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Mariah
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How do I peruse my dream of becoming a commercial pilot ?
I am a senior and I have decent grades and I love sports and commercial pilots.
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Wayne Johnson
Maintenance Programs, FAA Part 121
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Mariah -
What I would do is research on the airline you think you would like to become a pilot.
Most of the "major" airlines have programs through their preferred flight schools, where once you complete the course you are guaranteed an interview and a possible job as a pilot. They will also assign you a current flight officer as a mentor to help you.
Go on the website and type "your airline" pilot program. Here are 4 examples:
Alaska Airlines, Delta Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest Airlines.
https://careers.alaskaair.com/career-opportunities/pilots/pilot-training/
https://www.delta.com/us/en/careers/pilots/propel
https://aacadetacademy.com/
https://careers.southwestair.com/destination-225-opportunities?utm_source=google&utm_campaign=Recruitment%20%7C%20D225%20%7C%20Search%20%7C%20US%20%7C%20NonBrand%20%7C%20Phrase%20%7C&utm_medium=cpc&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIxryqmLeFggMVfRqtBh19EghyEAAYASAAEgK2u_D_BwE
Another option would be to join the military, have them pay for your college degree or flight training.
You should also have a backup plan in case you cannot pass your "medical" for flying as an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP). The ATP requires a 1st Class Medical, which is required every 6 months.
What I would do is research on the airline you think you would like to become a pilot.
Most of the "major" airlines have programs through their preferred flight schools, where once you complete the course you are guaranteed an interview and a possible job as a pilot. They will also assign you a current flight officer as a mentor to help you.
Go on the website and type "your airline" pilot program. Here are 4 examples:
Alaska Airlines, Delta Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest Airlines.
https://careers.alaskaair.com/career-opportunities/pilots/pilot-training/
https://www.delta.com/us/en/careers/pilots/propel
https://aacadetacademy.com/
https://careers.southwestair.com/destination-225-opportunities?utm_source=google&utm_campaign=Recruitment%20%7C%20D225%20%7C%20Search%20%7C%20US%20%7C%20NonBrand%20%7C%20Phrase%20%7C&utm_medium=cpc&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIxryqmLeFggMVfRqtBh19EghyEAAYASAAEgK2u_D_BwE
Another option would be to join the military, have them pay for your college degree or flight training.
You should also have a backup plan in case you cannot pass your "medical" for flying as an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP). The ATP requires a 1st Class Medical, which is required every 6 months.
Ryan Pfeiffer, MA
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Hello Mariah,
James' answer was excellent. My only contribution is to suggest that you consider looking into the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) program, especially the Detachment at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
While earning your undergraduate degree, you can earn your private pilot license, as well as numerous other endorsements and related courses. As an Air Force officer, you'll have the opportunity to compete for a pilot slot. You could gain vast amounts of experience, knowledge, certifications, and networking that will set you up well to transition to a career as a commercial pilot. The mission of the Air Force's Air Mobility Command has a lot of overlap with commercial aviation - you'd be moving passengers and cargo all over the world. There is a lot more to the Air Force than just fighters, bombers, and drones! I have MANY friends and colleagues from Embry-Riddle and the Air Force that have gone on to become civilian commercial pilots.
If you want to know more about the Air Force, ROTC, or Embry-Riddle, just let me know!
James' answer was excellent. My only contribution is to suggest that you consider looking into the Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) program, especially the Detachment at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
While earning your undergraduate degree, you can earn your private pilot license, as well as numerous other endorsements and related courses. As an Air Force officer, you'll have the opportunity to compete for a pilot slot. You could gain vast amounts of experience, knowledge, certifications, and networking that will set you up well to transition to a career as a commercial pilot. The mission of the Air Force's Air Mobility Command has a lot of overlap with commercial aviation - you'd be moving passengers and cargo all over the world. There is a lot more to the Air Force than just fighters, bombers, and drones! I have MANY friends and colleagues from Embry-Riddle and the Air Force that have gone on to become civilian commercial pilots.
If you want to know more about the Air Force, ROTC, or Embry-Riddle, just let me know!
david kirk
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david’s Answer
That would be an exciting career. A website with the basics on this is at
https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/how-to-become-a-commercial-pilot That website gives the steps to follow in your pursuit. I wish you the best.
https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/how-to-become-a-commercial-pilot That website gives the steps to follow in your pursuit. I wish you the best.