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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Hijabi pilot uniform | 10/20/2011 |
| Q: I'm a Muslim female who adheres to a modest dress code, including a headscarf. I usually wear long ... A: Bouchra Outside of Muslim/Arab countries it would be a rare sight indeed to see a female pilot with ... | |
| NTSB Air Accident investigator | 10/11/2011 |
| Q: I am a Riddle Alumni as well! I got a degree in Aero Engineering. Currently with about 2 years of ... A: George Due to some sort of awful revamping of the NTSB website, it is more difficult than ever to ... | |
| Importance of going to an aeronautics university? | 9/19/2011 |
| Q: I thought perhaps you might be the best expert to ask about starting a career in aviation, as my ... A: "I知 currently attending a community college for my general education and I値l be attending the ... | |
| Possibilities for a foreigner | 8/30/2011 |
| Q: I am a 27 year old male from Denmark with CPL and ATPL theory and approximately 200 hours total time ... A: Simon I won't 'sugar coat' it, I don't think it would work out until you gain more experience. 1) ... | |
| Education- H.S. student/Aspiring pilot | 4/6/2011 |
| Q: She's a junior in high school. I was wondering what kind of courses she needs to take to begin to ... A: Kim, I know when I was younger I heard people say you had to take all the physics and math classes ... | |
| education & pilot career (Sri Lanka/Asia) | 3/21/2011 |
| Q: What kind of subject's do we have to focus in being a pilot and do we need to have a great pass to ... A: What kind of subject's do we have to focus in being a pilot[?] As my profile states, I can only ... | |
| Scholarship | 2/28/2011 |
| Q: I'm one of those who are deeply interested in the adventure of flying and I'm committed to make my ... A: Unfortunately it is unavoidable. I am unaware of any scholarships that will fund an entire pilot ... | |
| promotion to captain | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: I have seen john travolta in a pilots uniform and I have a query. when a commercial pilot is ... A: Yes, it is the airline or company that gives the pilot the rank of captain. This rank is usually ... | |
| Loan to pursue a piloting course/Africa | 11/19/2010 |
| Q: Am a 23 Years old Zambian Woman who is desperately looking for a loan or financial assistance to ... A: Diana I cannot help with a loan or information on how to obtain one. However there are a few ... | |
| Fish Spotting | 11/15/2010 |
| Q: Does fish spoting require a commercial license? Is it still a valid profession? I've been inactive ... A: John Yes, it does. Any flying for hire in any size aircraft requires a pilot to have at least ... | |
| career change | 11/12/2010 |
| Q: I am a 57 yr old hs teacher(two masters) with a Commercial Multi Eng Instrument. license with about ... A: Tony In the next few years, the industry will experience unprecedented pilot retirement coupled ... | |
| Flight Attendant | 11/2/2010 |
| Q: Based on my reading it seems that there are older flight attendants that still work. ie. 55. Can a ... A: Kee Healthy women who are in their 50's can certainly get hired as flight attendants ("F/As"). I ... | |
| Seeking financial aid for helo training | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: I am a 23 year old single mother living in Hawaii, with a dream of becoming a helicopter pilot. I ... A: Although I am a fixed wing pilot, I can tell you that both the Whirly Girls and Ninety-Nines have ... | |
| Color Blind | 9/20/2010 |
| Q: Actually I'm 53 yr old hold a current ATP license used in Peru, and have more than 4,000hrs, rated ... A: I can only address this from an FAA medical certification standpoint but there are alternatives to ... | |
| height for pilots | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: How can I found out if 155 cm height is enough for airline cockpit ? is there any page or details ... A: Luminita I have never seen such a listing. There is not a height requirement to fly airliner ... | |
| NTSB career | 8/24/2010 |
| Q: I am trying to learn as much as i can about the NTSB and more importantly accident investigation. I ... A: Marshall If you are looking at getting into a career at the NTSB, start with their careers page- ... | |
| various questions | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: I am currently about to approach my senior year in college working on a degree in mathematics. I ... A: 1) Does being a women pilot give you any perks or do you believe that it is more difficult for women ... | |
| Became a Pilot | 8/14/2010 |
| Q: Helo my name is davel lopez and i what to ask you a fill question about if you can about air ... A: How does [this] career look for [future] pilots? Based on projected aircraft deliveries and growth ... | |
| becoming a pilot | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: i am a 29 yr old female and i would like to be a pilot i understand u have to start at the small ... A: Denise As an aspiring pro pilot I encourage you to read over this site- ... | |
| Late passengers | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: How do you handle Late Reporting Passenger in airlines? A: As a pilot, I don't have to deal with late passengers. That is the job of the customer service agent ... | |
| $ for flying | 7/7/2010 |
| Q: I'm trying to take private flying lessons and I am running out of money!!! Do you know anywhere I ... A: Angie As a female pilot I suggest that you join the Ninety-Nines. The International organization ... | |
| About subjects needed | 6/27/2010 |
| Q: my name is nathaniel and i just finished my IGCSE examinations and im about to take an IB Diploma ... A: Nathaniel Basic addition and subtraction for manual weight and balance calculations as well as ... | |
| Anti-collision- Nav light use | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a question about when it is required to have the aircraft anti-collision lights on. ... A: Sec. 23.1401 - Anticollision light system. (a) General. The airplane must have an anticollision ... | |
| logging PIC time while getting dual instruction | 5/31/2010 |
| Q: I have a current medical, but my BRF is way of date. Can I fly as PIC with a CFI that does not have ... A: Yes. Two pilots cannot act as PIC at the same time but they can both log PIC simultaneously. ... | |
| logging PIC time while getting dual instruction | 5/31/2010 |
| Q: I have a current medical, but my BRF is way of date. Can I fly as PIC with a CFI that does not have ... A: Steve. No, because neither of you are qualified to act as PIC. FAR 61.3(c)(2)(iv)says a CFI is ... | |
| Anti-collision light use | 5/31/2010 |
| Q: I have a question about when it is required to have the aircraft anti-collision lights on. ... A: Steve It does not. Since not all aircraft are equipped with white flashing strobe, but have red ... | |
| grants for flight attendants | 5/30/2010 |
| Q: I am currently enrolled in school to become a flight attendant but I am still in need of three ... A: Lori There are business aircraft F/A training scholarships awarded via the National Business ... | |
| CFI written test | 5/29/2010 |
| Q: Is a written endorsement needed in order to take the CFI written knowledge exam? If so, do you know ... A: Steve, No endorsement is required to take the FAA CFI written exam. The omission of the requirement ... | |
| ATC & accident investigation | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: i'm aymen from tunisia;i am an air traffic controller.please can answer me about thishow can ... A: The findings of accident reports are useful to air traffic control as they can show where there are ... | |
| Open Door to Piloting | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: Im an Aeronautical & Astronautical Engineering Student at Purdue University, West Lafayette. Even ... A: Reema Since you desire to finish your engineering degree and you do seem to like Purdue, you will ... | |
| ways to build time | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: First, thank you for your time! I am almost 38 years old and I should have my single engine ... A: Andy 1) Are you saying that 500 hours is the minimum to find any single engine flying job or are ... | |
| Recomended flight track | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: What ratings do you recommend getting first after the Private the IR or commercial Do you recommend ... A: Jeff After the Private, you should start working towards your Instrument Rating. It will help you ... | |
| medical condition | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: are there any diseases or sicknesses that disables us from getting into aviation school? A: Yes, there are many things that could prohibit you medically from becoming a pilot. Any number of ... | |
| questions about commercial pilot | 2/6/2010 |
| Q: i am doing a project for one of my classes on a career i am interested in... I just want to ask a ... A: Issac- 1) How many hours per day and week on average would you work? Hours flown per day and hours ... | |
| the benefits | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: When i become a commercial airline pilot what benefits do i get? What do the number of hours and ... A: 1) When i become a commercial airline pilot what benefits do i get? Airlines generally offer ... | |
| Maximum Age and other concerns for Flying Career | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: I have read so many things about the maximum age to become a commercial pilot. Some say there is no ... A: Brian "I would be starting from scratch." I take this to mean you have no flight experience at ... | |
| Career advice | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: Questions to be a pilot do I need 20/20 vision to be a commercial airline pilot? Where is the best ... A: 1) Do I need 20/20 vision to be a commercial airline pilot? No, but it must be correctable to 20/20 ... | |
| ways to build time | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: First, thank you for your time! I am almost 38 years old and I should have my single engine ... A: Andy 1) "I was thinking of flying for operators of small single engine aircraft i.e.: flying ... | |
