You are already a commercial pilot, Your grades have been excellent and you aspire to work in your country soon.ís in the airínea local. ¿Cóhow to get a job as a Pilot?
I invite you to read the «Guífor the aspiring Pilot«, first part of our special on the Blog and the second part of our special with the post «Pilot Schools in Ecuador«.
Post written by: Capturesán Rodolfo Estrella
FAA Commercial Pilot
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But, ¿cuáIt is the reality of the reci pilotsén graduates?
It is a very difficult topicíeasy to treat and unfortunately the situation is linkedón económica and políethics of each countryís.
Reality.
Currently, aviation schoolsón con el ofán of attracting new students show a reality “alternative” as is popularly said about the Need for Pilots worldwide and I say alternative because, although it is correct, the world isá short of pilots, This does not necessarily mean that afteréAs a graduate you will be able toáeasily get a job in aviationón and that the local market isá desperate for pilots.
Although the world needs a large number of pilots and the ónew aircraft orders every yearñor they increase, you have to talk about the labor issue with the afán that the aspiring pilot knows well what the reality is like when it comes to finding work in aviationón and don't believe false hopes that things are so fáas cool as they paint them.
Unfortunately for the Latin American market and especially the Ecuadorian one, the outlook is not very encouraging.. The aerosolsílines in the úlast toñyou have had financial difficultiesómics and therefore hiring has decreased greatlyíjust afterés of a period of prosperity in the middle of the déevery pass. In Ecuador the issue of cutting the aviation fuel subsidyón debilitó the financial structure of the airlinesíactions added to poor management have caused decreasesónumber of routes, fleets, some have gone bankrupt others have not even reached be born or did they last very little.
The pilot receivedén graduated tendrá have to face a labor market with limited jobs and saturated with currently unemployed pilots in a market where alsoás local schools areáGraduating new pilots at an accelerated rate. Dutyá Additionally, facing few annual calls for pilots, unlike traditional races, The pilot must wait for calls from the airlinesílines for pilot positions and is notán available in any élittle of theñO.
But then, ¿becauseé There is so much talk about the need for pilots?
Because this need is focused báphysically in the United States, in the Middle East and Asia. Markets in ráI ask for growth that unfortunately I receiveén aviation graduateón cannot access immediately.
These markets, althoughán in the workforce need they mostly require pilots with a lot of experience llámonth flight hours or type ratings which are certificates that allow you to fly a type of aircraftóno specific. There are almost never job offers at Aerolíline for pilots with little experience or recentén graduates. The Middle East offer is well known for its excellent salaries and benefits, which is why many experienced pilots choose to go there.á limiting a lot más the options for a reci pilotén graduated.
On the other hand, In the United States, the demand for pilots is immense, mainly because the salaries for pilots starting their careers are quite low, which discourages the average American from studying such an expensive career., sacrificial and demanding. Unfortunately for foreigners, due to a federal requirement to access a job, you must be a legal resident in the country.íyes and there are no aerolígirls that serve as sponsor or sponsor you a work visa as you caníto wait in other races, to this we must add the new administrationón government that is expected to have a policyítica más strict and restrictive towards immigrationón.
In Ecuador, althoughórichly a commercial pilot with 250 hours of flightíto access a job in, to cite an example, an Airbus A320, in the United States requireía 1500 flight hours and an ATP license. But in the práa pilot with 250 flight hours is very rarely considered for this position mainly because the supply of pilots with más experience is very high.
¿Whaté do?
For you éprofessional success there is no fówinning formula that guarantees the ésuccess, However, important steps must be taken into account., The United States, for example, allows foreign student pilots and instructors enrolled in study programs with F1-type visas to work temporarily as a flight instructor for a certain period of time with an OPT. (Optional Practical Training) what además being paid you can get an estimate of 1200 flight hours that increase your chance of getting a job in your countryís when you return. There are schools that have programs that include this feature at an additional cost to your commercial pilot training. It's the mostáIt is advisable to do if your intentionón is to return to the país and have better opportunities. Additionally, local schools offer the same facility to become an instructor and work locally for them before reaching the big leagues..
¿I can apply to othersíses?
