Mountain View, California
I know that pilots learn using simulators, but when they make the transition to piloting a real flight, how different /difficult is it?
Can you describe what it's like going from learning how to fly a plane using a simulator to what it's like actually flying one? Is it a really difficult transition or do the simulators feel so much like real life that it's not that different? I'm also interested to know how long the first few...
What is your favorite thing about being a pilot?
I'm deciding between two careers at the moment. Can you help me by telling me why you chose to become a pilot and what you love the most about doing it for a living? #aviation #airline-industry #pilot
Since flight attendants and pilots are always traveling, how difficult is it to have work/life balance?
How long, on average, are pilots and flight attendants traveling at one time? How hard is it on you and your families to be traveling so often? #aviation #pilot #flight-attendant
How long does it take to get a pilot license?
I really want to become a pilot, so i'm just trying to plan out how long it will take me to accomplish my dream! #aviation #pilot
Do flight attendants move between airlines often or do they tend to stay with one airline for a long time?
I’d appreciate it if anyone knows the stats on this #aviation #airline-industry
What's it like being an air traffic controller?
How many hours do you work at a time? Do you get to take breaks? Are you in a dark room staring at a screen like the show in the movies? #air-traffic-control
What can I do in college to prepare for a job in the airline industry?
I'd like to work in the corporate office of an airline one day, I'm just not sure what specific job yet! Are there certain classes I should take, clubs on campus I should join, extra curricular activities you recommend I do on my spare time, or internships I should apply for? How do students...
What kinds of jobs are there in the airline industry?
I would like to understand the different jobs in the airline industry, as it's one that interests me. I'm sure there are a bunch of jobs that I'm just unaware of or unfamiliar with, so I'd love to hear about what you do in the airline industry to get a better understanding of some possible...
How much math is involved in flying a plane?
What are some jobs in aviation that require someone who is very good at math? What kind of math is used most often? I am asking because I am really good at math and science, and planes have always fascinated me. How can I combine my love of math with that of planes as a career? #aviation...
What jobs in aviation can I still get without a college degree?
I don't think I'll attend college, but would still like to have a good job in aviation. What specific jobs do you recommend I look into that would not require me to have a college degree? #aviation #airline-industry
Is the average compensation for sales jobs in the airline industry higher or lower than average incomes?
I'm thinking about a career in sales, i'm just not sure what industries to consider. I love the idea of working for an airline, but I'm unsure about my earning potential in this industry over others. Any insight here would be helpful, thank you! #aviation #airline-industry
Other than a pilot or flight attendant, what are some other job options in the airline industry?
I'm interested in business and I LOVE to travel, so I'd like to look into the airline industry as a possible career option. I'm just not sure what jobs there are other than on an airline (like pilots and flight attendants). Any suggestions would be helpful! Thank you in advance. #aviation...
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