I sometimes take for granted how difficult it was to find the information I needed to get into aviation. As a first-generation pilot with little general aviation background, most of my knowledge about the aviation industry came from secondary sources or the internet. For someone who wanted to work professionally as a pilot, and in light of how costly training can be, I wish I had more insight about what I was getting into ahead.
While I generally write to pilots, sometimes I get feedback from would-be pilots seeking to learn how and where to get into the industry. At a surface level, if you asked someone randomly their idea of what avenues are available to pilots, they’ll point to the airlines or the military. Still, anyone in aviation long enough knows there are endless options.
