More than 8,000 Southwest Airlines and American Airlines pilot hopefuls are believed to be affected by the data breach. [Credit: Shutterstock]
Key Takeaways:
Hackers gained access to more than 8,000 Southwest Airlines and American Airlines pilot applicants’ personal information following a security breach on April 30.
During the breach, details such as names, passport and social security numbers, and pilot license numbers were stolen from a Texas-based recruitment support company, Pilot Credentials.
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Amelia Walsh is a private pilot who enjoys flying her family’s Columbia 350. She is based in Colorado and loves all things outdoors including skiing, hiking, and camping.