| Questions about my dream, commircial pilot | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: I'm a 14 year old guy, and I love planes. I have obviously never flown one, but the idea is ... A: Andrew 1) What are the different levels [of] licenses [and their requirements]? There are Private, ... | |
| Middle east flying careers | 12/20/2009 |
| Q: I'm Kuwaiti, living in Bahrain. I will be studying in the US for university and I'll move back to ... A: Katie Since you are Kuwaiti, I can't provide any career insight for your region of the world. ... | |
| Private Pilot Certificate | 11/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a neighbor who says he has a pilot license, however he is a convicted federal felon, money ... A: Yes, it is entirely possible he could have a pilot certificate even though he was convicted of ... | |
| career path | 10/28/2009 |
| Q: First let me thank you for you time. I have a 17 year old son, a senior in high school. When his ... A: Pati To become an airline pilot, you can have a degree in any subject. The major airlines prefer a ... | |
| Aspiring Pilot needs guidance | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: First off all, THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME! I can't tell you how much I appreciate any and all input ... A: Stephen * My first major dilemma is that I can't decide between helicopter and aeroplane. Both ... | |
| career path confusion | 9/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a few questions about what career path to pursue given my current situation. I would love to ... A: Courtney I really can't advise on aviation management careers since it is not in my scope of entry ... | |
| degrees needed to be a pilot | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: i want to know what degrees i need to become a commercial pilot and the universities i can attend in ... A: Christopher You can major in any subject you like. Pick what interests you so you will get good ... | |
| Aerospace Studies VS Aero Eng | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: UNITED NATIONAL BANK Plc., # 11, THE PROMENADE, BRISTOL, BS8 3NN, UNITED KINGDOM. Dear Sir, ... A: Distinguishing between Aerospace Studies and Aero Engineering Aerospace Engineering is just that- ... | |
| flying information-jobs | 8/1/2009 |
| Q: How many overall hours are needed to fly a boeing 777 aircraft as a co-pilot to get a job with an ... A: Akram, 1) How many overall hours are needed to fly a boeing 777 aircraft as a co-pilot to get a job ... | |
| Aviation Careers | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: I suppose my question comes in multiple parts and is relatively diffucult to answer but here goes: ... A: Paul, "What would you consider a next good step?" Since you have accumulated such a large amount ... | |
| aviation management | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: What an aviation manager has to do? what is their job? Is this a flying or non-flying job? Is their ... A: Nafeesa 1) What an aviation manager has to do? what is their job? Is this a flying or non-flying ... | |
| Pilot career, building experience abroad | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: Hey Dottie, I took my time over the last few years to finish my flight training out of pocket. I ... A: Will With your level of experience (commercial with low total time), you would be hard pressed to ... | |
| jump pilot | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: I am curious as to what the requirements are in order to become a jump pilot after receiving my ... A: Alex To become a jump pilot, you need to have a Commercial pilot certificate, not just a Private ... | |
| Flight school vs. Military | 6/19/2009 |
| Q: I'm currently doing thurough research for obtaining a pilots liscense and am learning alot reading ... A: 1)[What] would be more cost effective and learning wise more beneficial then to go to flight school ... | |
| pilot career, just graduated H.S. | 6/17/2009 |
| Q: I just graduated from high school and I would like to pursuit a career in the aviation field. The ... A: Juliana I had no relatives working in aviation and I was also the first pilot in the family, so I ... | |
| dont know how to start. | 6/13/2009 |
| Q: i am 16 and i want to become a commercial airline pilot but i dont know whether i should go to ... A: Ivan Since you are only 16, there is a whole lot about the career you should know. First, you will ... | |
| 2yr av degree VS flight school | 6/2/2009 |
| Q: what do you think should i go to collage in a 2-year aviation program or go to a flight school and ... A: Neal The airlines don't care how you get your qualifications. You simply need to be a competitive ... | |
| US pilot training schools for an Indian | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: I am jinal mehta and on student visa in us.i want to get addmission in pilot training schools in ... A: Jinal- 1) please help me to guide me about schools and what the fees stucture The fee structure ... | |
| Commercial piloting/Color blind | 5/8/2009 |
| Q: I am red-green colorblind but was wondering whether or not that would cripple my ability to fly for ... A: Brock As long as you can "demonstrate the ability to perceive the colors necessary for the safe ... | |
| am I to late | 5/5/2009 |
| Q: 51 yo with 300hrs (25 years ago) if I complete training,build hrs as a cfi do I have a fair shot at ... A: Robert If you had a job by age 55, then you would have a 10 year career with a regional. At such an ... | |
| Single mom concerns | 4/13/2009 |
| Q: Dottie, I have served on Active duty with the U.S. Army for 8 years as a flight operations ... A: Jessica You say you are getting a Pro Aero degree, yet are not as interested in being a pilot as ... | |
| F/O to Captain | 4/9/2009 |
| Q: Hey Dottie, I had a question about moving up in the "rankings" as a commercial airline pilot. I ... A: John Moving up to captain requires expansion or attrition with your airline. Of the total number of ... | |
| Nigerian pilot sponsorship | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: I want to know if i can easily get scholarships in any of the airlines in Nigeria for the Comercial ... A: Gloria The only scholarship opportunity you might qualify for as a Nigerian I am aware of is from ... | |
| term "heavy" aircraft | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: what is meant by a heavy aircraft?b A: Kathleen, The term "heavy" in an aircrafts call sign denotes that it is capable of takeoff weights ... | |
| Commercial Pilot Career | 4/2/2009 |
| Q: Im a female junior in high school and I have to do a project talking about the career I want to do ... A: Maricris -How many hours per day and week on average would you work? This varies quite a bit ... | |
| flight plan records | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: I hope you can help me. I would like to know what documents an airline must keep on file regarding ... A: Perry I doubt the company is an "airline" if they are doing sight seeing tours but an "on demand ... | |
| flight plan records | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: I hope you can help me. I would like to know what documents an airline must keep on file regarding ... A: Perry Flight papers must be retained for 90 days, after that they are discarded. Only flights with ... | |
| Which degree program? | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: I've been recently looking at alot of aerospace engineering schools because i wanted to fly but have ... A: Austin If you want to get an aero engineering degree, and can do it comfortably financially, go ... | |
| Preference for an aviation degree. | 2/20/2009 |
| Q: Before asking my question, I need you to know that I understand very well that an aviation degree is ... A: In my opinion, no, I do not think an aviation degree is "preferred" over another major. As long as ... | |
| flight training loans | 2/16/2009 |
| Q: I'm a senior in high school and my goal is to someday become a commercial airline pilot. Next year ... A: Eric What you have been reading has a lot of validity and you are smart to be concerned about it. I ... | |
| What to expect [airline pilot career] | 2/15/2009 |
| Q: I am current first year student at OSU planning to obtain a degree in Aviation, my question is what ... A: Lothario "what may I expect after I graduate, What happens next? What are my options?" A pretty ... | |
| Aviation Degree background | 2/1/2009 |
| Q: I am a first year student at The Ohio State University, and I am interested in becoming a commercial ... A: Lothario Most majors prefer if not require a bachelors and the regionals an associates degree. The ... | |
| Airline Pilot | 1/15/2009 |
| Q: I have many questions since I have just decided to be a pilot. I am a junior in High School and want ... A: Nayab, As long as your vision is correctable to meet the First Class Airman medical standard of a ... | |
| online B.A. | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: I have an AAS and I currently hold CFI,CFII,MEI and im about to start instructing. I know if I'm ... A: Ken There are many pilot who have been hired with an Associates degree. That said, some airlines ... | |
| pilots | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: what is involved in the work? describe the place or places that this work takes place? what are the ... A: Simon This sounds a bit like a "homework" question, but regarding airline pilots: 1) what is ... | |
| from zero to hero... being a pilot | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: I saw that in 2006 you had just 300 TT and desperately looking for a time building job in texas. and ... A: Cory Not sure what you were reading, but in 2006 I was flying for an airline. However I do remember ... | |
