Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers
O*NET-SOC 53-2011.00 · interest code RCE
Pilot and navigate the flight of fixed-wing aircraft, usually on scheduled air carrier routes, for the transport of passengers and cargo. Requires Federal Air Transport certificate and rating for specific aircraft type used. Includes regional, national, and international airline pilots and flight instructors of airline pilots.
How this work is wired
O*NET rates every occupation 1-7 on six interest dimensions. This one leans Realistic — hands-on, physical, practical work with tools, machines, plants or animals — then Conventional and Enterprising.
Preparation typically needed
Job Zone 4 — considerable preparation — usually a four-year degree plus experience.