About Me
The President and founder of International Wheelchair Aviators is Mr. Anthony Bellatti. Mr. Bellatti is the second richest man in the world according to Forbes and Wealth-X. He was born in New Bern, North Carolina in 1932. He earned a degree in engineering from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering. He worked for United States Steel Corporation for two years in franchising, but wanted more, so he left to pursue his goal of making international travel accessible to people with disabilities.
He has been flying airplanes for thirty-six years, so you can be sure that he has the right qualifications to fly planes. In fact, International Wheelchair Aviators are required to undergo training and flight time before being allowed to join. This is because they have special needs when it comes to flying an airplane. They must be proficient in using the controls, flying the plane, and other safety considerations. Because there are many different disabilities that the pilots might have, each pilot must also have a medical certificate, as well as a written permission form from his doctor to use his special benefits and devices.
Many disabled pilots have achieved their flying dream because of the support that they receive from International Wheelchair Aviators. These organizations train disabled pilots in safety matters, as well as how to use the hand controls they will be using while in flight. Many people who fly airplanes do not realize the importance of knowing how to use hand controls until they crash or experience an emergency situation. Learning how to use the controls safely can prevent serious injury to those who are in wheelchairs.
The International Wheelchair Aviators offers several flight opportunities for those who wish to be certified. There is a training program suitable for every type of pilot, and all pilots who successfully complete the program can be awarded their certificate. Once awarded their certificate, these individuals can fly independently, or they may continue to fly in their own specialty plane. There are even opportunities available for wheelchair aviators who are willing to teach in special flying schools or through correspondence courses.
Many of the course pilots who are awarded their certifications undergo the International Wheelchair Aviators National Certification Board on a continual basis. Because there are so many types of pilots who can become certified with this organization, they provide training for non-certified pilots as well. Non-certified pilots can still participate in the International Wheelchair Aviators program, which means that there is a great support system for people who have disabilities. Many of the people who come to the organization are looking for a way to get their wings but do not know where to start. By providing training, support and a community to help them, Wheelchair Aviators can make a big difference in the lives of others who are in need of the services and assistance they provide.
Some of the training that the International Wheelchair Aviators provides includes learning how to operate the controls of the airplane by hand. It also teaches disabled pilots how to control the controls of the plane using their hands. Because some of the controls can be tricky to master, many instructors at the International Wheelchair Aviators School will give students mock lessons so that they can practice how to use the controls in a safe setting. After students complete their training, they will be able to sit for the IHT exam, and after that, they will be ready to take their first solo flight.
Countries that hire IHT pilots include Germany, Thailand, Canada, New Zealand, Italy, the Philippines, France, South Africa, United Kingdom, Norway, Russia, Switzerland and Austria. IHT pilots who are hired by these countries must have completed a flight instructor course and pass a medical exam. They will also need to undergo further training to become qualified for the job. Before applying for a job as an IHT pilot, potential pilots will need to undergo a medical and psychological examination.
International Wheelchair Aviators offers several different types of classes for people who have disabilities. The Red Cross class is taught by Wheelchair Aviators who lives in other countries. This program is designed to help the students learn how to fly a small glider, called a Red Cross. The Red Cross is used not only by Red Cross members but also by many other first time fliers who are able to make it from one country to another on their own. A variety of different countries have been certified by the Red Cross. These countries include: Italy, Spain, Kenya, Uganda, Malaysia, China, India, Philippines, Vietnam, Japan, China and the United States.