| scholarships, grants funding for training | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: I am a 42 women married, my son and step son are freshmen in college. I currently am in the process ... A: Lorie I certainly hope there is a way you can recoup some of your loans funds but it may be an ... | |
| scholarships, grants funding for training | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: I am a 42 women married, my son and step son are freshmen in college. I currently am in the process ... A: Lorie I am so very sorry to hear about the loan situation! I simply cannot imagine what kind of ... | |
| scholarships, grants funding for training | 11/10/2008 |
| Q: I am a 42 women married, my son and step son are freshmen in college. I currently am in the process ... A: Lorie It sounds as if becoming a member of your local Ninety-Nines chapter would help you out. Once ... | |
| major airline / direct entry | 10/12/2008 |
| Q: I just arrived from France and I was wondering if here, after graduating from an university like ... A: "Do you know a website where airline pilots share their courses"? Do you mean information about ... | |
| Brazilian pilot cert conversion | 10/10/2008 |
| Q: Dottie, What about my case, Iｴm a student pilot here in Brazil. If I finish all the training ... A: Julio As a foreign national wanting to come to the USA to work, your first concern should be ... | |
| Pilot training. | 10/9/2008 |
| Q: I'm planning to do my CPL training from the US. My mail concern is choosing a 'GENUINE' school. I ... A: "My mail concern is choosing a 'GENUINE' school." I am not sure what you mean by a "genuine" ... | |
| major airline / direct entry | 10/8/2008 |
| Q: I just arrived from France and I was wondering if here, after graduating from an university like ... A: Leeroy, There is no such thing as "direct entry", ab-initio or cadet programs into the American ... | |
| pilot schools | 9/27/2008 |
| Q: what college do you think would be good choice if i want to be a pilot and what might the ... A: Christian Any college/university where you can get your bachelors degree will be fine. The airlines ... | |
| Grades required for admisssion to a flying school | 9/22/2008 |
| Q: what is the minimum grade required to get an admission in a flying school.Will i get scholarship in ... A: Niraj In the United States, there are three kinds of "flight schools". 1) Is literally a flight ... | |
| Interested in being an airline pilot | 9/19/2008 |
| Q: I知 extremely interested, and determined in becoming an airline pilot. This seems like a perfect job ... A: Mitchell, The outlook for airline pilots over the long haul looks good. You should not hinge your ... | |
| choosing a flight school | 9/16/2008 |
| Q: I am in the process of choosing between 2 flight schools and would like your opinion. The first ... A: Alex Not being part of the hiring board, I cannot say for certain but it seems to me they do not ... | |
| choosing a flight school | 8/31/2008 |
| Q: I am in the process of choosing between 2 flight schools and would like your opinion. The first ... A: Alex I have no personal experience with ATP, but I do know some pilots who have done their career ... | |
| extremely concerned | 8/31/2008 |
| Q: Before I begin, please forgive me for the long question. I am 36 years old and am almost done with ... A: 1) You had mentioned that back in 2001, regionals were requiring about a 1000 hours. I think i ... | |
| extremely concerned | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: Before I begin, please forgive me for the long question. I am 36 years old and am almost done with ... A: Andy, 1) I think this downturn is having a deeper impact than the post 9/11 fallout because of the ... | |
| Pilot Career (ERAU,military) | 8/16/2008 |
| Q: What are my chances of flying for a major airline one day without going the military route and ... A: John In the past the military was the prime source of well trained pilots for the airlines. Today ... | |
| 32 years old want to be ATP, CFII | 7/23/2008 |
| Q: my name is noel,im 32 years old, O experience almost ready to start my PPL and looking for ATP,CFII, ... A: Noel If you intend to get from zero flight time to CFI in just 10 months while keeping your full ... | |
| i want to be a pilot with no H.S. diploma | 7/17/2008 |
| Q: i want to be a pilot but i don't know where should i go when i finished grade 12. i am now 15 years ... A: In the United States, you must have a high school diploma for a pilot position with the airlines. ... | |
| Want to be a commercial pilot | 7/8/2008 |
| Q: I am Abdul Rafay and i am currently doing A-Levels from Pakistan.My A-Levels will complete till June ... A: It can be very difficult for a foreign national to become a commercial pilot in the United States. ... | |
| height and residency in USA | 7/6/2008 |
| Q: Would that be a problem with FAA requirements. I would like to work for a year or two then go ... A: Your height would not be an issue with the FAA in getting a medical or a pilot certificate. The FAA ... | |
| Pilot career, age 40 | 7/3/2008 |
| Q: i AM a 40 year old male. I own small business in construction. I was aircraft maint in the navy for ... A: Mark What would be your best step forward toward good paying pilot jobs? Simply getting your foot ... | |
| pilot training at 40 | 7/3/2008 |
| Q: I wanted to know if airlines would be less inclined in hiring pilots at 41 after finishing flight ... A: Unlike abroad, airlines in the United States do not hire pilots with zero flight experience then ... | |
| FA Career query | 6/25/2008 |
| Q: am akanksha am doing b.sc in hospitality and hotel management and am interested i aviation but i ... A: Since I am in the United States, my profile says I cannot address airline careers queries from ... | |
| Career in Travel and Tourism | 6/12/2008 |
| Q: This pertains to my wife's career. She is currently pursuing her bachelor degree in Sociology. She ... A: 1) My Wife is not keen on joining any specific Airline. She is looking for the entry level jobs as ... | |
| Career in Travel and Tourism | 6/12/2008 |
| Q: This pertains to my wife's career. She is currently pursuing her bachelor degree in Sociology. She ... A: Sanjay "what specilisation she needs to take for doing in Master's.(Like MBA in Toursim)." What is ... | |
| air force | 6/7/2008 |
| Q: im 16 and have been wondering how hard the aviation field is to get into for someone who has been ... A: Chance There are no Air Force pilots without college degrees, so the situation you describe (an ... | |
| becoming an airline pilot | 6/4/2008 |
| Q: I am 15 and want to be a airline pilot and I am wondering how you go about it do I have to get my ... A: Cortney 1) How [do] you go about it? Do I have to get my private pilots license first or can I just ... | |
| Flight Attendant Pay | 5/29/2008 |
| Q: Mrs. Dottie I am curious, I checked the link you provide (cabincrews.com) and it showed the highest ... A: Brian F/A pay (or any other airline unionized position for that matter) is based only upon the ... | |
| After airline training | 5/28/2008 |
| Q: I was recently in training at a regional airline in the US. They decided to ground 40 aircraft ... A: Keith What I think you are wanting to know about is the Workers' Investment Act, which provides ... | |
| career advice | 5/28/2008 |
| Q: I am 29 years old and am seriously considering a career as an airline pilot. I have looked through ... A: David What you have heard is correct. Very, very few airlines are currently hiring and there may be ... | |
| degree | 5/20/2008 |
| Q: i'm currently in th u.s. air force and i'm getting out in aug.i want to become a pilot and was ... A: Justin An associates degree would be better than nothing. When you are trying to compete against ... | |
| Flight Schools | 5/5/2008 |
| Q: I am trying to decide which flight school to pick for my pilot training, I am going for the whole ... A: Sameet I have no personal experience with any flight schools. Back when I was flight training, I ... | |
| Scholarships | 4/27/2008 |
| Q: I would like to thank you for answering our questions! You indicated in a response that you keep a ... A: Linda Many of the scholarshiups in my database are given by the Ninety-Nines, the International ... | |
| airplane opposed to helicopter | 4/4/2008 |
| Q: i'm currently in th u.s. air force and i'm getting out in aug.i want to become a pilot and was ... A: Justin As a fixed wing airline pilot with no rotorcraft experience, I can't really advise on ... | |
| Rate of Employment for Commercial Pilots. | 3/31/2008 |
| Q: I am an aspiring pilot of 17 years living in Jamaica. I have started flight training here and im ... A: Justin 1)What are the factors that affect rate of employment? The economy is the biggest factor ... | |
| height | 3/28/2008 |
| Q: i want to work as airline pilot my height is only 158cm's(5 feet 2 inches).can i fly boeing 747 or ... A: Sam Unless the airline you are applying with has a minimum height requirement to be hired, you will ... | |
| airline height requiment | 3/28/2008 |
| Q: my height is only 158Cm's(5feet 2inches).can i fly 747 or airbus 320 since my height is less ... A: Unless the airline you are applying with has a minimum height requirement to be hired, you will have ... | |
| Aviation Schools | 3/25/2008 |
| Q: ) am modhi , Female from kuwait...i just finished high school and i want to study aviation but i ... A: Modhi There are many, many colleges and universities in the United States that offer a variety of ... | |
| Need Advice, pilot career | 3/24/2008 |
| Q: I am interested in pursuing a career as an airline pilot. I have to make some decisions soon in the ... A: Alexis Seeing as you already have a bachelors degree, you only need flight qualifications to land ... | |
| F/A fluency, age requirements | 3/16/2008 |
| Q: I have some questions that have been concerning me. Do you have to know french fluently for becoming ... A: Rachael Whether or not you need to know French to be a flight attendantis entirely dependant upon ... | |
| pilot career in the USA for a foreign national | 3/10/2008 |
| Q: i am charith currenly a student in new york doing my masters in biomedical engineering, i dont see ... A: Carith First off, if you desire to pursue any career in the USA you must be sure you can obtain an ... | |
