Jan ’03 - Dec ’03 Pilot Interview Stats

Aviation Information Resources, Inc. (AIR, Inc.) released its Jan ’03 - Dec ’03 Pilot Interview Statistics on Monday and the results are interesting to say the least.

The information published by AIR Inc. was taken from the database of pilots who interviewed between January 1 and December 31, 2003. The Pilot Interview Statistics, divided by military and civilian pilot background, help the interviewing pilot determine what qualifications a competitive candidate possesses in each category.

“According to our Jan ’03 - Dec ’03 Pilot Interview Statistics, civilian pilots make up 68% of those hired by airlines,” said Kit Darby, president of AIR, Inc. “The age range for civilian new-hires at the major airlines spans from 27 to 42 years-old, with the average age being 34.6  years and 5,419 total hours and 40.0 years and 3,205 total hours for pilots with a military background. Of those civilian pilots interviewed at the majors, 30% have corrected vision, 90% have a four year degree or higher, 90% have an ATP and 80% an FE written.”

"If the interviewing pilot is younger than average, or if they are starting a new career later in life, they need not have the average flight time or ratings to be competitive. “As future airline pilots approach competitive qualifications and experience levels, they must strive to be both patient and persistent to ensure they have the best chance at the job they want. In today’s job market, if they meet the minimums, they should apply,” Mr. Darby added. AIR, Inc. is forecasting up to 6,500 new airline pilot jobs in 2004 - up 40% over the 4,743 pilots hired in 2003.

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