There's a possibility, However, everything depends on the immigration requirements of each countryís and/or of the aerolínea, for instance, A renowned airlineínea panamañfor pilots of that countryís requires a míyou 200 flight hours of experience, but for foreign pilots the mímood is 1000 hours of flight that a commercial pilot receivesén graduated diffíit easily has. Add to this the competence of pilots who apply for these jobs with greatívery experienced and generally come from other airlinesídenies.
How to decía previously the issue of residence or citizenshipía is an important requirement in mostíbyeís to work in aviationón, That is why pilots are often limited when starting their careers to trying to get a job in a small market.ñO.
Actually, the issue of getting your first job in aviationón is the más difícil that you are going to find in your career and it can take youñYou can find it depending on the sizeñor the país and your situationón halfíethical and economicómica, However, it's possible, depends on your preparationón, of your experience, a little luck and that you are able to face a selection processón intense and long.
Lo máIt is advisable to invest in obtaining flight instructor licenses to work temporarily until obtaining a sufficient number of flight hours to be considered by the airlines.ídenies, second obtain an English certificateés ICAO greater than 4 and máIt's important to never stop trying, constantly train yourself by studying, practicing and being current on your licenses both on recent flights (the aerosolsílines in the hiring processón they usually require experience within the úlast 90 díthe previous) así as in instrument flight, prepare yourself for the topic of interviews on the psychological topicógic, of knowledge and simulator is very important. Fortunately it is fáIt is easy to find literature and software that can guide you and help you in your training..
Additionally there are many free resources and webinars that you canñadd to your resume and they are very useful, Remember tooén that many pilots have tíadditional titles in other branches, they have not only limited themselves to obtaining their pilot licenses, but they specialize in other careers, even not related ones, such as administration.ón, right, tongues, etc.
Even though the current environment is not very encouraging, the need for pilots to always beá latent and always beá a career to offerá opportunities, Due to the very fact of being very expensive, it turns out to be inaccessible to many applicants, which generates más opportunities than traditional career paths. It all comes down to knowing how to prepare properly, have the intelligence and above all the patience necessary to achieve the desired goal of your job in Aerolínea.
Unfortunately the largest airline in Colombia, le da oportunidad a los que estudian en USA… no evaluan nada mas… pueden pasar añossss y si no tiene licencia de USA no sera tenido en cuenta para nada… es una tristeza, un desperdicio de dinero estudiar en Colombia
What a shame what you told us, debería ser todo en igualdad de condiciones, si cumples todos los requisitos, podríamos hacerlo como cualquier otra piloto que estudio afuera, pero estoy seguro que la necesidad de pilotos irá aumentando y las oportunidades crecerán también.
Hello there. I have a teenage son and he is thinking about getting a commercial pilot's license.. once you take it off, they ask for experience, flight hours. My question is: what to do if you can't find a job as an instructor, of small planes, etc? What demand is there for this?? Thanks
If a job is not found as an instructor, the option is to continue accumulating hours at your own expense and budget..
Hello there,I always wanted to be a commercial pilot,but due to circumstances I am just going to start studying,I have 35 years will be an impediment.
Hola Wilson, age is not an impediment, but of course, you will have fewer years to fly. keep going and good luck.
hello nikolas.
my name is jordani pineda, a taste…
regarding the financial crises in Colombia, which also affected the international market (covid-19); Do you think it would be viable to study this aviation career in Colombia?, or properly dedicate personal studies to another educational career that determines better job security… ](
it's intriguing)
hi jordan, there are opportunities, but it requires a large investment. It is always advisable to accompany the Pilot portfolio with another profession as plan B.
Hi Nicolas, Nice to meet you.
My son is studying for a commercial pilot career at College Select Aviation – Canada. When you finish your career, plus the hours you will complete as an instructor, I could apply to work as a Pilot in Ecuador.
You are more likely to work in Canada or in other countries. My query is due to the fact that different countries fly different fleets of aircraft, That has to do with the timing of the job interview.?
Thank you for your time.
Hello Maria Fernanda, the fleet to fly will depend on the airline to which your child applies at the time of doing so. Some airlines are directing the pilots according to experience to one or another plane according to their needs.
hello, I graduated as a commercial pilot a year ago, And clearly, like everyone else, the situation is super difficult. I was thinking about the path of instruction, what other option would you recommend?? And what do you think of agricultural aviation? ?
both ideas are good, the key is to find work in any of those areas.