| flight attendant pay | 3/5/2008 |
| Q: Can you provide me information for flight attendant of various countries, european as well as asean? ... A: Helen In 2006, the median income of American flight attendants was $53,780. The middle 50% percent ... | |
| General avation questions | 2/26/2008 |
| Q: my name is Justin Hall and I知 an aspiring Pilot. I chose to contact you because you seem to be the ... A: Justin 1) Flight School/ ATP I have no personal experience with flight schools. I did all my flight ... | |
| need advice on piloting | 2/12/2008 |
| Q: I'm 18, currently taking IBDP year 5 (will be completed in 2 years time, equivalent to A level). I ... A: Helen You certainly have many questions! However, since you are apparently in the UK (you mentioned ... | |
| wanna start my career in flying and aviation | 1/20/2008 |
| Q: My name is Nidhi. I am a graduate(BA) from India, currently living in USA. I m 23 yrs old. I want to ... A: Nidhi Having a background in customer service and using computers would serve you well in any ... | |
| flight attendant career ? | 1/19/2008 |
| Q: hey i was wondering if i am going to be a flight attendant in london ontario canada , it's not that ... A: Stacey, As a flight attendant, yes you will definitely be gone from home longer than a few days ... | |
| ERAU/corporate pilot | 1/11/2008 |
| Q: so in your opinion it would be better to attend a (community college or flight academy?) for the ... A: Athen If you are on a budget and must borrow most or all of your funds for your education and ... | |
| future embry riddle student | 1/10/2008 |
| Q: I see that you were a female pilot who graduated from embry riddy aeronautical university. I was ... A: Athen Do you mean finding work as a pilot after graduation? Or are you taking some other major at ... | |
| Regional Airlines | 1/2/2008 |
| Q: At what age do the regional airlines stop hiring pilots? I'm 52 years old, a CFII with 890 hours ... A: Gene 1) Yes, the age for retirement is now 65, so that gives you even more time. 2) Yes, that is a ... | |
| Pilot training & hiring | 12/9/2007 |
| Q: Are there pilot's who after being trained in any US flying school are still unemployed or is it that ... A: Niel Yes, I am sure there are some that do not get jobs. There are three kinds of flying schools ... | |
| Indian pilot training in the USA | 12/5/2007 |
| Q: I am a final year mechanical engineering student from India & I wish to pursue a career in pilot ... A: Nihal As an Indian foreign national wanting to come to the United States and flight train to become ... | |
| Career question | 11/19/2007 |
| Q: About 10 years ago I started flying with the intention to pursue an aviation career, but due to ... A: Sam 1) About how much money would I need until my Commercial License and can make a living flying? ... | |
| Regional Airlines | 11/18/2007 |
| Q: At what age do the regional airlines stop hiring pilots? I'm 52 years old, a CFII with 890 hours ... A: Gene The airlines cannot discriminate based on age. If hired at age 53, you will still have 7 years ... | |
| why is there not many female pilots? | 11/10/2007 |
| Q: this is Kaz who is studying to become a airline pilot in USA. i have couple of questions this time. ... A: Kaz Personally, I think that even in this new millenium there are so few female pilots as the ... | |
| Aviation TAS/IAS/AOA | 10/27/2007 |
| Q: What happens if TAS, IAS, AOA with an increase in altitude A: Dave, Do you mean what happens TO true airspeed, indicated airspeed and angle of attack as you ... | |
| Instructing in the USA | 10/12/2007 |
| Q: I have a Canadian category 1 medical and commercial license with the multi IFR group one endorsement ... A: Jason To be able to instruct in the U.S., first off you need an Employment Authorization Document ... | |
| Being a Airline Pilot | 9/22/2007 |
| Q: My name is ALisha. I really want to become an airline pilot, but i have few question i wanted to ask ... A: 1) How many (female) join to be a pilot each year in U.S.A? There is no way to know how many ... | |
| aerospace in Nigeria | 9/12/2007 |
| Q: i am nnamdi onyenuforo by name, a graduate of insurance down here in nigeria. I HAVE A STORNG ZEAL ... A: Sorry but your question is outside my area of knowledge. I have no idea what aviation education or ... | |
| Degrees/Courses needed to become a pilot and | 9/4/2007 |
| Q: I am of Jamaican and British citizenship and i am 15 years of age attending a prominent high school ... A: Alexander I am far from a "specialist with U.S. universities"! I hope you didn't get that from my ... | |
| Getting my pilots license as a female | 8/22/2007 |
| Q: What scholarships are available to women trying to get their pilots license? I have completed some ... A: Vienna Your best chance for a flight scholarship or grant for flight training will be through the ... | |
| iam arabic ,i want to know if there will be problems starting an aviation career... | 8/21/2007 |
| Q: hey,iam 19,finished high school. My nationality is palastein but i have USA passport and i lived in ... A: I know a couple of Arabic people at my airline. They have not had troubles in their career because ... | |
| plz reply asap | 8/21/2007 |
| Q: i am a student at my 2nd year of the british curiculum igcse but i want to start studyin to be an ... A: Mohamed As a foreign national you are subject to the "Alien Flight Student Program" created by the ... | |
| Breaks/lunches as a flight follower | 7/31/2007 |
| Q: I don't know if you are the right person to ask... I work for a small charter airline. I'm a flight ... A: Danielle You most certainly should be getting breaks and lunches working 7-13 hour days. If it's ... | |
| Flight school | 7/22/2007 |
| Q: My name is Alex and i am 14 yrs old. I want to be a pilot and wanted to ask you when i can start my ... A: Alex 1) When i can start my training for my career here in N.C, Raleigh (age)....Can i also start ... | |
| scholarships, career info | 7/14/2007 |
| Q: my name is jr and i was thinking about being a pilot. i am 15 and would like to know if there are ... A: 1)"i am 15 and would like to know if there are scholarships to get into a good flight school or a ... | |
| Aviation Schooling | 7/5/2007 |
| Q: Dottie, Hello, my name is Jeannie-Marie and I am trying to find out if there are any scholarships ... A: Jeannie-Marie Yes, there are scholarships for women pilots. However those scholarships generally ... | |
| aviation Universities | 7/2/2007 |
| Q: If you want to be a pilot, what subjects are necessary? What subjects to I have to take? ANSWER: ... A: Ally, There are many good universities that offer aviation degrees in the United States. I cannot ... | |
| Pilot education requirements | 6/27/2007 |
| Q: If you want to be a pilot, what subjects are necessary? What subjects to I have to take? A: Ally In school or college, there are no required subjects or classes one must take to become a ... | |
| Avoiding Loans | 6/18/2007 |
| Q: I am 25, have a degree, and my private. I recently put off getting the rest of my ratings to avoid ... A: Zach Putting off training for only a year really won't hurt you at all. If you can do so, and pay ... | |
| being a pilot | 6/15/2007 |
| Q: please could you help thank you very much A: Stacey, The kind of day a pilot has depends on what type of flying they do. Even between the ... | |
| Flight time conversion | 6/14/2007 |
| Q: I am retiring from the military and am looking for a career in the civilian aviation market. In the ... A: Rick You can find info about military to civilian flight time conversions here- ... | |
| Flight Traininig and Career options for Foreign National - Woman aspirant | 6/9/2007 |
| Q: I am an Indian citizen on L2 visa in USA.I am exploring the option of doing Commertial Pilot ... A: 1) Restriction/requirement for foreign national to do flight training in USA? All the requirements ... | |
| accident & hgetting hired | 6/8/2007 |
| Q: I am a student pilot and have recently been involved in a accident ,pilot error sustantial damage to ... A: Andrew No, you have not ruined your career chances. People do get hired with accidents and ... | |
| Maximum age | 6/7/2007 |
| Q: My kids are married and gone. I now have the time and money to achieve my dream and that's to become ... A: Jose, Are you in the United States? I ask as it would be highly unusual for a low time commercial ... | |
| Airline Pilot Qualifications | 4/11/2007 |
| Q: Did jet fighter pilots during the Korean War need a college degree? When did a degree become ... A: 1) Did jet fighter pilots during the Korean War need a college degree? I have no idea. That was ... | |
| pilot earnings | 4/5/2007 |
| Q: I was thinking of going to the Unniversity of North Dakota to become a pilot. I have seen so many ... A: Kyle Airline pilot pay is something the general public often has a lot of misconceptions about and ... | |
| flying school fees/ATP | 3/25/2007 |
| Q: I am interested in a career as an airline pilot. So far i have my private pilot's license from a ... A: Alex Having not attended ATP, I cannot say with any authority what their policy is or fees are in ... | |
| flight schools | 3/14/2007 |
| Q: I am interested in a career as an airline pilot. I am currently working on my private pilot ... A: Alicia, I cannot say that I have heard anything good about Gulfstream. In the industry, their mere ... | |
| job market | 3/14/2007 |
| Q: I just have one quick follow-up question. You mentioned that during slow hiring seasons, the hiring ... A: Brandon, There is a difference between "competitive minimums" and "hiring minimums". There is also ... | |
| I know nothing | 3/7/2007 |
| Q: I am in eighth grade and am thinking about becoming a pilot. I don't have 20/20 vision, but I do ... A: Bethany, You can still be a pilot even if you wear contacts. Your vision must be correctable to ... | |
| job market | 2/26/2007 |
| Q: First of all, this is a great service! I am 30 years old and am interested in a career as an ... A: 1) Regardless of the retirement change one thing is certain: every day you do not have an airline ... | |
