Jose,
SkyWest and all the Regionals are very lenient when it comes to 4yr degrees since none is required.
Adam
Lets say I have a bachelors degree and than I go to ATP and fly my required hours. Do I have to start off at a regional or can I go to a major airlines right out of ATP.
Andrew,
You will absolutely need to go to a regional, regardless of whether or not you have a degree. The majors are the apex of commercial aviation, they want pilots with thousands of hours of flight time and college degrees.
Chris
Andrew,
Read through the FAQ section. If you still have questions, get back to us. https://airlinepilot.life/c/Ask-your-questions-and-get-real-answers-from-real-pilots/frequently-asked-questions
Tory
Andrew,
Let me ask you a question? As you said you have your degree, completed your training and built the required min hours, what would make YOU a better candidate than the thousands of Regional pilots out there who have everything you have PLUS 4 times the flight experience including flying jets for an airline?
Adam
Adam,
Thank you for the response.
Now, letās say I want to go for an associates in aviation first, and comes with PPL, IFR, CPL, CFI, CFII, MEI. While working for a regional like SkWest specifically, are lenient with me trying to finish the 4yr program and working at the same time ? Thanks
Jose,
Iām not really sure what you mean by lenient? While airlines will place restrictions on working certain jobs while employed as a pilot (other flying jobs, dealing crack, etc) what you do in your down time is up to you. Many pilots complete their degreeās while flying for Regionals but do so online which is fine. But if youāre asking if theyāll give you additional time off or something so you can actually attend school I assure you they will not.
Adam
Good day, Iām 18 and Iām taking the first few steps into my career in aviation , I would love a pilot in the U.S to help me out here, Iād love yo be a Commercial Airline pilot someday , do I or do I not NEED a degree???
Ismael,
You say āa pilot in the USā implying you are not? If you want to fly for a Major airline IN the US you will need a degree, for US Regional airline you donāt. If youāre planning on flying in your own country youāll have to check with the airlines in your area. If you would like to fly in the US know that before you can train you have to complete a very thorough background check and to work as a pilot you must be either a citizen or have resident status.
Adam
I am in the US , but what Iām asking is that for the Commercials , would I need a degree? Or not
Adam,
Thank you for the information. And yes, I was wondering if on the down time Iād be able to finish the degree, online of course.
Thanks
Jose,
The regionals will not be ālenientā to you because you are working on a degree, they will expect you to complete your job just like anybody else. However, you should have a decent amount of free time at the regional to work on your education. It will mean that you will not have the free time that your peers will and it will be hard work, but it is certainly doable.
Chris
Ismael,
Adam very clearly answered your question in his post.
Chris
Ismael,
Again Regionals do not require a degree. When it comes to the Majors, while most also donāt require a degree, they ALL prefer one. The question becomes youāve got 2 pilots. Both have all the same licenses, ratings and flight time, but only one has a degree. Meaning (in the eyes of the Major) that the individual has the ability to commit and complete a 4yr program which they ALL state again they prefer. So why would they hire the pilot without?
Adam
Kezley,
You will need to be a US citizen or permanent US legal resident to work as a pilot in the US or to train with ATP.
Chris
Kezley,
Yes, that is correct.
Hello Everyone,
I am currently studying at college and majoring in Computer Science. However, after a year of studying I realized that CS is not really my thing. I found an interest in Business and Economics but I am conflicted whether I should stay with CS (because a lot of people say its the safest bet) or move on to another major. So i was wondering if anyone can give me an advice ? Of course, my main question is does specific degree matter in terms of getting employed by a Major.
Thank you
Dan,
This question gets asked and answered daily. The Majors want a degree but donāt care the field. Study what you like.
Adam
Danil,
The majors are not at all concerned with your degree major, they just want to see a four year degree.
Chris
Hey @Yarden , does Skywest hire those without college degrees? Iām 29 years old now, wasnāt sure what I wanted to do after high school, lived in Germany and went to school out there for a bit, and due to practical means, I had to start working full-time right after high school. Anyways, Iām about halfway through instrument and hope to be airline ready in 18 months or so, and my plan was to start working on an online degree while working for a regional. I really donāt think I can add school ontop of my already heavy workload of flight training. Would love to hear your insight.