Commercial Airline Pilot | What I do & how much I make | Part 1 | Khan Academy

Angelo talks about his work and compensation as a commercial airline pilot and other opportunities in the field. This video is part of a new series on Khan Academy covering the responsibilities, requirements, and financial aspects of careers.
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[@RiverDogRun]

After being a doctor for 24 years, I am switching career to aviation. My entire family consists of all pilots. I’ve already passed my first class medical certificate and I’m training to get my private license.

[@gregmckiney3072]

So how are you doing now?

[@bobbythomas2177]

Of all the videos that I have seen regarding the job as an airline pilot, this video disclosed more information than any of the previous vids I have watched. Many of them will hint at who they work for, what they make, and the perks, and attribute the vagueness to the airline that employs them(and it's not a jab at any of them either). Quick, succinct, and informative. Thanks!

[@yingvang3191]

Just saw him pass me at SFO. He’s know a delta FO. Congrats

[@jameswikstrom4174]

Excellent presentation on the life of a Commercial Pilot. As with any profession, you start at an entry level position with a Regional and gradually work your way up to flying for a Major Carrier based on your performance. If all goes as planned, you find yourself in the right seat of a 737 or similar aircraft. Upon completion of your apprenticeship as a First Officer, you are eligible for promotion to Captain where you hopefully remain until retirement! Pay and benefits are excellent but be prepared for strenuous preparation obtaining the necessary ratings until the opportunity comes along! It is quite demanding to become a Commercial Pilot but the rewards are well worth the sacrifice!

[@brooklynegwame6939]

i have always dreamt of being a pilot and i hope my dreams comes to reality.

[@klyzl]

you can do it trust in yourself!! it's been a year since you commented this I hope you're closer to reaching your goals💕💕

[@benzo-diazepine]

its been two years! I hope you are doing well and closer to achieving your dreams!

[@SirSnipington]

I wonder now how you’re getting on. I know so many people who want to become pilots and they really do have the ability and skill to become one but the training costs are so high that a lot of people don’t do it. Maybe that’s why they have a global shortage of pilots

[@AngusMcAlister14]

getting off youtube shorts would be a start...

[@40441gogo]

@@AngusMcAlister14 what? Boy get your life together!

[@Rakim8]

‘my girlfriends’. I caught that bruh 😂

[@gregoryrobinson4882]

😂😂😂 RIGHT. Was scrolling to see if I was the only one!!!

[@Alex-bb1xn]

Rakim8 nope, he said “girlfriend”.

[@vincelam1998]

LOLOLOL

[@JaiieF10]

Rakim8 I was just coming to type that. Ohhh she mad now😂😂😂

[@retekpeti1649]

He said girlfriend

[@rifletwist]

From someone who has done flying before...GET IN THE COCKPIT A.S.A.P. to see if flying is what you not just want to do, but want to do as a career. Go up with different instructors at different times and with different aircraft to get a feel of different aircraft and different instructor personalities. DO A POWER ON STALL at least a couple of times and overcome that fear of falling and losing control of the aircraft. You have my absolute word in front of God that being in a cockpit flying is a completely different world that requires you to absorb every grain of it and the flying environment takes times to really get used to...VERY IMPORTANT...Get a college education AND in a major that makes YOU happy...NOT anyone else. You do NOT need to major in engineering or math either.

[@PylotGuy]

So if I get my CPL and log 1,500 hours I won’t be able to get a job with a major because I don’t have a college education ?

[@dowdyjackson5499]

By far the best video I've seen describing the day in the life of a commercial pilot.

[@shadynastybacaw3789]

1:53 girlfriend(s) fly for free. I guess when you a pilot, one of the perks is having a girl in every area code :)

[@r_2the_ichard]

Why was this filmed on an old 727?

[@Androidandmore101]

seeing the flight engineer seat made me think for a second lol.

[@axelsflightsimulation]

Rolf C. Even just the cockpit’s panels lol (and 3 throttles cuz I thought it was an older 73 at first)

[@TheodorKK]

nope...

[@kgersemi261]

*Maya* A 737 dont have 3 Engines. You have to learn!

[@rfresh1011]

That aircraft might be the one that the school uses and trains on. I checked the Compass Airlines website and it says they don't have any B-727 aircraft, so I'm thinking this guy made the video at the school in a school aircraft.

[@stevelogan5475]

I ' m retired , but i know some young regional air pilots who are not even making a living wage, you are doing well at 90,000.00, especially first officers.

[@exaghost]

Regional pay has gotten much better in the past few years. Starting off your first year typically around $39 an hour and a $15,000-20,000 signing bonus. I know the pay way horrible before the 2010s

[@bilal1.z]

Exa Ghost how much a year nowadays?

[@exaghost]

You can expect your first year salary about $40,000. That doesnt include your bonus so bonus included about $60,000 your first year. Then about $42,000 your second year and then by that time you should be upgraded to captain making about $50,000-60,000 a year. Only going up from there.

