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MAYDAY! MAYDAY! MAYDAY! Share your story! Safety as a Priority **Finale of our series on great airline captains: Safety First.** Safety of flight is the cornerstone of every captain's responsibility and transcends all aspects of flight operations. Through rigorous hazard identification and mitigation strategies, we ensure that every flight meets the highest safety standards. When faced with irregular operations we do whatever is necessary to land the plane safely. Our ultimate responsibility is to ensure that every passenger lands as safely as they boarded. It's is all about the folks in the back! After all, isn't this why we became commercial passenger airline pilots? Commitment to safety means everything in aviation. ✈️ **Share a moment when a captain’s commitment to safety was evident on your flight.** Let’s recognize these unsung heroes in our comments! #AviationSafety #FlightSafety #SafeSkies #CaptainResponsibility #AviationExcellence #myfuelplanner 👍 Like | 💬 Comment | 🔁 Share | ➕ Follow us for more safety-first stories!

🌟 A Day in the Life of an Airline Pilot 🌟 Ever wondered what it takes to be an airline pilot? ✈️ From the moment the alarm rings to the last passenger disembarking, it’s a day filled with excitement, challenges, and unforgettable moments! Here’s a glimpse into our world: 🚀 Morning Briefings: Every day begins with thorough discussions about the flight plan and safety protocols with the crew. Teamwork is key! 🛫 Pre-Flight Checks: Safety first! Pilots conduct meticulous inspections to ensure everything is in perfect condition before takeoff. ☁️ In the Cockpit: The thrill of soaring through the clouds while navigating and communicating with air traffic control is unparalleled. Every flight is a new adventure! 🌅 In-Flight Experience: We monitor systems and prioritize passenger comfort, all while enjoying breathtaking views from 30,000 feet! 🛬 Smooth Landings: After a successful flight, it’s all about giving our passengers a warm farewell and a smooth transition back to the ground. Being an airline pilot is not just about flying; it’s about responsibility, dedication, and a passion for aviation! Want to learn more about this exciting career? Let’s connect! #Aviation #PilotLife #AirlinePilot #CareerInAviation #FlyingHigh #AviationEnthusiasts #DayInTheLife #AviationJobs #SafetyFirst

How long does it takes to become a Commercial Airline Captain? Promotion from First Officer (Co-Pilot) to Captain (Pilot) can take between 4 to 20 years after joining an airline, depending on the type of operation and the pilot's competency. To become a Captain of a commercial aircraft, you must log at least 1,500 flight hours and hold a full Air Transport Pilot's License (ATPL). However, in practice, most short-haul airlines require a minimum of 3,000 hours before considering pilots for promotion, although smaller regional turboprop carriers might require fewer hours. Given a maximum of 900 flight hours per year, it is possible to be promoted to Captain within 4 to 5 years at some airlines, particularly short-haul low-cost carriers that are expanding or have high pilot turnover. In contrast, at flag carriers, the time to promotion is typically longer due to limited expansion and lower pilot turnover. Meeting the hour requirement is just the beginning. The airline will then review your training record and performance before conducting a 'command assessment,' which may include an interview, a simulator check, or both. If you pass this assessment, you will enter a command course, but passing this course is not guaranteed, and many do not succeed. In conclusion, becoming an airline captain, depends on various factors, but the dedication and effort invested are ultimately rewarding, making it a highly fulfilling career milestone. #aviation #aviationindustry #aviationworld #airline #airlinepilot #pilotcareer #civilaviation

I think this is what it is going to take to solve the #pilotshortage. Air New Zealand is fully funding #pilottraining. Other parts of the #aviationindustry have already created their own #trainingprograms. And our competitors -- non aviation companies and their unions -- even pay for the training. Air New Zealand's first #pilotpathway: Mangōpare Pilot Cadetship is designed to inspire more individuals to pursue a career as a #pilot by reducing financial barriers, this cadetship complements existing pilot pathways, ensuring the airline can continue to meet future demand and avoid possible pilot shortages. https://lnkd.in/ejFGVx5j

How Much Do Private Jet Pilots Earn? Private jet travel has significantly increased in recent years. In the United States alone, a more than 23% increase in private jet flights has been recorded since the pandemic started. Besides celebrities and business tycoons, more and more company executives and individuals fly private jets thanks to the ultimate flexibility and convenience. The demand for private aviation pilots has subsequently increased in recent years. Trained and experienced pilots earn competitive salary packages when flying with private charter companies. This article examines how private jet pilot salaries compare to commercial and military aviation pilots. https://hubs.li/Q02rHvMD0 #aviation #jobs #careers #aviationjobs #aviationcareers #aviationindustry #hiring #jobopportunity #airlines #airports #airlinejobs #airportjobs

