. Nothing else is my dream. I worked hard studying in Form 4. You may ask why. What's the requirement to be a pilot?
Passed a Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) or equivalent qualifications with credits in five(5) subjects including English Language, Mathematics and a Science subject.
Getting good academic results is the first step in ensuring I achieve my dream as a pilot. Besides, I limit my time watching television programmes. I wanted to maintain a good eyesight as that's also one of the requirements to be a pilot. I also exercise regularly to keep myself fit.

Well, hard work does pay off. I got straight As (9a and 1b) for my SPM. I scored A1 in English 1119, Physics, Additional Mathematics and Mathematics which are the subjects required. My first step in becoming a pilot is successful! What's more to come? Airasia's opening cadet pilot intake!! Of course I'll never let the chance slip by. I also wrote a letter to DCA to get my DCA's approval letter for professional pilot training. Sadly, my father doesn't have enough money to finance my pilot training. 250k will add his burden as he's heading his retirement age in 2 years time. Furthermore, he's to pay housing loan and my elder sis is still studying at the meantime. Being a private pilot is not an option anymore.

My DCA Approval Letter. Because private pilot is not an option for me, I can only put my hopes on cadet pilot. Moreover, they only offer Mechanical, Chemical and Electrical Engineering. Where's Aeronautical Engineering?? So if I study locally, I'll still have the chance to apply for cadet pilot intake if it's open every year. I'm not willing to give up on my dream to become a COMMERCIAL AIRLINE PILOT.

My dream office, an office that travels with breathtaking view

Why me? How will I make a good pilot?
Passion is the word
I believe every aspiring pilots blogging here will have the same thing, that is PASSION. Passion is of utmost importance for one to be a pilot. A pilot with great passion will love his job. It helps to remember why we are there in the first place. Every second in the plane matters to a pilot. If I didn't love it deep down it would simply become just another job that requires extraordinary sacrifices. That's why I choose to be a pilot because I love it deep down in my heart. Becoming a pilot is about enjoying flying as our career and part of our life. And I'm sure I'll enjoy flying as my career. I'll take up whatever challenges ahead and overcome them to be a pilot. I'm willing to fly for my whole life!!

Attitude
The skills of flying an airplane is only a small portion of what it takes to be a pilot. A pilot's attitude can be his or her most valuable asset. Every decision made is influenced by attitude. I have the attitude to become one.

2) Teamwork and communication. A good pilot communicates and works well in a team. From large team such as Airasia or MAS to a small team of cabin crew in a plane. Communication leads to teamwork and without communication, there won't be any teamwork. Captains, co-pilots and air traffic controllers need communication among themselves. Even when we are in the position of the captain of a plane, we can't be ego and deny the advices from our co-pilot about possible mistakes in the decision we made. Pilots need to communicate and work in a team in order to ensure a safe flight. Thus, a pilot's attitude decides his or her flying altitude.

3) Discipline. Why is discipline an important criteria to become a pilot? Nowadays, it's a common thing for people to drive over the speed limit on the road or continue driving their car in very heavy rain. Both of these activities elevate the risk associated with driving. But, if we as pilots carry this same attitude into the cockpit, we are NOT GOING TO LAST LONG. Flying an airplane is nothing like flying a car. If I'm a pilot, I'll put great emphasis on flight safety and do my best to ensure that the passengers fly and land smoothly.

4) Responsible. Being ultimately responsible for the safety of the plane, passengers and lives on ground, becoming a pilot means putting tonnes of responsibilities on one's shoulders. It's important that pilots do not scare their passengers or does anything people might not understand without first making sure all passengers understand what they are doing and why.

5) Decisive. I have the power to determine an outcome. Characterised by decision and firmness, I never hesitate to make decisions. Besides, I have good judgement. What is good judgement? It is the ability to make an instant decision which assures the safest possible continuation of the flight. I believe pilots strongly need that as pilots are always prone to situations that requires them to make the best decision in the shortest time.

6) Cautious. A pilot cannot afford to take risks because the lives of hundreds of passengers are in his hands. I'm the kind of person who doesn't take risk and able to evaluate risks and make decisions. With a cautious attitude, the probability of a safe flight increases.

7) Health-conscious. Pilots need to undergo strict medical examinations. I do not smoke or drink alcohols because I know pilots must maintain a good health in order to be eligible to fly an airplane.

