Summary Airplane Pilot in Canada
Find key facts and figures about working as an airplane pilot. The following information is applicable to all Air pilots, flight engineers and flying instructors (NOC 72600).
Description
Air pilots fly fixed wing aircraft and helicopters to provide air transportation and other services such as crop spraying and aerial surveying. Flight engineers assist air pilots with monitoring, troubleshooting and maintenance of aircraft systems and with pre- and post-flight inspections. Flying instructors teach flying techniques and procedures to student and licensed pilots. Air pilots, flight engineers and flight instructors are employed by airline and air freight companies, flying schools and by other public and private sector aircraft operators.
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Requirements
College or apprenticeship
This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of 2 or more years, or experience working in a supervisory occupation.
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Wages
$50.00/hour
Median wage in Canada
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Prospects
Varies
The job prospects vary across Canada depending on the province or territory.
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Jobs
51 jobs
advertised in Canada
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Competencies
- Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment
- Operation and Control
- Digital Literacy
- Instructing
- Monitoring
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