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ATPL Insights, Part 3 – From Frozen ATPL to the Right Seat

ATPL Insights, Part 3 – From Frozen ATPL to the Right Seat

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 Episode 13 of Aviation-Quest.cc – Stories from Above concludes the ATPL Insight Series with the phase every flight student dreams of — and often underestimates: turning a frozen ATPL into a real airline cockpit seat. Airbus A320 first officer Stefan Lorenz takes host Jürgen Reis through the most demanding stretch of his journey: the years after flight school. Recorded with a 2025 industry perspective, Stefan explains why today’s pilot shortage offers unprecedented opportunities — while airlines remain as selective as ever when it comes to screening and selection. Drawing from his own career during the financial crisis of 2008–2009, Stefan shares how he faced hundreds of applications, long periods without job offers, and the financial pressure of maintaining licenses. Instead of giving up, he kept his skills sharp through networking, simulator work on aircraft like the Boeing 737 and even the iconic 747, and relentless preparation. The episode offers rare first-hand insight into high-end airline assessments — including psychological testing, simulator evaluations, and the mindset required to succeed at elite selection centers such as the DLR. Stefan explains why finishing flight school is often just the beginning, why persistence matters more than talent, and why global mobility can be a decisive factor in a pilot’s career. Honest, motivating, and grounded in real-world experience, this episode is essential listening for anyone aiming for an airline career — revealing what it truly takes to move from frozen ATPL to the right seat of an Airbus.
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