| Medical Exams | 1/31/2007 |
| Q: Hey I wanted to know what are the various medical check up one has to go through before getting a ... A: You can find the requirements for each of the classes of aviation medicals in the Federal Aviation ... | |
| ABOUT AVIATION MANAGEMENT DEGREE | 1/30/2007 |
| Q: I;m currently a freshman at Dowling College in NY. My major is airport management at the time but ... A: As a career airline pilot, I cannot address management careers in aviation. Management positions are ... | |
| Career Question | 1/29/2007 |
| Q: I would love to have your advice. I love flying. My father and step fathers were both held their ... A: Matthew Yours is a question that I get often, so to better address it and all the ... | |
| commercial pilot | 1/18/2007 |
| Q: I am considering being a commercial pilot as a career. I'll like know the outlook is for a new ... A: Jean The "outlook" for the career is always in flux. When you start flight training, it may be very ... | |
| College Student Up In The Air | 1/3/2007 |
| Q: I'm currently a sophmore college student, and like most college students, I can't decide if what I'm ... A: Jesse, Yes, as long as they are accredited an aviation university is just as "legit" as any other ... | |
| First officer-Captian | 1/2/2007 |
| Q: When you becone a first oficer for and airline, USUALLY how long does it take to become a Captian. A: Justin There is no "usual" time that it takes to upgrade to Captain. It could be as little as three ... | |
| age | 12/31/2006 |
| Q: first of all I'm 45, I have 740tt mostly hi performance time and I have been instrument rated for ... A: Jimi Too old to start a flying career? A loaded question! Well, that totally depends on the kind of ... | |
| Pilot career route. | 12/29/2006 |
| Q: Im 21 with a PPL living in BC. In Feb. I'll be taking AME. Im just wondering what I should do after ... A: Tyson, First off, when you say you live in "BC", does that mean British Columbia? Secondly, when ... | |
| aviation | 12/28/2006 |
| Q: i am already 60 years old and about 10 hours short of getting my private pilots ticket and i would ... A: Jim At your age, not wanting to accrue thousands of dollars (if not ten thousand or more) in ... | |
| What kind of DEGREE! | 12/24/2006 |
| Q: I've been reading the information you have about becoming a pilot and I'm wondering what kind of ... A: Amber While many aspiring pilots do chose to get a degree in aviation, as that is their major ... | |
| Jobs | 12/18/2006 |
| Q: Would you be able to tell me the requirements for becoming a commercial pilot and what their average ... A: Caitlin To answer the first part of your question would take an enormous response, and since that ... | |
| pilots schools | 12/13/2006 |
| Q: I am going to be going to college to become a pilot in one year and I was wondering if, when hiring, ... A: 1) Do employers care what school you went to or if you have a bachelors or associates degree? No, ... | |
| careers | 12/5/2006 |
| Q: I'm currently still in high school, but I want to major on something that has to do with airlines ... A: Daniel There are too many possible careers in the airlines to describe here. I suggest checking out ... | |
| raising retirement age effects on airline hiring. | 12/4/2006 |
| Q: Norkus: First of all, thank you for such a quick and detailed response. Your answer made me ... A: Alex You are fairly close but only one thing is certain in the airline industry: things are always ... | |
| raising retirement age effects on airline hiring. | 12/1/2006 |
| Q: I am 34 years old and have a private pilots licence with about a 100 hours flight time. I would ... A: Alex, While an age limit change would affect the airlines, it would have far less of an impact at ... | |
| aircraft type | 11/13/2006 |
| Q: ok what i was saying was you sayed you fly certin groups of aircrafts how do they group them?could ... A: "... you [said] you fly certain groups of [aircraft], how do they group them?" Group them? I am ... | |
| aircraft type | 11/12/2006 |
| Q: could you tell me the group of aircrafts you would fly if you flew for delta and also us airwaysThe ... A: Here is the current fleet for Delta Airlines- 737-800 757-200 767-200,-300,-400 777-200 ... | |
| SWA pilot bases | 11/1/2006 |
| Q: ------------------------------------------- The text above is a follow-up to ... ok so as you were ... A: While you would eventually fly through every city in the system as a Southwest pilot, they only have ... | |
| Flying for CAL...all the 737 series | 10/31/2006 |
| Q: so if i was to fly for continental i could fly all the 737 such as 737-300 ... A: "i was to fly for continental i could fly all the 737 such as 737-300 400..500..700...800...900?" ... | |
| Do pilots fly every aircraft in that airlines fleet? | 10/31/2006 |
| Q: If you were to fly for a us airline do you fly every aircraft in that airlines fleet? A: They could but it would take several years if there were a lot of different ones (like 777, 737, ... | |
| Female Helicopter Pilots | 10/20/2006 |
| Q: I was wondering how many female helicopter pilots there are in the U.S. I am a helicopter pilot and ... A: Monica This is the closest figure I could find: A 2004 article from http://www.justhelicopters.com ... | |
| II. Should I go to college first or go straight to .... | 10/12/2006 |
| Q: Really sorry but I just have another question after I came back from a college night at my school. I ... A: If you simply want to be a commercial pilot, do not join the military simply as a means to that end. ... | |
| II. Should I go to college first or go straight to .... | 10/11/2006 |
| Q: So what I understand that I still can become a pilot as long as my eyes are correctable to 20/20? I ... A: Bryan Yes, as long as your vision is correctable to 20/20 you can pass the Class 1 medical. (If you ... | |
| Should I go to college first or go straight to .... | 10/11/2006 |
| Q: My name is Bryan Nguyen, I read many of your answers about being a pilot but I still have 1 more ... A: Brian You can go straight into your lessons after high school if you wish. However, in the United ... | |
| Scholarships for women | 10/9/2006 |
| Q: I'm interested in any info you have about scholarships for women wanting to become a pilot. I've put ... A: Trisha While I was flight training, I kept a list of flight scholarships for women. Most such ... | |
| low time flying job | 10/5/2006 |
| Q: i am in texas. i recently completed my instrument and commercial license with multi. i am looking ... A: The jobs you can try applying for will be skydive pilot, traffic watch or banner towing. Banner tow ... | |
| Career as an airline pilot | 10/5/2006 |
| Q: As long as I can remember I have been fascinated by airplanes. Sometimes when we go on trips I ... A: Cody "Is Embry-Riddle the best choice for me in becoming an airline pilot?" While ERAU is ... | |
| being competitive | 9/30/2006 |
| Q: What greades should i get in high school im in the ninth grade does it matter what i get now? and ... A: The pilots who are most competitive for jobs have the highest quality flight time in their logbook. ... | |
| college | 9/30/2006 |
| Q: What greades should i get in high school im in the ninth grade does it matter what i get now? and ... A: Yes, to be competitive in the job market a 4 year degree is pretty much mandatory. Do your best to ... | |
| turbine time and type ratings | 9/30/2006 |
| Q: ?and is it hard to get hired by a regional airline ? and does it matter how you get your licences ... A: No, airlines do not care where you get your certificates and ratings. You can go through a flying ... | |
| turbine time and type ratings | 9/30/2006 |
| Q: hello i want to become an airline pilot and they reqiure turbine time how do you get that because ... A: Well, if you had the money, you could rent/buy jet or turbine time but that is not how 99.9% of ... | |
| pilot interships | 9/27/2006 |
| Q: Right now I am a sophmore at Western Michigan University, studying aviation flight science. My ... A: Jordan I think you may have a mistaken impression of what an airline intern does. As a "pilot ... | |
| piloting | 9/24/2006 |
| Q: Hey Dottie i have a bunch of questions i'm a JR in high school, for the past year or two i've been ... A: If you simply want to fly for an airline, do not look to join the military as a means to that end. ... | |
| Becoming an Airline Pilot | 9/22/2006 |
| Q: I eventually want to fly for a major airline and what you have described has really enlightened me. ... A: It is good that you have a back up plan with your degree! It is always smart to be have something to ... | |
| Becoming an Airline Pilot | 9/22/2006 |
| Q: I am currently a softmore in high school and I aspire to becoming an airline pilot. I am a straight ... A: Not sure I am clear on this "two year period you have to wait before you can get your airline pilot ... | |
| pilot questions | 9/17/2006 |
| Q: just wanted to know if there was a time that we could chat on the net about some pilot questions. ... A: Troy Since you say you have a "lot of questions", I suggest reading over http://www.jetcareers.com ... | |
| becoming an airline pilot | 9/16/2006 |
| Q: You said get my hours up im earning dual does that count toward my total flight times because like ... A: "You said get my hours up im earning dual does that count toward my total flight times because like ... | |
| becoming an airline pilot | 9/16/2006 |
| Q: I started takeing flying lessons and my goal is to travel the world in a boeing 777 or 747 and be a ... A: "does it matter what grades i get in high school like c s and above or A+s"? To get into a good ... | |
| becoming an airline pilot | 9/15/2006 |
| Q: I started takeing flying lessons and my goal is to travel the world in a boeing 777 or 747 and be a ... A: "what can i do now to improve my chances and what do airlines look for?" What can you do now, at ... | |
| Furloughs | 9/6/2006 |
