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    Pilot and Flight Crew

    Pilots fly a variety of aircraft for a wide array of purposes. This can include airline transport, air cargo, corporate business, agriculture, and emergency medical services. Explore the links below to learn more about the different pilot careers and their unique roles.

    Pilot and Flight Crew

    Agricultural Pilot - Fly at low altitudes in order to apply pesticides, fertilizers or fungicides on fields.

    Airline Pilot - Navigate the flight of fixed-wing, multi-engine aircraft, usually on scheduled air carrier routes, for the transport of passengers and cargo. Includes regional, national, and international airline pilots.

    Flight Attendant - Provide personal services to ensure the safety and comfort of airline passengers.

    Flight Instructor - Teaches students to fly an aircraft utilizing ground instruction, a flight simulator, and through flights

    Helicopter Pilot - Includes piloting rotary aircraft for flight training, fire fighting, law enforcement, pipeline and utility support, sightseeing, executive transport, air ambulance, search and rescue, test piloting, and more.

    Unmanned Aircraft Operator - Responsible for the takeoff and landing, maneuvering, navigating, traffic and collision avoidance, monitoring onboard systems and weather, and communicating with air traffic controllers.

    You might be familiar with commercial pilots, but have you ever heard of a sport pilot? Learn more about the 6 Types of Pilots and Their Roles in this video. 

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