Pilot Careers
There are many opportunities for pilots in
the airlines. In agriculture, pilots ensure the productivity of our nation's
farms. Pilots for government agencies play vital roles in land and wildlife
management. Traffic reporting pilots alert commuters to highway trouble spots.
Helicopter pilots fly for law enforcement, medical and business needs. Corporate
pilots allow executives to make efficient use of their time visiting clients and
distant offices. Thousands of pilots are employed by the military and NASA. An
emerging industry of air taxis has pilots who transport passengers to and from
the nation's 5,000 public-use airports, on-demand. And without flight
instructors, there would be no professional pilots. Most piloting jobs require a
college degree and required FAA training, testing and licensing.
Listed below are only a few pilot career opportunities for a general idea on all
that are available for you.
Career Development
The key to being as prepared as possible for a professional piloting career is staying informed, both about the industry in general and about potential employers in particular.
Professional Training
Some of the most important training for professional pilots involves flying as part of a multi-person crew. Mastering the concept and practices of crew resource management is a requirement for your career.