[@exaghost]

Once you get to a major as an FO, your first year salary is around $80,000 (If you go to a legacy carrier) and your second year about $135,000 (If you are at a legacy carrier)

[@bilal1.z]

Exa Ghost I'm 16 right now, going to 11th grade (high school) I have 2 years left. I started thinking about being a pilot and I think it's the job I want it and the job I'll like. I live in the USA. I'm taken Physics, English, and math right now, and ofc Chemistry. I passed English, math and geometry last year (th10 grade) I did really good. If I keep it up and I get A's or B's On all the subjects I said above, will I be able to be a pilot? If yes then do i still need to go to college and study Math, Physics, and science?

[@stormtroopercommander7947]

I don't think compass flies 727s XD he must have felt pretty silly pretending hes getting ready to fly a musuem 727

[@herrjonna2007]

I love that 727, specially how the knobs just hangs loose from the overhead haha ^^

[@marilyn3583]

Love the 727. A classic workhorse. A plane that makes you actually FLY it.

[@Rising92]

Compass didn't let you film in their plane? Haha

[@PInk77W1]

Super awesome captain. Good job !!!!

[@rfresh1011]

You forgot to mention your third crew member, the Flight Engineer! That's a B-727 jet right?

[@hellothere9262]

Ralph Freshour I imagine he flies a newer plane and does not have a flight engineer, but they used the 727 because then they didnt have to take time out of a new plane they need to make money with.

[@rfresh1011]

Yes, I realized that after I posted...I think you are correct about that.

[@benc1103]

I guess the only plane available for filming was a B-727. The FE panel brings back good memories of the legacy days.

[@zerotwo9697]

So its fine to use glasses my friend said i can't use glassaes to become a pilot I almost lose my hope ALMOST But i will try my best to achive this dream

[@kyleg.3607]

You can wear glasses or contacts as long as your vision gets corrected to 20/20. 😊

[@Gamerboy-gy1rl]

I used to want to do this but now I'm a AVIATION ENTHUSIAST I wanna be a firefighter now

[@Ryan-sw4xy]

1. Hes in a 727. Compass doesn't operate 727s 2. Flying is your first priority. 3. Legacy pilots earn far more than 250k. 4. Why is he walking down some random street in uniform? 5. Wtf

[@thevinh19892000]

4. So, you have to be nude outside.

[@LMays-cu2hp]

Very nice. Fly safe always. Happy Holidays to you.

[@colossal8867]

Seen 90k a year at 29 years old I'm 25 and only make 50k doing construction.

[@Calx91]

can I hit 2 subscribers that’s still good for your age and remember an airline pilots schedule usually sucks

[@marilyn3583]

If you are looking into commercial flying as a means to up your paycheck then flying isn't for you. A pilot has to have a real interest in aviation and a love of flight. A beginning first officer on a regional airline amakes less than a teacher's salary.

[@Matt-Adams]

Rangel legnar not true. First years make 60-75k

[@marilyn3583]

For regional? Wow. Our meteorology instructor at TSTC in Waco flew for a cargo carrier and claimed he made only 25k so he supplemented be being a teacher at the school. But that was in 2002.

[@Clipper1094]

Rata 4U I agree but flying cargo for FedEx or UPS is one of the best airline jobs you can get, if you get in there you're pretty much set for the rest of your career. If you said he couldn't get a job with a regional airline then that would be surprising and worrisome. The biggest thing in the industry is hours, you need at least 1,500 just for regionals to look at you so that could also be one of his problems.

[@MD88Pilot]

For all of you young guns that want to become pilots. START EARLY. Use scholarships to your advantage and study! You will have a horrible time becoming a pilot if you start out in your 20s. Debt will be a thing if you dont think wisely. He is right; there are pilots that make 300k a year and even though you start out at around 15-80k a year, airlines have HUGE hiring bonuses for new pilots because of a pilot shortage so make sure to start young!

[@tonystark-gx7tx]

What is the cheapest and less time-taking route of starting the journey to become one? thanks

[@MD88Pilot]

tony stark Well it really depends on where you are. If you are in the states, I would recommend joining Civil Air Patrol as it will provide a much cheaper way to soloing and earning your PPL. Also if you do good in school which is a MUST. You can apply for scholarships that will quite literally pay for your flight training, so you can earn your PPL or even more like additional ratings. If you are older I would consider joining the military as a reserve or officer (Air force obviously) You will get a certain amount of flight hours per month with them as it is required.

[@aidanverastegui5068]

Hi, I was just wondering if it is a smart move to go to college and major in something that isn’t related to aviation and then go to flight school after? I have college paid for already so all I’d really need to worry about is the cost of flight school. I’m asking this because I know that the majors don’t care what you study in college as long as you have a bachelors (for most) and maybe it would be a good idea to have something to fall back on. Thanks

[@MD88Pilot]

Aidan Verastegui It is better to start early. It is much easier that way. like I said, get scholarships and pay for it that way instead of being an adult with a decent paying job not only paying for student loans but bills and flight training.

