A chat with Capt Charles at the Pilots Lounge

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An aviation lounge for discussions on Pilot training, flight safety and industry matters

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How hard is it to become a Pilot?
Today at 5:00 AM

Is the Pilot career difficult? How do you even begin? 

We discuss the requirements, steps, costs, exams and the flight training required if you want to become a licensed Pilot anywhere in Africa or Asia

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Should you Train in Kenya or Abroad? Part 2
#7
Last Saturday at 2:00 PM

This is the second installment of our chat on the merits and demerits of training abroad as compared to doing it in Kenya. 

Our particular focus is on South Africa as a training destination and why it is a compelling choice for student pilots from allover the world

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Should you Train in Kenya or Abroad?
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#6
Last Thursday at 4:00 AM

We discuss the merits and demerits of doing your Pilot training in Kenya or packing your bags and heading of to Europe, the USA or South Africa.

What advantages does each destination offer for your money, the training efficiency and your overall career path.

Is the extra cost of doing your pilot training abroad able to translate to overall benefits to your employment opportunities and competence?

Find out in this episode and please share your thoughts 

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How to Choose a Flight School in Kenya (Without Getting Ripped Off or Scammed)
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#4
10/27/2026

Thinking of becoming a pilot in Kenya? Before you pay any flight school a single shilling, you need to watch this.

 

In this episode of A Chat with Capt. Charles Zolani at the Pilots Lounge, we expose the red flags of scam flight schools in Kenya and give you the exact questions to ask before handing over your money.

 

Capt Charles Zolani walks you through:

- The 5 biggest red flags of a scam flight school

- The 5 green flags of a legitimate school

- 5 critical qu...


The Pilot's medical certificate
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#3
10/19/2026

Many pilot aspirants lose millions of shillings when they skip the most crucial step in the pilot training journey. In this episode we discuss why this  is the case and how you can avoid becoming on of them, and the real steps you should take in your own training

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Why you are not a Pilot. Yet
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#2
10/15/2026

There are several reasons to explain whyyou haven't yet achieved your plan to become a pilot.

today at the lounge we discuss the 5 most usual ones that have stopped thousands from even starting pilot training.


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Introduction to the Pilots Lounge
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#1
10/15/2026

Welcome to The Pilots Lounge — a place where aviation comes down to earth.

 I’m Captain Charles Zolani-Sanga, and I’m delighted to have you join me.

 Here, we’ll talk about the things that really matter in aviation — from flight training and building a career in the industry, to flight safety, regulations, technology, and the latest developments in aviation.

 

We’ll also tackle the questions that pilots, student pilots, parents, and aviation enthusiasts are asking — honestly, practically, and without the jargon.

 Whether you’re dreaming of becoming a pilot, already worki...