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airline pilot qualifications

To become an airline pilot, you need to meet several qualifications, including education, licenses, and flight experience. Here’s a general breakdown:

1. Educational Requirements

  • Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent (some airlines prefer a bachelor’s degree).
  • Recommended: Degree in aviation, aeronautical engineering, or a related field (not mandatory but helpful).

2. Pilot Licenses & Ratings

  • Private Pilot License (PPL) – First step, allows non-commercial flying.
  • Commercial Pilot License (CPL) – Required to work as a pilot.
  • Instrument Rating (IR) – Allows flying in low visibility.
  • Multi-Engine Rating (MER) – Required for airline operations.
  • Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) – Final qualification for airline captains.

3. Flight Hours Requirement

  • CPL: 150–250 hours (varies by country).
  • ATPL (Frozen): Required for first officer roles (theoretical exams passed, but experience still building).
  • ATPL (Unfrozen): Requires 1,500 flight hours (to become a captain).

4. Medical Requirements

  • Class 1 Medical Certificate (issued by aviation authorities, ensuring good vision, hearing, and overall health).

5. Additional Skills

  • Strong English proficiency (ICAO Level 4 or higher).
  • Multi-crew cooperation (MCC) training.
  • Good decision-making, communication, and teamwork skills.

Do you need qualifications for a specific country or airline?

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