A snapshot of a Pilot's Life: How to get from having a dream to having a career. Flying a fixed wing aircraft is definitely fun. Getting paid to do it is even better. For some people, it's their dream come true. Others refer to it as an office that travels, a view that's constantly changing and challenges that are exhilarating. A person who takes a multimillion dollar machine, takes it off the ground and then safely returns it - it's a fascinating accomplishment and admired by many people. Some wonder what it's like to be responsible for hundreds of lives or transport cargo that's worth millions. When passengers peek inside a cockpit, they are usually amazed by thousands of switches the multitude of dials and endless lights that indicate different things across the cockpit. Many people wonder whether all these switches, lights and dials are all really needed and whether every pilot knows exactly what each little switch does. Pilots are the focal point and person in charge of a team of highly trained professionals. They are the movie stars of the air transportation show, because they are the most visible people to the public, while most of the other team members remain "behind the scenes." Piloting is a serious business albeit a dream of a career. Many people are out to make a paycheck and chase after the illusive dollar, most Pilots are Aviators by heart, money is nice but secondary. Flight is what we dream about. This site is dedicated to the Aviatior. Whether you're on firm ground or long to be in the air. Piloting, as you will see, this job is not for everybody, but it is a uniquely thrilling and fascinating profession. |