| Q: When i become an airline pilot what is the likeleness of me being furloughed or do they randomly ... A: "When i become an airline pilot, what is the [likelihood] of me being furloughed or do they randomly ... | |
| Degrees | 9/4/2006 |
| Q: um I want to be a pilot but in case I ever get furloghed as a pilot, I want to get a degree that ... A: "...a degree that involves the buisness side of aviation (like working in the buisness side of ... | |
| Flight Degree/Georgia | 8/31/2006 |
| Q: Hey, im a wanna be pilot. well i plan to go to the ATP flight school in Atlanta Georgia but I also ... A: Justin I have no personal experience with the ATP Career Track program but I work with some First ... | |
| Flight School | 8/31/2006 |
| Q: well I was on a plan the other day and i was talikng to the fight attendant about flying and i told ... A: Justin The flight attendant is correct. Even though you pay $70-100K for a degreee from ... | |
| Aviation Jobs | 8/29/2006 |
| Q: I have just enrolled at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University through their Distance Learning ... A: "... I have lately been hearing a lot of bad things about getting an aviation degree. Do you know ... | |
| First Officer | 8/27/2006 |
| Q: Dottie, What does a first officer do on the plane? In the crash in KY, the first officer was ... A: Dianne A "First Officer" is the contemporary term for a co-pilot. (Like the term "flight attendant" ... | |
| Colleges/ERAU | 8/23/2006 |
| Q: I would like to go to Embry Riddle avation School to get a BD in Aeronotical Science and aquire my ... A: Justin While ERAU is no doubt a top notch school, you definately pay for it and will continue to do ... | |
| Computers/airplanes | 8/23/2006 |
| Q: I am a 11th grader and wish to be an airline pilot now what is the likelyness that computers will ... A: While computer automation already plays a big role in present day cockpit automation, I do not see a ... | |
| Career at 38 | 8/21/2006 |
| Q: I am 38 yrs old. Am I too old to start a career as a pilot with 0 hrs? A: Frederick While you certainly could make a career change at 38, it will not be easy and you may not ... | |
| Seeking advice | 8/13/2006 |
| Q: First, I'd like to give you some background information about myself. I just finished high school, ... A: Shawn- "I am looking to invest in an education that will give my a secure career" In the airlines, ... | |
| Life of an Airline Pilot | 7/28/2006 |
| Q: My name is Nick and I turn 16 in about a week. I really want to become an Airline pilot so bad. Ever ... A: Nick Your questions: What steps does it take to get to the airlines? How much do you get paid to ... | |
| Demand for pilots | 7/26/2006 |
| Q: I have always be interested in becoming a pilot. I was just wondering what kind of demand there was ... A: Shawn- 1)"I have always be interested in becoming a pilot. I was just wondering what kind of ... | |
| What should I do? | 7/25/2006 |
| Q: I'm just about to start college and I have really high aspirations on becoming an airline pilot. I ... A: Kevin I think you are barking up the wrong tree. If you intend to go into a career as a pilot, you ... | |
| After school | 7/23/2006 |
| Q: I would like to know what one must do after school to be hired by an airline. I'm looking at Embry ... A: Alex I get so many questions such as yours, I created a web site to help address the many FAQs that ... | |
| Training to become a pilot | 7/21/2006 |
| Q: I have looked into various routes to becoming a pilot. Some people say the Air Force is the best ... A: Gina- "My son is 14 years old and all he talks about it being a pilot (flying commercial jets)." ... | |
| Helicopter school safety records.. | 7/18/2006 |
| Q: I知 deciding about whether to pursuit a helicopter career or not. Looking at the statistics on ... A: Chris, As far as I know, there isn't a database of 'safety records' by flight school. However, any ... | |
| Military to Airlines | 7/17/2006 |
| Q: I am a military pilot for the AF flying heavies and will retire in 5 years (42 years old at that ... A: Jim Not having a military background I am not the 'authority' on the military transition but I ... | |
| i want to be a pilot | 7/16/2006 |
| Q: hi Dottie Norkus i am 13 years old and i want to be a pilot so i ask u how long do i have to wait ... A: Brandon Are you asking about a Private Pilot License? Or a commercial pilot career? In the USA, ... | |
| Military or Pilot school? | 7/11/2006 |
| Q: Thanx for all the help, and sorry I keep asking questions but one more, HA. SO you advise against ... A: "SO you advise against getting the degree? It doesn't look a whole lot better to have a degree in ... | |
| Military or Pilot school? | 7/10/2006 |
| Q: I did have one more quick quesiton though. The one thing I was debating about NAVY or pilot school ... A: Trey "I want to get my BS in aviation then attend a flight school. I estimated that it would come ... | |
| time building | 7/10/2006 |
| Q: In developing the necessary flight time, resources speak of the possibility of obtaining a job ... A: John Time building jobs are usually had by networking. Aerial survey, pipeline patrol, fish ... | |
| airline careers | 7/10/2006 |
| Q: I am a merchant mariner(2nd mate) with 10 years at sea. I was recently diagnosed with a bicuspid ... A: Anand- If you have a medical condition that may prevent you from sailing, it may also disqualify ... | |
| Military or Pilot school? | 7/9/2006 |
| Q: I'm looking into becoming a pilot. I just graduated high school and about to attend a JC. I was ... A: Trey, If you simply want to fly for an airline, do not join the armed forces simply as a means to ... | |
| Airline Pilot Career | 7/6/2006 |
| Q: I have my college degree and have been pursuing a career in medicine and have actually been accepted ... A: Eddie No, 25 is certainly not too old to make such a career change. In fact, it's quite young. If ... | |
| international pilot career | 7/5/2006 |
| Q: i recently asked u about aquiring J.a.a liscnece,as a U.S. citizen for purpose of working abroad. I ... A: JB Sorry, but an an American airline pilot flying in the USA I don't know much about JAA programs ... | |
| international pilot career | 6/30/2006 |
| Q: i am a private pilot with a D.W.I and im about to start training with A.T.P flight schools.is it ... A: JB There have been people hired with DUIs on their records. However, with the pilot job market ... | |
| Answer to your question | 6/28/2006 |
| Q: I am electrical engineer and now I want to become Pilot for international airlines. Whats my first ... A: Regarding what steps you need to take to become an airline pilot: That is quite a bit of ... | |
| Employment | 6/9/2006 |
| Q: my name is Mike Slaybaugh and I'm hoping to have a career as a pilot in the future. I was just ... A: Mike Regarding what steps you need to take to become a commercial pilot and what comes after the ... | |
| becoming an airline pilot | 6/2/2006 |
| Q: I am a 27 year old female and have been doing some research on becoming a Pilot. I have checked my ... A: Anna "I have checked my options and am leaning toward Aviator school in Fort Pierce, FL, also known ... | |
| Which path to go? | 5/16/2006 |
| Q: I just have to clear a few thing up for you. I am already training at my local FBO for my private ... A: John Regardless if yu have your PPL now or not, the only way you will get an airline job sooner ... | |
| Which path to go? | 5/15/2006 |
| Q: I am currently in the process of getting my private pilot certificate and was wondering where I ... A: John The choice to go via a local FBO/flying club or via an academy/school is really up to what you ... | |
| aviation careers | 3/26/2006 |
| Q: i have my private pilots license, and i love flying. I have been told that the aviation industry is ... A: "I have been told that the aviation industry is run on pilots who are never home with there families ... | |
| Airline pilots and employment | 3/10/2006 |
| Q: I am 16 and I really enjoy flying and I'll be starting ground school soon and I want to be an ... A: Ryan As I get so many questions like yours, I simply had to create a webpage about the subject to ... | |
| Flight Engineer to Pilot | 3/1/2006 |
| Q: I'm a 22 year aviation professional, former AF Flt Eng on the C-141B. I'm currently working for an ... A: John Your question seems to be about two things: Should I go fo a FE position (at an airline like ... | |
| Color Vision | 2/15/2006 |
| Q: I am 16 and am considering a career in aviation. Unfortunately, though, I am colorblind. Do you ... A: Michael The vision requirements of Federal Aviation Regulation 67.103 state eye standards for a ... | |
| Employment | 1/27/2006 |
| Q: I am currently in the Telecommunications industry and looking for a change. I think I would love to ... A: John Hiring in the airline industry is always in flux. As soon as they declare another "pilot ... | |
| Flight Attendant | 1/13/2006 |
| Q: I am interested in becoming a flight attendant. What schools or training would you recommend. I am ... A: Amanda In the United States, you DO NOT need to attend any F/A school to get a job. Every airline ... | |
| lost GS on ILS | 1/2/2006 |
| Q: Used this service before it is great! Anyways, I am reading some sample gouges, I have an interview ... A: Chris In my opinion, the interviewer wants to hear that you would go missed regardless if you can ... | |
| accident investigation career | 1/2/2006 |
| Q: I was wondering how to go about transitioning to a career as an accident investigator with the NTSB. ... A: Craig While I have had training in the investigative proceedure of aviation accidents for my degree ... | |
| I am interested in getting... | 12/29/2005 |
| Q: I am interested in getting a B737 and/or A320 type rating. Could you recommend a few good places ... A: Jascha I don't know anything about A320 types, but many friends have gone to Higher Power Aviation, ... | |
| Scholarships | 12/16/2005 |
| Q: Good afternoon Dottie, I also attended ERAU and will be going back for grad school this January. ... A: Megan I keep a list of flight training scholarships that are one time awards to help defray the ... | |
| picking a college | 12/13/2005 |
