When Scott McCall was a kid growing up in California, his favorite pastime was flying a Lear 45 on Microsoft Flight Simulator. “My friends were playing Grand Theft Auto, and there I was in the simulator flying across the world,” he says. Scott’s parents recognized his interest in aviation and bought him two introductory flights. “Both of those put everything in motion for me wanting to start flying myself.”
Scott McCall: Living His Childhood Flight Sim Dream
Key Takeaways:
- Scott McCall's passion for aviation began in childhood with flight simulators and parental support, leading him to diligently pursue a pilot career despite financial challenges.
- He worked his way up by balancing a computer engineering degree with self-funded flight lessons, progressing through flight instruction, a regional airline captaincy, and ultimately achieving his dream job at Delta.
- McCall emphasizes that aspiring pilots must be self-driven, work hard, continuously learn, and maintain a good professional reputation, recognizing the industry is not a quick process.
- His background in computer engineering complements his interest in understanding the complex mechanics of modern aircraft and the use of advanced simulators for training.
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