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Erick
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When applying for being a pilot in the airline industry. What statistic or experience do they mostly look at?
I am a sophomore in high school. And I am looking at the airline industry for a potential job in the future. I am here just to weight the pros and cons of the industry.
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Cherelle Maddox, MBA, SRMP-C
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Hey Erick!
Awesome question!
To become a pilot in the U.S, you must have a minimum of 1,500 hours of flight time, be over the age of 23 and be able to pass a 1st Class Medical exam. You can receive your Commercial Pilot Certificate at 18, Restricted ATP at 21 and your ATP certificate at 23.
Finding a good Flight Training program will start you on your way!
Best of luck!
Awesome question!
To become a pilot in the U.S, you must have a minimum of 1,500 hours of flight time, be over the age of 23 and be able to pass a 1st Class Medical exam. You can receive your Commercial Pilot Certificate at 18, Restricted ATP at 21 and your ATP certificate at 23.
Finding a good Flight Training program will start you on your way!
Best of luck!
Kelly Desso
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Hi Erick,
I agree with Cherelle that it does go by the amount of flight hours when reviewing applicants. The other huge factor is one's safety record. If you have reputable instructors, this should not be an issue for you.
If you are in grade ten, there is probably a program around you that takes students at 16 years old to start clocking the hours. When I went to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, there were two major tracks, the undergrads that came in their flight hours completed and those that had to complete them along side of their normal coursework. If you are looking for college program to guide you in the journey, I highly recommend Prescott or Daytona Beach branches! Take advantage of the time between HS graduation and age 23 to knock out the degree work and it'll give you foundational knowledge of the field and increase your market worth in the application process. It also increases your connections in the hiring process and when looking for intern placements.
Almost everyone I know started as a first officer, while clocking hours on different systems (airbus, Boeing, etc.). The most successful people I went to school with were not afraid to switch companies, relocate, or take on different private contracts. The number of first officer applicants is lower than in years past due to high retirement volume, and lack of trained individuals in the previous years with the COVID restrictions. The field is recovering, but the need is huge. What's even more in demand is the need for people who can do engine maintenance.
I agree with Cherelle that it does go by the amount of flight hours when reviewing applicants. The other huge factor is one's safety record. If you have reputable instructors, this should not be an issue for you.
If you are in grade ten, there is probably a program around you that takes students at 16 years old to start clocking the hours. When I went to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, there were two major tracks, the undergrads that came in their flight hours completed and those that had to complete them along side of their normal coursework. If you are looking for college program to guide you in the journey, I highly recommend Prescott or Daytona Beach branches! Take advantage of the time between HS graduation and age 23 to knock out the degree work and it'll give you foundational knowledge of the field and increase your market worth in the application process. It also increases your connections in the hiring process and when looking for intern placements.
Almost everyone I know started as a first officer, while clocking hours on different systems (airbus, Boeing, etc.). The most successful people I went to school with were not afraid to switch companies, relocate, or take on different private contracts. The number of first officer applicants is lower than in years past due to high retirement volume, and lack of trained individuals in the previous years with the COVID restrictions. The field is recovering, but the need is huge. What's even more in demand is the need for people who can do engine maintenance.