Hi Nicolas, very interesting posts for aspiring pilots. I am currently studying English. Mechanics, but i would like to get my commercial pilot license when i finish (ca.. on 2 years). How much would you recommend getting the license in Argentina?. Although for costs it is quite accessible, how useful is a license from this country in the industry, compared to that of Bolivia, Ecuador or Mexico for example.
I think, that Latin American licenses in general have a similar weight to each other, the one that really makes a difference is from the United States or Europe. What matters most, before a license, it's your experience, flight hours, English level and in your case another title helps a lot.
I have 15 years old and I want to be a commercial pilot, what is needed once the 200 flight hours? Some extra study I am Peruvian and I would like to know how difficult it is to get a job as a commercial pilot
Possibly you should start by adding more hours.
thanks Nicholas, very good information, you clarified many of my doubts and you gave me the guidelines to guide my son in his dream of being a pilot..
Thank you Lorraine for your words..
I would like to hire a private pilot for hours to operate a PILATUS -12 4/ 6 DAYS PER MONTH. con base ARMENIA – COLOMBIA
Hi Nicolas, I am Colombian I have 20 years old and I'm about to get my university degree in aeronautical engineering, I know that the industry is currently facing a difficult situation. I would like you to tell me honestly if it is convenient to perform the PCA with 200 flight hours, or if, on the contrary, it can become counterproductive, Thank you.
I don't know if it's counterproductive, but if you can wait given the current situation, it would be the most recommended.
Hello Nicolas, I have an aeronautical engineering, I speak Chinese and English I would like to enroll in a European aviation school how fast do you think I can get a job ?
Thanks for your answer
Greetings
In the current conditions of the airline industry, it is difficult to know.
Hello, how are you? I have a question as I am an aeronautical engineer and if I want to be a pilot, is it feasible to study engineering or not??
thanks for your answer
Of course, totally can do it, it even gives you a plus.
Hello there, I have very little left to finish my degree in Peru, how long (an approximate) Do you think it took me to get a job?.
hello, which pilot's license is stronger, United States or Canada
Hi, I have a doubt,
I just finished high school recently and I want to be a PCA. and I saw some external blogs that said that to apply for a commercial pilot I needed a private pilot license.
to be a commercial aviation pilot do I really need the license or can I apply immediately to PCA?
You always need to start by private pilot.
hello, my name is juan camilo i have 17 YEARS, I want to be a commercial pilot, and I understand that the best option is to study in the United States, I have some questions about it.
.In your blog I read the part that said that when I finished my course I could work as a flight instructor with the F1 visa,
but looking at some pages it says that if I finish my aviation course in the United States I only have max 60 days to be. on 60 days I do not reach 1000 hours.
can you explain that part to me.
my other question is, When I finish my pilot course, how do I apply for all the English exams required to work??
Hi Nicolas, my friend is Argentinian from 49 years old and wants to fulfill his dream of being an airline pilot please be honest and tell me if you have a chance
If you have the money and do it all in less than 2 years, would have opportunities, as long as i get a thousand hours.
Hello there, I have seen that some airlines require nationality at birth, that applies only to study or also to work? In this case, I graduated in Ecuador and I want to work in Mexico, it is possible to work in all airlines or only those that do not require nationality? Obviously I would look for a job, I will give you the necessary flight hours, but if possible?
Yes, some ask that you be a national of that country, while others also accept that you have a work or residence visa.
Hi Nicolas, I would like to know if after graduating as a pilot in the Colombian air force I can apply for an airline.?
Yes of course you can, you just have to know well how is the discharge process of the air force.
But I would have to do the pca course? Or what course should I do??
You must do all the courses.
Hi Nicolas, Do you know how the situation in Argentina is regarding what it is like to look for a job as a pilot in an airline?? for instance: I understand that in Ecuador, Colombia, and Venezuela, it is being very complicated, instead, in Peru, the situation is very favorable.
Thanks.
It all depends on your immigration status..
Hello Nicolás, I am an automotive engineer, also very passionate about aviation and being able to be a pilot., I am already doing all the paperwork to study in the USA, my question is if my university degree gives weight to my CV to get a job in an airline as a commercial pilot? including 1500 flight hours offered by the academy where I am going to study when I finish my studies as a pilot.