| Q: Im going back to college to be a pilot, ive already graduated as an aircraft maintenance tech. Im ... A: Jake If you already have a degree, you don't need to go to an aviation university to become a ... | |
| Flight engineers | 11/14/2005 |
| Q: Quick question, I am aware that the fE, positions are going away.Especialy with the major airlines. ... A: Rick There are a few carriers that still use and hire professional flight engineers. In the USA, ... | |
| skydive pilot | 10/20/2005 |
| Q: i was wondering what the average salary of a skydive pilot is? A: Evan Not sure if it is 'average', but I got $5 per load and $10 per flight hour at the two DZ where ... | |
| Career Change Prospects after 40 | 9/27/2005 |
| Q: I am retired military and am needing to make a career change. I have concerns about my prospects ... A: >>>I am retired military and am needing to make a career change. I have concerns about my prospects ... | |
| Thanks for the speedy replies.... | 9/19/2005 |
| Q: Some more questions, please? 1. Define deck angle 2. What is low speed buffet? 3. What happens to ... A: 1. Define deck angle Got me. The AOA? 2. What is low speed buffet? Indications of an impending ... | |
| piloting | 9/19/2005 |
| Q: First i would like to tell you that you are doing a really great job answering all those questions. ... A: I have a very interesting article about a poor girl from a village in China that didn't even have ... | |
| Interview based questions - urgent | 9/19/2005 |
| Q: I have an interview with Pinnacle in a couple days. I looked up the gouges and came up with a bunch ... A: Back when I was interviewing I went over stuff like this for weeks to prepare. That was also 4 years ... | |
| Pilot. | 9/18/2005 |
| Q: I think I want to be a pilot. How can I be sure commercial flight is for me? A: Ryan You should get at least your Private Pilot license, if not your instrument rating too, first ... | |
| Hi Dottie, I am in the... | 9/16/2005 |
| Q: I am in the process of sending out my resume to several regional carriers. I have around 1200TT with ... A: Hmmm...didn't get an Email notice about this question. Luckily I got another and it showed 2 pending ... | |
| Urgent! | 8/22/2005 |
| Q: That's right, Dottie!! I have a TT of 1207 hours and I am in the process of seeking a job at the ... A: 1. All my sim time has been on a multi engine aircraft. On my resume, can this time be added in my ... | |
| Could you please provide me... | 8/10/2005 |
| Q: Could you please provide me with a better insight on the difference between MSL and AGL. In what ... A: Not sure if it's 'better insight' (as both are just standard definitions) but MSL starts at the ... | |
| pilot careers | 8/3/2005 |
| Q: I have been considering a career in aviation for a while, and I have a few questions. If I earned a ... A: Rebekah "If I earned a pilot's license, how easy would it be to find a job flying?" Depends on ... | |
| Hello Dottie, I have three... | 8/2/2005 |
| Q: I have three questions for you and I would appreciate if you could take the time to answer them. 1. ... A: 1. Unless you are applying to Southwest Airlines (which requires a 737 type), it is a waste of money ... | |
| Hello Dottie, I recently... | 7/30/2005 |
| Q: I recently learnt that the US government is providing financial aid (almost 80%)to individuals who ... A: The program the people are talking about is the "Workforce Investment Act" or WIA and the crieria ... | |
| Hi Dottie, I recently purchased... | 7/29/2005 |
| Q: I recently purchased the 'Questions, Questions -2nd Edition'. I was reviewing Section II that ... A: 1. Contact dispatch and advise them of the situation. Many airlines have a medical service dispatch ... | |
| Hello again, I just ordered... | 7/22/2005 |
| Q: I just ordered the "Questions? Questions? Airline Interview - 2nd Edition Ace your Human Resources ... A: Jascha The Questions, Questions book covers the main points covered in interviews and is an ... | |
| Hi Dottie, I think you're... | 7/22/2005 |
| Q: I think you're the best. Your replies and suggestions are very specific and you're the only person ... A: 1. With regard to www.willflyforfood.cc, I registered with them , but unlike ... | |
| careers in aviation | 7/20/2005 |
| Q: i am thinking about considering a career in aviation as an airline pilot. I would like to know what ... A: Angee Since yours are common questions, I created a webpage to help anwser pilot & flight training ... | |
| Hello Dottie, I am preparing... | 7/18/2005 |
| Q: I am preparing to send out my resume to the regionals in the next 3 months. However, I would like to ... A: Jascha Sorry I took so long, but I didn't get a notification of any questions pending! 1. Do you ... | |
| General | 7/18/2005 |
| Q: Dottie, I am a college grad. with 1 1/2 years out in the working world which makes me 25. I have ... A: Sorry, but I didn't get any notification of any pending questions from July 18th, only one for ... | |
| Greetings, I want to keep... | 5/19/2005 |
| Q: Greetings, I want to keep myself current in instrument flying. Renting airplanes becomes expensive ... A: To keep your instrument skills fresh, get any simulator software (Microsoft Flight, Elite, On Top ... | |
| Can I get a scholarship to study in an aviation school of my choice | 5/2/2005 |
| Q: I have desired to meet someone like you and your group to advice me on what to do to get me to the ... A: Ijuptil Where do you live? I can only help with your question if you plan to do your flight ... | |
| concern | 4/21/2005 |
| Q: my name's Rebecca. I would like to ask a few questions. Not about being a pilot but an air ... A: Rebecca, Hope this reaches you soon as the Allexperts site was down with a "HTTP 500 - Internal ... | |
| First off, how long have you... | 4/10/2005 |
| Q: First off, how long have you been a U.S. Regional airline pilot? What was your first job involving ... A: -First off, how long have you been a U.S. Regional airline pilot? I was hired in 2001. -What was ... | |
| Flight Safety | 4/6/2005 |
| Q: I'm a current student at Embry Riddle but I having a growing concern about my future after after I ... A: Cherie What a timely question! An ERAU education is a hot topic right now on one of my message ... | |
| age | 3/10/2005 |
| Q: At 48 years of age, is it too late to change careers to get into a aviation career as a pilot? I ... A: Tony Sorry I did not get back to you same day, but I have been away on a trip without internet. As ... | |
| Best route | 3/8/2005 |
| Q: Norkus: I am a licenced commercial pilot with a valid multi-engine rating and have also completed ... A: "My issue is that I am not sure if I want to continue with my university education. " I am not sure ... | |
| Pilot Career | 3/2/2005 |
| Q: I am 40 years old and have 450 hours ASEL time. Assuming I get enough hours, will the airlines have ... A: Jim Most regionals require 1,000 total hours with a min of 100 Multi-engine. Your age will not be a ... | |
| starting with a college degree | 1/12/2005 |
| Q: although i have the teaching degree, teaching has always been something that i have never really ... A: Dan >>>My question is: in order for me to become an airline pilot in the shortest amount of time, ... | |
| Transitioning into Aviation | 1/3/2005 |
| Q: My name is Jason and I'm writing for a little advice in my recent decision to make a career move. ... A: Jason You are about to make a big career jump, so you should arm yourself with as much information ... | |
| about certain airlines | 12/17/2004 |
| Q: sorry to bother you again but you mentioned that abroad there are some airlines that train their ... A: Jessica, If you are an American, you won't qualify for a cadet program abroad. Airlines in these ... | |
| about airline pilots- | 12/16/2004 |
| Q: hey Dottie- i've heard that a pilot must have perfect eyesight. They can't wear contact lenses. Is ... A: Jessica "i've heard that a pilot must have perfect eyesight. They can't wear contact lenses. Is ... | |
| Flying too late... | 12/1/2004 |
| Q: My obsession with flying which bloomed since the age of 3 was aborted when at 17 they told me I was ... A: Greg, "how could I claim what I was born to be, given that what crucified me at 17 is now removed ... | |
| women pilots | 11/17/2004 |
| Q: I am curious about becomming a helicopter pilot. I am wondering how I can justify the cost of the ... A: Britt This question is a bit outside my area of expertise. However my friend Elizabeth quit her job ... | |
| scholorships | 11/13/2004 |
| Q: I am looking for a wa to fund my training. I have zero hours and need all certificates leading to ... A: "I am looking for a way to fund my training. I have zero hours and need all certificates leading to ... | |
| carrer scope | 11/6/2004 |
| Q: i always had a pasion for aviation, started sky diving at the age of sixteen, ... finily i have the ... A: "i have the money to do my CPL. i want to know how much work is there for new pilots , if i can ... | |
| piloting | 10/27/2004 |
| Q: What kinds of technology is used in a piloting career? (school project) thanks for your time! Answer ... A: To keep it simple, I will tell the basics instruments, but refer you to a very informative webpage ... | |
| piloting | 10/26/2004 |
| Q: What kinds of technology is used in a piloting career? (school project) thanks for your time! A: What kinds of technology is used in a piloting career? Can you be a bit more specific? Or maybe ... | |
| gpa for pilots | 9/17/2004 |
| Q: i am a 16 yr old grl that would love to be a pilot. i just want to know if you can tell me what is ... A: I think you want to know about the grade point average one must have to get into an aviation ... | |
| Flight Career. | 9/13/2004 |
| Q: i live in Colombia. but i am available to travel to any country. thanks Jorge A: Jorge, Since you live in Columbia, your career options will be limited to where you can obtain the ... | |
| Airline pilots and academies | 8/22/2004 |
| Q: I am working on my private pilot license and I am considering being a pilot as a career. What do ... A: Geoff- "I am working on my private pilot license and I am considering being a pilot as a career. ... | |
