Career questions tagged pilot
How brave do I need to be to fly a plane?
I'm 14 and in 8th grade and I want to be in the air force.
how to become a commercial pilot?
Share your journey & guide aspiring commercial pilots on their path. Note: Given the growing interest in the aviation field, we're inviting our experienced professionals to share their knowledge.
What college is best in training to be a commercial pilot?
I am a sophomore in highschool and this career is hopefully going to be my lifetime career! I have heard about a million school but I would like to know which is going to be best for me.
What is the hardest part in being a commercial pilot?
I am a sophomore in highschool and this career is hopefully going to be my lifetime career!
Are you on call as a starter pilot? How does a started pilot different from a veteran pilot?
I am a sophomore in highschool and this career is hopefully going to be my lifetime career!
What are the hardest years of being a pilot?
Loyalty is important to employers and I was wondering what time would be the hardest to be a pilot
How many hours a week did you start out being a beginner pilot?
I am a sophomore and wondering how being a pilot would affect my schedule
What does a part time schedule look like while being a airline pilot?
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 weigh the pros and cons of the industry.
how flexible is you schedule?
Are you able to take time off for vacations, or take weekends off?
Do you often socialize with your coworkers?
Are you ever able to talk to anyone when you work, or able to have a break?
Is commercial piloting a low or high stress job ?
I am a high-school student in Minnesota and I don't know if I would like to be a commercial pilot. It is my top option but I know every career has some disadvantages
What about studying aviation pilot?
How can I study pilot flying with a squint eye? What is the cost of studying aviation
How easy it it to get your pilots license, and what is the cost?
I am a sophomore in high school, and got to pilot some in a four person plane, as an experience with a trainer. I really enjoyed it and I am trying to figure out if it is worth it for me to pursue.
how hard (in your own experience) is it to become a commercial aviation pilot coming out of high school and/or college?
i'm currently thinking of pursuing a career in aviation, and wanted to know how difficult pilots thought the process was.
why would aviation maintenance technician be a good job for someone who likes air planes?
is that a good job for me if i like airplanes
What is it like to be a life flight pilot on a day to day basis?
9th grade I would like to be a pilot ,but also be in the medical field
Pilots, Are long flights boring What do you do during a flight? What does your work life balance look like??
I took a career test and my top suggested job was a flight engineer, but it seems like flight engineers aren't needed as much anymore
whats the best process to becoming a commercial pilot?
I'm going to college for aviation flight, I'm wondering what the best path to becoming a commercial pilot is post graduation
How do I play basketball and be a commercial pilot at the same time?
I am a freshman in high school I really want to be a commercial pilot. I love being active and playing sports and going on long hikes. I would like to know how to get where I need to be?
How long does it take to train as a pilot?
I am in the 11th grade, I'm 16 years old and plan on going to pilot school after I graduate highschool.
What is it like being a pilot I’m considering working for Alaska airlines but I’m really confused on what I actually want to do.?
I’m really into technology and aeronautics in general, but I also really like cosmetology, art and music. I really don’t know what I want to do, I have a lot of interests but I get bored of things easily.
How difficult is it to be an airline pilot and have a family at the same time?
I want to be a pilot but I also want to raise kids. I know most pilots have wonky schedules so how hard is it to juggle raising kids and being a pilot?
What should I do to start my path to being a pilot and what do I need to research so I can learn more about this career I want?
What level of education do I need to be a pilot?
What is the best airline to work for?
I am looking for an airline that pays and treats me well. Also, I would like one the most benefits.
After going through air traffic control training, will I have to memorize coordinates or things of that nature when working with certain tools or will there be an option for me to look things up if I get stuck or forget something??
From the small video over view that I watched on this occupation, I noticed various advanced technology being used and I want to know if it will be difficult for me to get the hang of it or if there is a safety net to ensure that I don't forget how to do certain things while I am working.
What are the protocols and or consequences for making a mistake when directing the aircrafts as an air traffic controller?
I am concerned about accidentally doing something wrong on my end and putting a pilot in danger so I'd like to know what happens in that situation or what training we will be given to ensure this does not happen.
What are the steps to becoming a commercial pilot crop duster?
I'm working on a high school diploma. I'm interested in becoming a cropduster. Do you need a medical degree to get a pilot license?
What are the steps to becoming a pilot?
What are the steps to becoming a commercial pilot after graduating high school? How long does it take to become a pilot?
What is the best way to build flight time as a commercial pilot besides being a flight instructor and how do you get the opportunities for other jobs?
I'm currently in the 11th grade and I have my private pilot license and am considering ATP Flight School for the rest of my training. Once I'm done there, I'd like to find a job besides instructing to build time.
How much time do you get to spend at home with your family?
If I want to become a pilot will I still be able to spend a lot of time with my family? How many days do you at home get between flights. Do pilots have breaks like in school for example winter break, summer break. and holidays. Do you have to go to college or is it some type of flight school. Finally, how long do you have to go to school for?
Would you recommend becoming a commercial pilot?
which aspects of your job is your favorite? Which aspects of your job do you not like?
What are some helpful steps for starting a pilot career?
I am a high school senior and starting to plan my future career.
How do you get started as a pilot ?
I know you have to take classes and training, but how do I get started with that? Who do I contact? Are there any recommended contacts/schools?
How can I get a job or shadow.....?
Hello. How are you doing? I'm a high school student and the December break is coming up. My dream is to be a commercial pilot actually. I need help finding a holiday job or something similar, perhaps even shadowing a professional. I hope you're having a great day. Thanks.
How old do I have to be to be the manager of my own airline?
I want to start my own airline and become a pilot at the same time in South Africa
How to start your piloting career?
At what age did you start your pilot career? Did you start in college, after college, or when you were younger? How did you start? What steps did you take? I want to get started as soon as possible.
Should I go to college to become a pilot?
I want to become a pilot (commercial, private, etc), my dad was a pilot and went to college. But now to become a pilot you don't have to go to college. So should I?
How is being a commercial pilot Questions.
1. Does it get scary at times? 2.do you feel safe while flying ? 3.How do pilots deal with stressful situations?
confused about what to pursue in college
hi, I am a student currently studying in class 12th with major subjects as math, physics and chemistry. I'm really confused about the career should pursue further. I'm interested in being a commercial pilot but taking aeronautical engineering as an ug course will leave me with minimal options. Since I'm unsure about pursuing that I can't take the risk. Also, I would like to know which country is the cheapest to get a commercial pilot license and how is the life of a pilot like do they have a personal life? and have they been able to settle down in life?
What is your least favorite thing about your job?
What things o you dislike about being an air traffic controller?
What would a typical day for an air traffic controller be?
I would like to know what the day to day activities of this job would be.
I want to become an Air Traffic Controller (ATC) in the US Air Force and I have some questions.
1. To become an ATC, do I need to simply enlist, or do I need to go to ROTC or the Air Force Academy? 2. What training is required to get the job? 3. Do you think that computers and other machines will soon make the job more automatic? 4. What are some tips that can help someone on the job? 5. Do you need to know how to fly in order to be good at the job?
Going out of flight school with a private helicopter pilot's license, what are some jobs in which I'd be eligible to still make a wage?
#aviation Originally, I had applied to the Coast Guard Academy to become a helicopter pilot and got hours that way, but recently was rejected. My backup plan is to go through a private pilot school and get my license that way. The issue I am running into is how to go about still gaining hours, while making a livable income, with just a private pilot's license. #pilot #college