When we think of our dream, we think of someone who can take us there. That someone to me is fares" by providing the passengers safe flights with happiness and satisfaction. If I'm not selected, I'll never give up and knock the doors of Airasia and Malaysia Airlines until I become a commercial airline pilot. Why? Because I'll never take NO for an answer!I wanna be the man who flies a multi-million dollar machine in the sky ─ Pilot

Thank you.

I remembered watching "Triumph in the Skies" which is a Hong Kong drama television series. I never knew this drama was such memorable to others until I read their blogs. They all love it as much as I am!. It's really a great drama. It shows the story of several people who are in the aviation industry. Oh my, how nice those pilots look in their uniforms! This drama is probably the best drama I've ever watched in my life, and my favourite. I learned a lot about the life of pilots from it. I can watch it over and over again!! The drama also shows flight training in Adelaide. That was the time when I took a step closer into the life of a pilot. I read aviation stuffs and articles about pilots' life and career on the internet. And I finally knew what I wanted ever since in my life and as my career. Yes, P-I-L-O-T.

Embarassed

I heard giggles and I opened my eyes, I must have fallen asleep on the car.
“What?” I asked the other members

Then they started to imitate me..

“Donghae oppa, Donghae oppa!” Jesselyn hugged her cellphone

“Saranghamnida!” Regine had that dreamy look on her face

“Muuwaaah!” Vian did a kiss

I blushed and tried to deny that I was doing that but it turns out, they took a video of me. I got even more embarrassed and left the car, without notice. We came in at Sukira studio and I was dumbfounded when I saw Donghae there.

The 3 Super Junior members happily greeted and welcomed us. Without even looking at them, I just said my greetings and went to find a seat. I was about to sit at the farthest seat from Donghae when my members rushed in and sat one by one, to the point that the only chair left was Donghae.

“Aish.” I muttered and glared at them as they made faces at me

“Soon Ae-ah.” Donghae called my attention

I looked up. He was already seated and was patting the seat beside him while nodding his head once, beckoning for me to sit beside him. I nodded back and gave the girls one last glare before sitting down. I heard them snicker and even saw them low-five each other under the table.

Aish. This is so embarrassing. Normally, I would be happy to seat beside him but due to what happened earlier at the car, I suddenly felt like he could read minds.

“Soon Ae-shhi,Why do you seem so tense?” Donghae asked me

“Me? Tense? No, I’m not tense! Why would I be tense?.” I said

Donghae looked confused “Arasso~”

I looked away and heard giggles from the girls. I looked at them and they teased me by holding up their cellphones.

==
The broadcast started.

“We have the very pretty and very talented, G.A.L!” Leeteuk said as we clapped

“Since they are still new, a lot of people are still unfamiliar with them. Could you girls introduce yourselves?” Eunhyuk asked

“Annyeong-hasaeyo G.A.L’s leader Vian imnida.”

“Annyeong-hasaeyo Jesselyn imnida, nice to meet you.”

“Annyeong-hasaeyo Regine imnida, it’s great to be here.”

“Annyeong-hasaeyo maknae Soon Ae imnida.” I said in a small voice, thankfully there was a mic in front of me.

I swear I could feel them all stare at me for a second. The interviews started and so on but I really didn’t enjoy myself because I still felt embarrassed about the incident earlier. Everyone around me were laughing and talking so I was kinda jealous.

During one of the songs, Donghae elbowed me gently. At first, I ignored it. It’s so hard to look at him right now. He continued to elbow me and his speed became faster and faster, even though it didn’t hurt it annoyed me so I finally gave in and looked at him. ( well I sorta glared)

“You haven’t talked since your introduction. What’s going on?”

“Nothing.” I said with a hint of irritation in my voice

“Ya, tell me the truth. Are you mad at me? Huh? Huh?” Donghae poked my cheek twice

“Anio oppa.” I sighed

“A while ago, I received a happy text message from you. Now you’re being cold, what’s going on? Do you have your period right now?”

“Eh?! What did you say?”

“Did I say something wrong?” He asked

“Nothing oppa. It’s just that..your last question. I’m not so used hearing it from a guy.” I could feel my cheeks heating up so I turned away

The others who were eavesdropping on us laughed.

“Donghae, you usually don’t ask girls questions like that.” Leeteuk advised Donghae

“O.” Donghae nodded his head “I’m sorry, I didn’t mean to cause trouble.” He apologized

“No problem oppa.” I answered

Thankfully, before the discussion could go any longer the music stopped and we started to broadcast again. I was aware of Donghae’s stares from time to time so I participated as much as I can to ignore him.

