Hello,
I’m aspiring to be a commercial airline pilot, and I’ve heard rumors that pre-calculus, and calculus is used when training to be a pilot. Although I am extremely skeptical of these rumors, I would just like an answer from a pilot.
Thank You
Marcos,
As a Capt for a Major airline I can confirm the rumors you’ve heard are false. I’ve been doing this a while and have never been required to do anything beyond the mathematical basics. If you can add, subtract, multiply and divide you’ll be fine.
Adam
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Marcus,
Only basic algebra is used on the job. Don’t quote me on this, but I think Aviation Degrees include Calculus and Physics in the curriculum, but again, only algebra (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) is used day-to-day.
Take a look at the FAQ section on our forum for all of our other answers to common questions.
Thank you for your question.
Tory
Marcos,
Fortunately being a pilot really only requires arithmetic skills. If calculus was required half of us, including myself, would never make it.
Chris