Yes, your previous degree is a plus at the time of the selection process.
Hello Excuse me, which school offers to do more than 1000 flight hours?
Hi Nicolás, sorry, I want to study aviation. Unfortunately, with the situation, I don't know if it's possible to get a job in Ecuador. I want to go study abroad and settle there. What do you recommend? ?
You can do it, seize it.
Hello, Nicolás wanted to know my flight hours, he got them at the school where I graduated and then I see where I get my flight hours or how it is. I want to be prepared thanks ??
You can do all the hours you need at the school where you do your degree.
good afternoon, in my personal opinion to the people who are reading on this page, As the father of a young man who studied aviation at AEROANDES Bogota Colombia, the value of this career was more than 120 millions of pesos ….. for what? each 6 months leave approximately 300 commercial pilots, 600 to the year of these 600 no one gets a job, of my son's classmates are already in other careers because the only ones who profit from this career are the aviation academies, do not comment on this big mistake do not waste your money the aviation career is useless, there is no job form for them
Hi Nicholas, I have a question. 26 And I want to be a pilot and I decided to study at American Flyers. It's a good school and I still have time to do my career as a pilot. The only thing that stops me is the endorsement.
Age is not an impediment.
What would you do clearly is that the resources are what one needs I am looking at a loan but it is difficult to obtain it, and who is a better pilot or operations officer because both are an important part
They are very different from each other, it depends on what you really want.
Holaaa Nicolás cm these? I wanted to ask you something… Is it very difficult being a female pilot??
Is a pilot paid monthly or per hour for flights??
I am small, kid 1.58?
There are still challenges for women in aviation, but it is changing. Pilots earn a salary as in any job, although some airlines pay extra for hours flown.
Having European citizenship makes it easier to get a job as a commercial pilot? It is better to start as flight attendant and then the flight hours? What is the starting salary of a pilot? At what age do they retire??
Being European could give you a plus for immigration issues that interest airlines, there is no difference if you start as a cabin crew before being a pilot, the salary depends on each airline, retirement age is 65 years.
Hello, this year I am leaving school. 18 For years, my dream has been to study, but I don't have the finances to endorse the degree.. What other career do you recommend, something that is in an airport?
Turismo, TOV, air traffic control, etc.
I am clear Inés with 30 years old aeronautical engineer with specialization in administration, recent pilot school graduate from Australia, how to validate this certification in Colombia.
You must do it in a Colombian school and Aerocivil.
Hello, Nicolás s and Nicolás from Argentina, I want to study to become an airplane pilot and they give me a course in 40 hours I know it's hard to get a job but it would be best to do that course and then get the instructor certificate added to an English course there I could get a job
Hello, excuse me, do you know what is needed to rival an American FAA license or an Argentine license to a Spanish EASA license and the cost of the rivalry?, since I had planned to study in Argentina or in the USA and then go to work in Spain as a pilot
I'm not sorry, I don't know those details.
Hello there! I have 26 years old and I am going to start studying to obtain all the licenses to be a pilot. he asks me is, just finished and have all my licenses, knowing English well and having an American passport and 200 flight hours required by the airline, Can I apply as a co-pilot on an airline? ? What is the probability that I will be hired if I have dual nationality and I was born in the United States and I know both languages very well? Thanks.
Take into account that 200 hours is the minimum, sometimes, airlines apply and you won't be the only one applying for a job, for what your competition could have 200 and more hours.
And, Dear Mr. Larenas.., Requiring a university degree is a great solution, So many young pilots will be less frustrated and dammed up and will be able to work in other careers until they get a job as a private or commercial pilot., they will also have an age with greater experience and maturity... currently many airlines from various countries such as the USA,Canada, I think chile, etc, They already request a university degree as a requirement, in some engineering or administrative sciences mainly.
Hello there, I have 17 years, Soon to start the Commercial Airplane Pilot course here in Colombia, but, to enter an airline, Do I need to have a university degree?? Or just the pilot course? Thanks
It is not a requirement, but some are already making it more common to request an additional university degree to pilot.
Hello, in the aerial fumigation of Ecuador, how is the employment plaza??
Personally, I have not seen calls from pilots in good weather for fumigation, but maybe, not everything is done online.
