WHAT KIND OF By Captain Nathan E. Maki
You have decided that you want to become an airline pilot. Have you considered what other exciting roles airline pilots play within an airline? I have been traveling the country with AviNation Magazine for over a year now, talking with young leaders interested in or actively involved with aviation, just like you. There is so much more I would like to share. When you think about airline pilots, you probably imagine them navigating large jets through the sky, like the beautiful Boeing 777 or a sleek, brand-new Airbus 321Neo with winglets. But did you know that there are other exciting jobs for pilots within the airline that require much more than just flying skills? Flight-qualified airline pilots hold important jobs within an airline, each with specific responsibilities that ensure the safety, efficiency, and success of every flight. Not to mention, pilots help run the
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