Career questions tagged aviation


Could you provide an overview of the salary range for commercial pilots, including entry-level and more experienced positions?
I want to know the salaries of a commercial pilot. I know depending on the airline they may vary. I also want to know of a helicopter pilot in the United States Navy and the United States Coast Guard.

What would be the salary of a First Captain of a regional airliner? What would the promotion growth be for a pilot of airlines like Jetblue, Southwest, or American Airlines?
I am a high school freshman and I am interested in becoming an airline pilot as my career. I would like to know the salary, and promotion growth of a First Captain on a regional airliner.

What can a bachelor's in Computer Science do for a pursuing airline pilot?
I am a computer science major in talent ready as a freshman and I'm wondering if I will have a higher chance of getting a job as a pilot or anything in the aviation industry,

What are the tasks and responsibilities of a flight attendant? What are the procedure steps in an emergency scenario? Are there any sacrifices a flight attendant makes performing their duties?
Student at Job Corps *Side Note: What is a typical day for a flight attendant? You can include additional details /tips/advice if you'd like :)

I'm Maureen and I'm a junior in high school. I'm interested in aeronautical science and I would like to become a pilot. Is it best for me to go to an aviation school or go to college and earn a degree in aeronautical science with an emphasis in aviation instead?
I'm interested in aeronautical science and would like to become a pilot. Is it best to go to an aviation school or go to college and earn a degree in areonotics with emphasis in aviation?

How do I become an air force aircraft mechanic in the military?
I want to work on jets and all different types of airplanes, I want to know everything about an air force aircraft mechanic while I'm still young.

Becoming a Pilot How to start and what to aim for?
-What is the best way to start flight school -Is learning to fly difficult -Is becoming a fighter/naval pilot difficult How should I start out in general

I want to get my pilots license but I have NO IDEA how?
Okay, so my goal is to either attend an Air Force Academy or join an ROTC (Reserve Officers' Training Corps) through a 4-year University. I am currently a Junior (11th grade) in High School and I want to get my pilot license in the summer of 2025. I know what the requirements are for an FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) private pilot certificate: 1. 17 years of age 2. Fluency in English 3. Hold at least a third-class medical certificate from an Aviation Medical Examiner 4. 40 hours of total flight time (20 with an instructor/10 solo/specific types of training such as flight maneuvers, navigation, cross-country flights, and night flying) 5. Ground School completion through an FAA-approved school 6. Pass the FAA Private Pilot Written Exam (70% or higher to pass) 7. Pass the Checkride (An oral exam and flight test conducted by an FAA-designated pilot examiner) However, I do not know how or where to find a flight school, ground school, or flight instructor that is affordable for a 17-year-old teenager from a low-income family working several part-time jobs already.

I am a junior in high school and want to become a commercial pilot. Are there any affordable ways for me to start training right now?
Are there any programs or places that fund reduced or free training? What is the process like? How can I get hired by a commercial flight company? #fall24

what,how and why will i be successful in becoming an aeronautical engineer?
what,how and why will i be successful in becoming an aeronautical engineer?

What should people look into if they want to get their first step into becoming an aviation technician?
I want a career in aviation mechanics but I'm not sure what companies are looking for in future employees.

Hi! How do I become a private charter pilot?
I am a junior in high school and 16 years old. I have made the final decision to become a private charter jet pilot after completing flight training. I am so excited! I just need to know what rating or certificates I need to get there. what path do I need to take to become a private charter jet pilot and what is the best way to build hours while getting paid? I am currently doing flight training and have attained about 7 flight hours. I would really appreciate any answer. Thank you!!

What does it take to become a commercial pilot?
Becoming a pilot has been a dream of mine since I was a kid, and it's a career that I am open to looking into. I've looked at the Moody Bible College Aviation Spokane, which to my understanding would teach me to be a missionary pilot. I would love to do this, but one day I may like to switch from being a missionary pilot to commercial airlines, and I don't want to have to take another four years of college to switch. What would be my best course of action there?

How to become an airline pilot?
Share your journey & guide aspiring airline pilots on their path! Note: We've seen a lot of interest in this career, so we're looking for guidance from our community of professionals.

What path should I take after high school if I want to become an A&P tech.?
Schools or entry level workplace recommendations would be great, As well as further certs I could take after getting a&p certified. I live in the West Virginia area.

Can I still be pilot at this age?
I live being a pilot since I was child but due to some circumstances I haven't achieved the dream. Can I still make it?

what are the requirement for one to becom a pilot?
how much do pilots earn

I want to be a commercial pilot. Is pursuing a degree in business be useful for flight school?
Will it help me in my aviation education and career?