How to Write an Aviation Resume

Friday, February 04, 2022 at 12:40 PM ET

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A hiring manager may only have a few seconds to look at your resume, so make sure to pay attention to detail. [File Photo: Adobe Stock]

Key Takeaways:

Aviation resumes have distinct requirements, typically being a single-page, conservative document that prominently features pilot certificates, ratings, and flight time, unlike many other industries.
Meticulous customization is essential for each job application, including tailoring the objective, flight time details, and relevant experience to the specific employer.
Thorough proofreading, consistent formatting, and a professional presentation (e.g., readable fonts, PDF for online submission, quality paper for physical copies) are critical to making a strong first impression.

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Whether you’re just starting out in the industry or trying to land that dream job, having a clean, well-organized, and easy-to-read resume is crucially important.

Your resume is often the very first impression that a prospective employer (or admissions officer or scholarship committee) will get of you, and it’s worth putting in the time and effort to make sure their first impression is of an organized, intelligent, and procedure-detail-oriented person.