| I am training in fixed wing aircraft | 8/19/2004 |
| Q: I am training in fisxed wing aircraft. The Piper Warrior and the Piper Arrow and wonder what kind ... A: Greg When you say you are training, is it for your commercial pilots license? I hope so, because ... | |
| Pilot Market | 7/29/2004 |
| Q: What is the market like right now for pilots? I'm not really interested in being a passenger ... A: Don "Pilot shortage" is a term many flight schools like to throw out. There never really is a ... | |
| careers | 7/14/2004 |
| Q: I am becoming a senior in high school and trying to figure out what I want to do afterwards. I know ... A: Kristi If you are interested specifically in piloting, I can give advice and have many resources I ... | |
| Caught in the crossfire | 7/9/2004 |
| Q: Dottie Norkus I want to thank-you in advance for taking the time from your busy day. My question is ... A: Samier Since you did not mention specific interview experiences, situations or questions I can't ... | |
| Hi dottie i am fifteen years... | 6/28/2004 |
| Q: i am intersested in becoming a pilot when i get older but nothing on the internet can answer my ... A: Samantha While I can't address the military route to becoming a pilot and a flying career, I know ... | |
| Airline or FAA regulations regarding religion | 6/17/2004 |
| Q: I have heard that there are regulations stating that if a pilot is a Christian, the co-pilot (or ... A: Howard I am afraid you have been misinformed. The FAA has no mandates or regulations on such ... | |
| academic requirements | 6/7/2004 |
| Q: my question is,what are the academic requirements for one who wishes to be a pilot,especially an ... A: American airlines require pilot applicants to have a 4 year/Bachelors degree. Some regionals only ... | |
| Re-career as an airport manager - or other? | 4/26/2004 |
| Q: Dottie: I am a private pilot who works as a computer consultant. I'm very interested in looking ... A: "What does it take to become an airport manager? What can I realistically expect to make at a small ... | |
| Becoming a pilot | 4/26/2004 |
| Q: My situation is, I am 30 years old, and I really want to make a change. I've always wanted to be a ... A: >>>Am I correct in guessing you work for a regional airline? Why yes I do! >>>I guess that is the ... | |
| Becoming a pilot | 4/24/2004 |
| Q: My situation is, I am 30 years old, and I really want to make a change. I've always wanted to be a ... A: Scott You say, "I've always wanted to be a pilot, and I feel it is the perfect career choice for ... | |
| Employment as an qualified artisian | 4/23/2004 |
| Q: i'd like to further my knowledge and make a career out of my trade but here unfortunitly this is not ... A: Jeffrey I live in the USA, so I am assuming you may have some interest in coming here to work by ... | |
| Flight Training | 4/16/2004 |
| Q: I am a women and interested in becoming a pilot. I live in New Jersey and see alot of flight schools ... A: Naana There isn't a standard to pick a school, really. They all must follow the same FAA guidelines ... | |
| airline career | 4/12/2004 |
| Q: I've been searching everywhere trying to determine which commuter airline to apply for. Which ... A: Ryan Since you are already flying "twin turbo props for a small 121 operation", what motivates you ... | |
| LOW time pilot looking for work. | 4/7/2004 |
| Q: Ms. Norkus, My question is a simple one to ask, but not so simple to find an answer. I currently ... A: "Simply put how do I get out of the rut of looking for a job to "build" hours and into that job?" ... | |
| Employment In Flying | 4/6/2004 |
| Q: Also I have my insturment rating and of the 3000 hours of PIC about 250 hours are actual IMC. My ... A: James, If you truly want to make a career change, then it is certainly possible to do it. No matter ... | |
| Can a 40 yr make a career change? | 3/24/2004 |
| Q: I'm a 40 yr old with a 20+ year computer background. I'm currently unemployed as my former employer ... A: John, If you truly want to make a career change, then it is certainly possible to do it. Not matter ... | |
| High school subjects and funding | 3/10/2004 |
| Q: I recently got my o'level results and did considerably very well attaining A and B grades,and i've ... A: Kudzie 1)I have started studying Math Chem and economics and wanted to find out if i could still ... | |
| Beggining a career in aviation | 3/9/2004 |
| Q: I am from Atlanta, Georgia and am seeking any information I can to get some sort of foot in the door ... A: "[I] am seeking any information I can to get some sort of foot in the door in the aviation business. ... | |
| career change | 3/7/2004 |
| Q: to become a pilot for hire, such as a commercial or corporate pilot. I'm currently working on my ... A: "...after i would like to find a good flight acadamy or school where i could finish the rest up and ... | |
| Best way to become regional pilo | 3/1/2004 |
| Q: I am a 37 year old male with no flight experience. I have been trying to figure out which way is ... A: Robert, Your situation sounds the same as a poster to the message boards at www.studentpilot.com- a ... | |
| Pilot Questionare | 2/27/2004 |
| Q: Mrs. Dottie Norkus, Hello, My name is Tasha and I have to interview some kind of pilot for school. I ... A: 1.What is a typical day like as a pilot? A 'typical' day varies greatly depending on who one works ... | |
| Airline Pilot requirements | 2/2/2004 |
| Q: I have 13 year old son who has wanted to be an airline pilot since he was 5. He is currently going ... A: Carolyn, I am not quite sure what the 'air cadets' program entails, but it sounds like he's at ... | |
| help for aspiring pilot? | 1/22/2004 |
| Q: Dottie, Hello, my name is Shawn Bailey. I would like to ask your advice on a career in aviation. ... A: Shawn It sounds as if you have been doing your homework. At least you have some knowledge already. ... | |
| Aviation Career | 1/19/2004 |
| Q: I am interested in getting started in aviation. I am thinking of getting my private pilots license. ... A: If you are interested in getting your Private Pilots License, then I encourage you to read my site ... | |
| Career in flying | 1/15/2004 |
| Q: I've been doing some research on schools for flying, but since there are many schools to choose from ... A: Leo Getting all your ratings is a costly endeavor to be sure, and the DCA is one of the costliest ... | |
| women pilot careers | 12/25/2003 |
| Q: I recently got interested in flying and thinking about a career in piloting. However, I've been ... A: Breanna Yes, at the present time there is a glut of pilots versus the positions available. However, ... | |
| Planning a career as a commercial pilot | 10/20/2003 |
| Q: I have no prior experience at all in piloting an aircraft, but i'm almost sure that this is the one ... A: Andrew This is the most common question I get- how to become a pilot- so I decided the best thing I ... | |
| SEL part-time aviation opportunities | 9/4/2003 |
| Q: I'm an instrument rated private pilot (SEL) who flys Beach Bonanzas for business/family tavel. I'm ... A: Bill Sorry, but this catagory of Experts doesn't seem to be generating notices to me. I had 4 ... | |
| i don't really know what you... | 7/23/2003 |
| Q: i don't really know what you can tell me, but here goes: i am enrolled to begin college soon as an ... A: Steven "i am enrolled to begin college soon as an aeronautical engineering major. i'm not that big ... | |
| Airline Employment | 5/26/2003 |
| Q: I hope you can help. My husband is soon to finish out his term in the Army, where he has been ... A: "...he has been working in the communications field. He has voiced an interest in working on the ... | |
| aviation employment services | 4/30/2003 |
| Q: I'm 28 yrs. old and I just graduated with a bachelor degree in aviation science. I have 1,150 hours ... A: Ryan In the present job market, there is really no 'quickest route' to a job. Pilots are clamoring ... | |
| College education and eye sight | 4/22/2003 |
| Q: My name is Edik and I am in high school. I have couple of questions. First does it make a huge ... A: Edik No, it really doesn't matter where you attend school or what subject you major in. Many pilots ... | |
| About being a pilot | 4/19/2003 |
| Q: I'm doing a research paper for my spanish class and I would like you to answer the following ... A: 1. Describe your work briefly. A First Officer is a pilot who assists the Captain with the duties ... | |
| Flight Scholarships | 4/9/2003 |
| Q: Dottie, I live in Greenwood, SC. I am a 36 year old mother of two, breast cancer survivor. I would ... A: Vickie There are very few scholarships available to student pilots (not in a university). Most are ... | |
| Career change | 4/8/2003 |
| Q: I have had a career as a film cameraman in the UK since the 70,s. However, I have always wished to ... A: Bruce Surely you can still become a pilot (if you have the money) but your chances of finding a ... | |
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Dottie Norkus
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I can address questions about airline pilot employment & entry level airline careers in the United States, women pilots, flight training, pilot certification, U.S. flight scholarships (mostly for women), aviation & airline safety topics, aviation accident investigation and airline operations. ***Please note, I cannot address flight training & career queries from outside the United States, or aero engineering degree programs/careers, aviation management topics. ****
Experience
U.S. Regional airline pilot with 15 years previous experience in airline ground operations. I have previously flown as a commercial skydive pilot and ferry pilot.
Organizations
International Organization of Women Pilots, Women In Aviation International, Aircraft Owners & Pilots Organization, Air Line Pilots Association
Education/Credentials
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University; Aviation Safety/Accident investigation.
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