Hi Nicolas, I currently have 16 years old and I plan to study aviation but the degree is very expensive in my country so I plan to go study in Bolivia where the hours of flight are cheaper, My big question is that I will be able to pursue a pilot career in an airline as a first officer with only 200 flight hours and if it is true that pilots are needed in my country
200 hours is the minimum that some airlines ask for, but you should always aim higher, because the other pilots who apply in the calls, they will have more hours.
Hi Nicolas. I'm an aeroplane pilot. Does 33 years that I fly, I want to immigrate to the United States to work there. Could you please provide me with information on how I should contact a company there?. Finally I want your opinion, ask me everything you want to know about me. From already thank you very much. Eduardo.
The important thing is that they can help you with the work visa, opposite case, you won't be able to work there.
Could you please guide me where to go to process the work visa, I have a visa to travel to 2029. Thank you very much.
There is a black list in each country where you no longer have the option of obtaining a job.
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Hello, greetings from Bolivia, my question is the following: I want to be a commercial pilot and I am a woman. 22 years old and I love aviation
I would like to know if in my country Bolivia when I finish my pilot career it will be easy for me to get a job???
What can be my advantages and disadvantages since I am a woman
As a woman, you currently have no handicap, there are more and more women in aviation, never be afraid of this. Getting a job can be hard, as in any country in the region.
It is true that schools paint very good things for you with the desire to profit from it, I think I should already control that, since sarcastically I see that there are more students than planes in the country.
Cheers.
I wanted to ask you if you can fly in South American countries with an Ecuadorian commercial pilot's license, like in Europe, for example.. With an Ecuadorian license I can look for work in Peru ?
No, in all cases, you will have to validate your license in the country where you want to fly. The only case I know of is Panama where they do accept foreign pilots, but you need more than 1.000 hours.
Hello, I would like to know if I am studying for a commercial pilot, will I have a secure job?? Or is there an exam that I must pass to be able to work in an airline and what is the minimum height to be a commercial pilot and be able to work safely?
To enter an airline you must go through several exams and tests, work as in no profession is safe.
Hi Nicolas. I have 16 years old and my dream is to be a commercial pilot. I have dual citizenship (Ecuadorian and Italian) as you already know italian companies are closing. What do you recommend me? I should study in Ecuador? And if yes, what steps should I follow??
Hello Paul, where to study is entirely up to you, take into account that in Ecuador the possibilities are limited given the size of the market. Greetings
Respectfully, My criteria is that they must first be university graduates, then study and train as pilots .., airlines should take this very seriously, they don't know the damage or frustration of being a pilot to 21, 22, 23 years and no work, here or in Venezuela., there are hundreds of dammed and frustrated young pilots in the region, and more aviation schools keep appearing, please do something for the good and the great reputation that airlines maintain in the region.
Hi, I'm Venezuelan and I want to study here in Ecuador. My dream is to be an agricultural pilot. . I have already 3 years here in the province of los ríos I would like to know if I can study here or my nationality makes it difficult for me and I have 23 years and I don't want to waste any more time. Any information would be greatly appreciated .
Studying is not a problem, When looking for a job you will need a residence permit or have a work visa.
APPRECIATED MR.LARENAS, let me say the following: There is a damming and frustration of hundreds of pilots graduated and with licenses up to date who cannot get a job.., Imagine that young people from 20, 21 22 years of age, thanks to the fact that parents have money or sell a property and then pay, They are trained as pilots and they even have to do 1000 flight hours and of course they can quickly get a job at an airline in the region, But what about those who don't have money??.and there are also many aviation schools, It will be because it is a good business and rich people who can pay for their courses and obtain pilot licenses in less than a year and a half.. So a reflection is necessary to do something and the aviation companies should agree and demand to be a commercial aviation pilot, first have a college degree, Must be in business administration or some engineering, and then of course be a graduated pilot and with the required licenses up to date . Yes, Senor Larenas, it is the best way to avoid so many unsuccessful and frustrated young people without having or being able to access a job as a pilot.. In the United States this is already required and there are Universities that give a university degree and at the same time can train for commercial civil pilots.. The result of this would undoubtedly be a better capacity, a greater maturity and responsibility of the pilots and above all the quality of the service of the airlines would rise enormously.
Hi Nicolas. Your blog is very interesting.