After the broadcasting ended, Donghae tried to talk to me again but right after saying my goodbyes, I ran out of the building and into the van.

Aish. This is all because of that stupid sleeptalking and the stupid video. When can I face oppa again if I keep on being embarrassed?!

==
A few minutes later and the girls entered the car

“Why did you run out like that?” Vian asked

“You shouldn’t have left. Donghae oppa wanted to talk to you.” Regine gave me a disapproving look

“I think he really likes you, Soon Ae.” Jesselyn nodded her head

“Yeah~” Vian and Regine agreed

I sighed “If he did like me, there’s a high probability that he doesn’t anymore, after the way I’ve acted.”

==
Once we arrived at home, my conscious got to me and I started to get worried on what will oppa think about me. I really hate myself sometimes. I looked over at Vian who was sleeping peacefully, how could she sleep when I’m in a dilemma?!

I gathered some courage and picked up my phone.

“Oppa, I’m sorry with the way I acted earlier.
I hope you’re not upset with me.”

Only a few seconds after and my phone vibrated.

“It’s alright. No problem. ^_^
Are you feeling fine? Why did you just suddenly disappear?”

“I wasn’t feeling too well oppa so I decided to leave.”

Well, it wasn’t a total lie. I wasn’t exactly feeling bright and cheerful at that time.

“Ah arasso~. It’s late. You should go and rest.
Especially since you’re not feeling too well.
Goodnight pretty Soon Ae and get well soon!!^^”

“Arasso~
Sleep well too oppa~”

i want go00 for it~

Not too much public information out there. I even went out to Borders to see if there was at least one (not general) book about becoming a pilot as a career (I checked in the career section, but no luck). But I am willing to try it out and at least get a certificate.
I like to travel when I have the chance. I get bored driving a car. I've never driven a boat before, or I have never been in one. But flying, I could feel free and I could be passionate in going for it. I want to learn. I like doing research and I made a mental note to myself that I want to train and go to classes to become a pilot.

My dream..

My ambition

I may call my ambition to become a pilot a seven-year old obsession. My parents seem to have decided what my career should be. As I learn more about aircraft I become more and more interested and I believe soon I will have to disappoint my parents.
My parents want me to be something else. They have told me several times that they would like me to take up architecture. But I know that my aptitude is different. My mother was very frightened. She mentioned all the air crashes she had read about and told me that it is a hazardous occupation. My father is not concerned about the hazards and it seems he wants to realize in me an ambition which he had nursed in his youth. My friends seem to think that being a pilot is as good a job as any other, but they wonder if I am suited for it. Some of my friends think that I am only interested in the idea of being a pilot, and have warned me against deceiving myself.
I should think that this idea developed in me when at the age of nine my father took me for a joy ride on a Cessna. I still remember its name - The Sky Hawk. I watched what the pilot did from the time of take-off until landing. I then imagined myself strapped in the cock-pit, handling the controls. When an air show was held. I went everyday of the week to see the demonstrations. It was this air show I believe, that made me more determined. I am a member of the Air-Training Corps. One of my hobbies is building model aircraft, and I have more than a dozen plastic models suspended from the ceiling of my room. I also make aircraft models with balsa wood and paper, and spend hours flying them in the open field next to my house.
I feel that I have the necessary qualities to become a pilot. My little mathematical ability should enable me to study the theoretical part of the pilot's course. I am in the science stream and the Physics I learn at school will be an advantage. My vision is 6/6 and I am above the average in height. My school has developed in me a sense of responsibility and I am safety-conscious.
I would like to be a commercial pilot handling passenger aircraft pilot. Being a commercial pilot has several material advantages. Commercial pilots are very highly paid and are also given many fringe benefits. They can travel to all the cities that their airline serves. If they get tired of one circuit, they can switch to another and visit all the countries in the new itinerary. When out of the country, they are given excellent accommodation and other benefits. Airplanes have always fascinated me and will continue to do so. I find myself thrilled at seeing new engines, and new control systems.
As other boys of my age, I have also an ambition. The realization of it may be possible. I have at least the satisfaction of having a goal before me and the desire to reach it will give me sufficient motivation. I hope my ambition will become reality one day and I can be a commercial pilot.