United Launches Industry-leading Program to Provide Active-duty
Highlights:
* New program gives access to First Officer jobs while candidates complete their military service
* Military pilots don't need an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate at the time of application but must complete all required flight training and certification prior to joining the airline
* United hired over 4,000 new pilots in the last 24-months and expects to add over 10,000 this decade
Under the terms of the new program, successful candidates must first take part in an interview and then complete all required flight training and certification prior to joining the airline. An important element of United's program is that candidates don't need to hold an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate (ATP) at the time of application. Instead, they can obtain their ATP before joining United - providing flexibility for service members, including starting at United when the time is right for them and their families.
'At United we are committed to investing in individuals who have served and are serving our country - whose military skills and background are invaluable to our airline,' said
Interested active-duty military pilots can learn more about the United Military Pilot Program and apply for the program here. Current or former military pilots who already meet United's mainline hiring requirements and are less than six months from availability, or already available, or are flying in the reserve component are encouraged to apply as a First Officer today.
Currently, United has over 16,000 pilots, including over 3,000 who have served or currently serve in
'As a former military pilot, I know firsthand how challenging it can be to transition to a civilian commercial pilot, but through this new program we're providing the necessary tools, resources, and support system to ensure a direct path to the United flight deck,' said United Captain
Other defined paths to the United flight deck
On top of the United Military Pilot Program, there are multiple paths to becoming a pilot at United depending on flight experience:
First Officer Hiring: This path is for experienced pilots who meet mainline hiring requirements, who are ready to fly for United now and do not need an alternate path or program.
United Aviate program: United's pilot career development program designed for pilots with their Private Pilot Certificate (PPL) who are either learning to fly or are building experience with an Aviate-participating university, flight school, Part 135 operator or
Unprecedented Growth
As part of the carrier's ambitious United Next plan, last December, United ordered more widebody aircraft than any
With this historic purchase comes unprecedented growth, including adding 50,000 new team members by 2026. Hiring well-qualified and talented pilots is a priority at United. Over the last 24 months, United has hired over 4,000 new pilots and expects to hire over 10,000 pilots this decade.
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