I find myself in a dilemma. I have 30 years old and I want to study for Commercial Pilot, What makes me doubt is that although it is my passion, I also need to work after graduation.
And I say this because I am in the military and the job stability in this field is very good., plus the benefits you get.
I would like to know how easy it is to get a job in Colombia as a commercial pilot after the 30 years??
Yes there are quite a few unemployed pilots?
Or the best thing would be to continue what I dedicate myself to.
Thank you so much for helping me draw conclusions..
Hi Diego, age is not an impediment. To get a job you must stand out with flight hours, ratings, courses, studies, visa americana, English level, etc.
Hello there. Very good and informative post. I have 20 years, I am born in the United States and my parents are from Ecuador therefore I have both nationalities. I currently have a private license, I'm about to take out the instruments, and i plan to get the commercial single and multi engine between february and april. I will graduate with more or less 300 hours. All my licenses will be obtained here in Utah, USA. I would like to know if my data is an advantage to get a job there in Ecuador, How did you compare me to all the applicants?, What are the minimum requirements to enter an airline? (hours to command, hours at night, etc) And how should I apply to the airlines? (online, in person, etc). I appreciate if you could help me.
Hello Brandon, I recommend you take advantage of the job market in the United States and become an instructor. Here in Ecuador you stand out with your licenses, but you need more hours to become more attractive.
Hi, I'm Colombian. I have 25 I would like to know if, due to my age, it is still advisable to study commercial aviation, it is my dream
if it's your dream, age is the least thing to worry about.
Could someone give me the address in Lima, Peru where I can present the papers to apply for the job as. ING. flight please
thanks Nicholas, very good information, you clarified many of my doubts and you gave me the guidelines to guide my son in his dream of being a pilot..
Hello there, I have 18 I am thinking of studying for a commercial pilot in Canada, How feasible is it to work in this country in aviation?, thank you for your comment
As long as you have a work visa, you can do it anywhere.
Hi Nicolas.
Currently I have 17 years old and soon I'm about to graduate from school. I am very passionate about aviation and I want to dedicate myself to this profession. In general, in Colombian academies the license is obtained with 202 flight hours which is very little to compete against others who will probably have many more. I am very worried about not being able to get a job since it is almost impossible to complete at least 1000 hours because it is too expensive. Please help!
You must add the most hours. From 300 upwards can be a number that begins to be competitive, but not only depends on it, also your level of English, university studies, Visa to the United States and others.
Hi Nicolas, your blog was good, I'm from Peru and I'm close to finishing school, I have 16 years, I am thinking of studying aviation. I would like to know if you would recommend this profession to me
Depends on what you're really passionate about Paul, that defines your professional future. If aviation is your thing. Forward!
Hello, I'm an engineer., to the 23 years is good or bad age to start the pilot course?
It's a good age, definitely.
Hi Nicholas, good afternoon., congratulations for your blog I find it very interesting, at the moment I have 38 years and i'm in a quandary, I don't know if there are still possibilities to do the PCA course or if you are too old to do it, Right now I have a professional title but things are difficult in this field of action, I understand that if you have another profession there is a greater chance but I would not want to spend practically all my savings, How likely is it that an airline will hire you, taking into account that in most schools the GPA with which one graduates is 200 flight hours.
Hello Dario, you have to take into account that 200 hours is the minimum, but you will not be the only one with those hours applying to the airlines and others will have many more than those hours.
Unfortunately and from experience I must tell you that it is very late at 38 years if you want to join an airline.
Hi John, thanks for the reply., Could you tell me more about this experience or why you say it?, I would really be grateful.
Hello good and just start the course at the 23 years (that is to say, plus two years to finish the course would be at 25), with a university degree is good or bad?
Hi, I'm from Riobamba, Ecuador. I'd like you to help me with a question. I'm thinking of studying in Spain for ATPL. Is it feasible to do it?
What you have to take into account to get a job in another country, Is the legal immigration issue to do so. Greetings.
Hello Nicolás, the information you have offered is good., At the moment I am doing the private pilot course and my goal is to become a fumigation pilot and I would really like you to talk about this field of work, If it is possible to give me any recommendation or information about job offer, wages, schedules, etc. All about what is agricultural aviation. Thank you very much in advance!
