With the airlines currently hiring hundreds of pilots each month, the next decade is shaping up to be incredible for experienced aviators searching for a cockpit job. Many think only of an airline career. But not every young pilot is thrilled at the idea of spending 30 years cruising at FL350 for hours on end, despite the chance to visit some exotic destinations.
U.S. Customs Needs Pilots
Key Takeaways:
- The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is actively recruiting Air Interdiction Agents to pilot both fixed-wing and rotary aircraft for varied missions, including preventing illegal border crossings and interdicting narcotics or weapons.
- CBP faces an immediate need for 60-100 pilots and anticipates 50% of its 1,200-strong pilot workforce will retire within the next 5-8 years, creating significant and urgent career opportunities, particularly for rotary-wing aviators.
- To qualify, pilots must possess a commercial certificate with 1,500 total hours (including 75 night and 75 instrument), and successful candidates can expect a rigorous hiring process, a starting salary of $78,000, and comprehensive training.
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