Commercial Airline Pilot
By: Monica Doran
Description
Travel, Danger and Advantages
Pilots are trained to travel all over the world, but they will always be at risk of crashing the airliner they are flying, running out of fuel, or piloting in bad weather (such as thunderstorms or blizzards).
Some advantages are:
You have a chance to see different countries and travel around the world spending no additional cost.
This profession requires communication with people so ,therefore, be ready to socialize a lot.
Salaries are high. As mobility on the planet growth, there is always pilot demand on a labor market.
This profession is honored and brings pleasure and filling of fulfillment. You will never be bored.
Education and Salary
A College Degree
An Associate's or Bachelor's Degree is prefered, but not required, by employers looking to hire for commercial airlines. Majoring in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, physics or computer science may provide a good educational foundation for pilots. Some universities to consider are the University of Illinois and Embry Riddle.
Flying Hours
You must have at least 250 hours of experience, either from schooling or other airlines, to become a commercial airliner pilot.
Salary
On average, starting pay at major airlines is about $36,283. FltOps said on average, captains top-out a minimum salary of $165,278.