Hi Arturo, Thanks for your comment. It is a good topic that I had not thought of, agricultural aviation is a space that is rarely talked about, despite its importance. I'll see what I can do.
with the expectation of reaching 1.500 hours at 45 I DO NOT SEE possible a link to a commercial company.
It is possible to join a private company as a private pilot.
At this time you find pilots of 22 and less years already trying to accumulate flight hours.
The competition is very tough and doing hours is harder.
Excuse me but it's better to be direct.
Hi, sorry, I'm from Ecuador and can you recommend a school that will help me become an instructor after graduation?
Hello Ariel, I would say that the vast majority of schools help you become an instructor when you finish the classes.
Hello I am still young I have 15 years, I am in the 1st year of high school and all my life I have wanted to be a pilot but seeing that there is no job I am already getting discouraged.
Hello Ariel, is not easy, but if it's your dream, you must fight to reach them, in the end, It depends on you.
Hello Nicholas good morning, thanks for your good post, a query, until recently I was able to save to study as a pilot, budget than to 39 a 40 I will be years old 1500 flight hours, American FAA licensed, if I get a visa, Do you think that at that age I have the possibility of entering a commercial pilot airline?
Not a problem age, the important thing is your ability, English level, flight hours and a big plus, if you have another university degree.
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Hello, good afternoon. I have immediate availability as a commercial helicopter pilot and/or Operations Manager. If the interest of any company is good.
hello, I have always wanted to be a cabin crew but I have not been given the opportunity that I should do thank you.
You must be attentive to the calls of the airlines. It is the only way.
good how do I send a CV I am a pilot of MD captain and instructor I have 14 years of experience in the world of aviation
Hello there , greetings to all
I wanted an orientation, my son is a commercial helicopter pilot here in Colombia, it is extremely difficult to try to find a job, and it has been days since he finished with an excellent performance in his profession, but no work. What could you recommend if there is a possibility of working in another country .
Hello Andres, working in another country is complicated, since yes or yes you will need a work or residence visa. the job search, especially in something as specific as a commercial helicopter pilot will not be resolved in days, can easily last for months. The important is, keep looking, find all companies that operate helicopters, send folders to them and keep searching. It is possible that by the type of license, can find work, for instance, in the field of mining or oil. Luck!
greetings Nicholas… I am a fixed wing aircraft pilot., with a little more 3500 hours, the last 4 years as a flight instructor on the Da-40 and Da-42 systems (i am also on t-206H and C-208B), I come from being a military pilot and I wanted to know if you know or have any contact that offers a job offer (out of my country, VZLA) how to get in touch, the area I am looking for is as a FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR… sorry for the abuse in advance.
NOTE: I could also use an EMPLOYER, knowing that this is an attractive possibility for what they do that type of errands.
Hello Antony, job offers, when they exist, are published here: http://www.nlarenas.com/2017/10/ofertas-de-empleo-en-aviacion-ecuador/. Luck!
good afternoon jesus, I am involved in the world of aviation in my country, I'm still studying but I'm about to finish, I would like to know if I can pilot a twin engine in Venezuela, I need that license, What school do you recommend and its prices?.
Hi Nicolas, I am from Peru my dream is to be a commercial pilot for now I have just started with a private pilot my doubt is the influence of many pilots if it really weighs being influenced to be able to work in an airline
Hello boy, the most important, as in any job, are your own grades, certifications and in aviation your flight hours, the more you have, more weight your folder. It is also important your level of English that is ICAO 4, all that will help you, even, that you have a visa for the United States. hits!
some general aviation line in Peru where I can look for work I am Venezuelan with more than 12 thousand hours of experience and given the terrible circumstances in my country I see myself looking for other horizons someone who can help thanks
Hello John Alexander, what is important in any country, oblivious to yours, is that you achieve the residence or work visa, otherwise it will be difficult for you to get a job. I recommend that you start on that side., in Peru aviation is large and growing quite a bit, they need pilots, but you must have the indicated.
Hi Nicolas , I have 30 years old and I am going to study for a commercial pilot I like aviation but I don't know how convenient it is to study at this age for a commercial pilot?
hi jefferson, age is not a limit, just keep in mind that you need the most hours if your dream is to fly on an airline, so the sooner you do it the better and the more years you will enjoy your career. hits.
