Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers fly and navigate airplanes, helicopters, and other aircraft.
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What do they typically do
- Watch gauges, warning devices, and control panels to check aircraft performance and to regulate engine speed
- Work as part of a flight team with other crew members, especially during takeoffs and landings
- Check fuel amounts and weight distribution of passengers and cargo to meet weight and balance specifications
- Use radio equipment to contact control towers for takeoff clearances, arrival instructions, and other information
- Steer aircraft along planned routes using autopilot and flight management computers
- Start engines, operate controls, and pilot airplanes, following flight plans, regulations, and procedures
- Respond to and report in-flight emergencies and malfunctions
- Use instrumentation to guide flights when visibility is poor
Number of Jobs
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Job Growth +1.5%
Job Openings 426
Education & Training
- Education Most require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
Private Training Programs
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