Deciding to Become a Professional Fixed-Wing Pilot

Deciding to Become a Professional Fixed-Wing Pilot

There are many reasons that our students decide to pursue becoming a professional fixed-wing pilot. Some students are interested in taking up a hobby later in life, now that the kids have moved out and the time is right -- they've waited for it to make good financial sense. Maybe it wasn't the right time earlier in life, for whatever reason. Or maybe they’re seeking a career change. Whatever the reason that you've sought to reinvent yourself as a pilot, you've chosen to do so at precisely the right time. The aviation industry is absolutely beating down our doors for new pilots. Upper Limit Aviation (1-855-HELIEDU) receives regular phone calls from top recruiters asking for our new student graduates. There is a huge pilot shortage. There are more planes than there are pilots available to fly them.

Professional Fixed-Wing Pilots are in High Demand

Across the globe, the entire aviation industry is in a period of sustained growth the likes of which have never been seen. It used to be that new pilots would have to toil away, waiting to be promoted to the good jobs. Now, many new pilots are graduating, picking up some hours, and heading straight for the best jobs available.

Our students are made up of both private pay students and also veterans who are using the benefits of the Post 9/11 GI Bill to receive a free or very cheap flight training education. There are many older veterans who may not realize that benefits of the Montgomery GI Bill may be able to provide them assistance as well. Our admissions counselors are experts when it comes to assisting veterans. Call 1-855-HELIEDU with any questions you may have.

With the prospects looking as they do for airplane pilots, we feel strongly that this is the best possible time for you to pursue flight training. We think that the industry conditions are favorable for a prolonged period of growth that exceeds any aviation industry historical examples. And it’s not just us, there are many industry vets who note that aircraft sales are on a pattern to rise for at least the next five years. Whether this is going to be a hobby, or a new career, help us help you to achieve success in the next phase of your life by calling 1-855-HELIEDU.