Expert Opinion: My Favorite Aircraft to Work On as Cabin Crew When you work as cabin crew, you spend a relatively long time onboard different aircraft - in fact we spend more time on the aircraft, than we do in our own homes! Cabin crew will always have their favorite aircraft and those that they hate. When I first started flying with British Airways, I worked on the Eurofleet and worked on the Airbus 319/320, Boeing 737, 757 and 767. I loved the twin aisle 767 as it also felt like you were going somewhere interesting, like Athens or Istanbul. The 319 and 320 were easy to work on and quite new at the time, but were nicknamed the 'scarebus'. The 737 I hated because they were very old, the doors were clumsy to operate and we had to manually attach/detach the slides. I then moved to what we called the 'Beach Fleet' which was mostly Caribbean routes out of London Gatwick and worked on the Boeing 747 and 777, which was a lot of fun. I then moved back to Heathrow and the Worldwide Fleet and the same aircraft plus the B767 again. My favorite was the B747 as it was such a huge aircraft, you always wondered how it could possibly take off. Watching the wings move up and down during the flight was fascinating. Sometimes I worked on the upper deck, which was business class, but it felt like working on a private jet. Mostly, I worked in the first class cabin. With another airline, I worked on the Airbus 330 and 340, but didn't like those, compared to the Boeings. The 747 was definitely the 'Queen of the Skies' and that with the 767 were my favorites to work on. What aircraft do you like to fly on (or work on, if you are crew) and why? #Aviation #SimpleFlyingThreads

Southwest Airlines has three balanced lived values: Warrior Spirit, Servant Heart, and Fun-Luving. This is the Fun Luving Value in Action. What would happen for people and profits if everyone in your company knew and lived according to your values? #corevalues #companyculture #funluvingvalue #livingthevalues #knowingthevalues

Yesterday was, supposedly, World Pilot Day (not sure who determines it's existence never mind the date it is celebrated) and World Flight Attendant Day is 31 May. Why is the airline industry so obsessed with singling out specific groups when the whole system is reliant upon all the cogs in it? Believe me, pilots and flight attendants don't function well when the scheduling team produce lousy rosters and the payroll team forget to pay salaries and allowances. And, from a safety point of view engineers, loaders, fuellers etc can all have significant impact in flight safety. World Airline Day celebrating the whole of the industry makes better sense (7 December is International Civil Aviation Day), if there is any sense whatsoever in "celebration days". The 'enforced' acknowledgement of specific groups, professional and demographic, suggetos people and leadership have lost the ability to recognise human value in real time. So, Happy World Airline Day to each end every person involved, directly or indirectly, in the airline industry. And Happy World Day to every single person in the world who contributes anything positive to humanity. <a href="https://lnkd.in/eWWDTZhY">Image by brgfx</a> on Freepik

🚀 Understanding Flight Duty Periods for Cockpit and Cabin Crew ✈️ As aviation professionals, we know that managing our time effectively is crucial for ensuring safe and efficient operations. Here’s a detailed look at the Flight Duty Period (FDP) and Duty Period (DP) for both cockpit and cabin crew, including transportation, reporting, briefing, and post-flight duties. Key Details: • Reporting Time: Typically 70 minutes before departure, but this can vary airline to airline and country to country. • Briefing Time: 10 minutes before flight • Flight Duty Period (FDP): Includes all flight-related activities • Post-Flight Duties: Tasks performed after landing Visual Breakdown: 1. Transportation Time: (both sides) 2. Reporting Time: Usually 70 minutes 3. Briefing Time: 10 minutes 4. Flight Time: Varies per flight 5. Post-Flight Duties: Wrap-up tasks This structured approach ensures that all crew members are well-prepared and can perform their duties efficiently, maintaining the highest standards of safety and service. Understanding these periods helps us stay organized and ready for every flight, ensuring smooth operations and top-notch service for our passengers. #Aviation #FlightDutyPeriod #CrewLife #AviationSafety #TimeManagement #CabinCrew #CockpitCrew #AirlineOperations

Did you know airline pilots need 1,500 flight hours before they can fly for airlines like Delta and American Airlines? These hours represent the amount of preparation it should take to do the job well. What do your preparation hours look like? How can you avoid being reactive and be proactive? What is one element of your work week you need to spend some time preparing for? Even if your prep time amounts to ten minutes of ‘white space’, how might this set you and your team up for success?