Thanks for your reply Nicholas..
What Webinars do you recommend and how can we be aware of them??
You can find them on Google.
Hello Nicolas, I am a young Peruvian from 17 years I want to study aviation I contacted all aviation schools in my country and they told me that I have to get both private and commercial licenses that it is so difficult to get a job in America
Hello Henry, in your specific case, Peru is a good market to work, its aviation grows a lot and there are calls very often. I recommend adding as many hours as possible, but it will depend on your budget. hits.
How are you Nicholas?, you are very right in your article. Henry, I am Peruvian, I studied in the USA at Aviator College, It offers an F1 visa that gives you CPT and OPT, which allows you to obtain instructor licenses and later work with the CPT for 6 months inside the academy and if in those 6 months outgrow the berry 1000 hours then you can use your OPT to look for a job with a small aviation company (as a pilot). It is best to apply to a degree program (what aviator offers) that allows you only with 1200 hours apply to a regional airline (the US government allows it).
Mesa Airlines is currently hiring foreign pilots with 1500 hours and offering work visa. during my training, I met many Ecuadorian pilots who are on this path that I have indicated, since in Ecuador, it is very difficult to get a job, and only a few with good relationships get to apply for first officer.
Regarding Peru, I came back and did not continue with the instructor course, 1) for the economic issue, 2) because there is a job offer here. especially next year (2019) since Avianca, it is private, is renewing its staff of pilots who are retiring. I hope I have helped you and good luck, Patience and perseverance, because you will need it.
Hi Nicolas, my boyfriend is a pilot. 3 years looking for work in Colombia it is impossible this has prevented us from fulfilling many dreams since at this moment he is disappointed because many doors have been closed to him and he has not managed to get anything that we can see more options outside of Colombia thank you very much
Hi, Diana, The important thing is that your boyfriend has a good number of hours above the 500 so that your resume is attractive to the competition when applying to an airline or company. Outside Colombia or any country in order to have a future, it is important to have at least 1500 flight hours. my recommendation would be, keep adding hours, as much as possible. Luck!
Hi Nicolas, I wanted to ask you a question and your comment would be valuable. I plan to enter an aviation school to get a commercial pilot's license since my dream is to work in an airline. I have 39 years and I'm about to fulfill 40, this could affect my goal??
Hello Patricio, to be able to fly, you will be able, but remember, that the older, for fewer years you can be in the air. Also take into account that if your goal is to fly on an airline, some companies have a maximum age to enter, so it could also affect you. Greetings.
Hi, I've been a commercial pilot for two years in Venezuela and I can't find a job, but I'm trying to get my license as a flight instructor. , the situation in my country is very difficult so much so that they do not allow me to certify my license . I have dual nationality since my parents are Portuguese.
What would you recommend??
Take advantage of your dual nationality, it is expensive to go to Europe, but it seems to me that it is your best option given the situation in Venezuela.
indisputable to leave there and take advantage of your nationality you can easily get the EASA, you have the golden opportunity
Hi Nicolás, I would like to ask you if you think it is better to study aviation abroad or if you can achieve success studying in the country itself, I would appreciate your opinion. ?
Hello Fernando, thanks for comment. As well, it all depends on what goals you have and more than anything, your budget. In the end, have a license, for example from USA, it will allow you to have a stronger resume against other pilots, but one key point, is the number of hours you can add to your career before starting to fly commercial. Your budget will speak.
Hi Nicolas…I would like to know if there is any physical impediment (height),etc to be able to access to be a pilot???
Hi Iveth, it is not an impediment. I invite you to read this post http://www.nlarenas.com/2017/08/guia-para-el-aspirante-a-piloto/
Hi Nicolas,
Luckily I see that it is already possible to comment on the blog. I wanted to ask for those of us who want to enter the world of aviation as maintenance engineers. Wich is the way to go.
Thank you very much,
Marco
Hi Mark, Yes, thanks to your report you can already comment. Maintenance Engineering seems to me that there is no career, but yes Aeronautical Engineer that for example in Ecuador can be followed at the San Francisco University. Another alternative is Aeronautical Mechanic, this race is followed in the ISTAC of Latacunga. To be able to work in these fields you must have aeronautical certification, so studying in certified entities for this purpose is important.