[@dieprideman]

You won’t have a horrible time if you start in your 20’s...finished my degree at 22 than did flight training which took another year to acquire all of my ratings. Right before my 25th birthday I met my hiring minimums and got a FO position at a regional. My training class had about 30 guys ranging between the age of 24 and 40 for the career changers. You need to be at least 23 to be eligible for your ATP anyway. I would say get a college degree in a field outside of aviation first before investing in flight training in case your medicals get revoked or you can’t fly anymore and have to do something else. Aviation is expensive to enter and fiscal conservatism is always encouraged. In the US pilot pay is steadily rising so most pilots shouldn’t have an issue managing their money unless they’re stupid. Also it is NOT recommended to join military if you’re older there’s an age limit. Scholarships almost don’t exist in aviation mostly small grants that won’t even cover a ppl it’s almost all private or school loans. If you aren’t a pilot don’t give out false information.

[@RickTorn]

This is an excellent video. Thanks!

[@BxCortez2050]

great job good to see you as a pilot

[@jacobpaul9254]

very informative! great job

[@tyronethomas788]

I am a kid and know a lot about aircraft because I want to be a pilot but they are all right

[@alexandermonta3542]

Sir, Inspiring... Galing mo! I wonder if you give can me some good advice where to start.

[@sasha-01]

15k starting wages is living in poverty!

[@bobsaget6252]

Sasha FlyPlaneGuy *50k

[@alvingeroy3242]

He said 15.

[@MindDrip]

$15k is above the poverty line, which is $11,770

[@queenbbyx_9699]

Deadass !!

[@Jake-gb9nj]

To be fair think how much airliners spend on you getting your certs

[@essel23fly]

90k in LA is like 40k in Mississippi

[@bige6560]

Note:getting your commercial license costs around 30k doallers including ifr rating and atp

[@24556136]

I’m 28 almost 29 and I have a bachelors degree in business management but would love to start flying? Is it too late for me? I live in South Florida. Palm beach county. I would like to know the cheapest and fastest way to get me to become a pilot !

[@sonagi47]

Do you have to have a BA to become a successful commercial pilot?

[@giob1232]

How long have you been flying commercially?

[@amenchoudhury8036]

how old is that plane lkl

[@sg618342]

What he said about flight benefits isn't totally true. The employee from 1 airline doesn't get to fly for free on another airline. Most airlines do offer very good discounts to other airline employees but it's only if space is available. The airlines own employees do get priority, so it can be very difficult in that case to find a seat.

[@mbekka1]

how long it took u to get the job ? 1500h rs where ? as an instructor

[@znrctrnn]

I like regional jets as you can get off quicker. Beverage service has been faster as well.

[@redleader]

Im going to point out that they are filming in an old Boeing 727...Im sure nobody has noticed and commented on that yet....

[@b-dog3828]

Yeah not sure why they did that. According to Wiki they fly Embraers E-jets exclusively.

[@MagMan4x4]

I noticed that as well.

[@4LeeAbraham]

Nobody noticed? Seriously?! I noticed it right from the beginning. I guarantee you most of the viewers of aviation videos are avgeeks and would notice it right away.

[@kewiwarmi30]

No it's a Boeing

[@hundsam2929]

4LeeAbraham I’m one of those average and don’t know about cockpit airlines

[@mikeyriley8959]

Round dials? If you don’t have (RNP 1) you can’t get in and out of major airports

[@mikeyriley8959]

Sccratlanta you will be cleared via a star, in the notes it will say RNP1. Maybe if it's 2am, and nobody is out there, then you will be accommodated. You also need to be able to navigate directly to waypoints, VOR DME will not do. Same thing with sids.

[@mikeyriley8959]

Sccratlanta No US airlines have round dials anymore, with the exception of maybe (Trans Air and Sulchuck, sp?)out of Alaska and Hawaii. That's because you need to be able to get in and out of any major airport at anytime of the day or night. If it is busy, forget it. See if you can fly into incheon with a Cessna 402.

[@mikeyriley8959]

Sccratlanta I said major airports, sorry.

[@kaibr]

Why is he in a mcdonnaldouglas and saying its commercial?

[@janlockhart2846]

It took one lesson for me to know I can't handle turbulence. I love watching these videos, but I'm keeping my engineering job. I am quite jealous though. May continue the lessons.

[@leandrotan5149]

Are you Filipino?

[@linajuskiene2861]

Love it ♥️

[@LiikeAralleyrace]

I have a question, after flying in airplane, do you just take another plane back home or have to wait awhile. Or do you fly the plane back again

[@geletmote]

are you serious, what kind of a question is that, omg how do you not know the answer to that?? Lol only joking I dont know either, thats a good question.

[@mahdirida8166]

Hellow I'm a Lebanese girl I wish to become a pilot but financially I'm zero Please can a person become a pilot then pay from his work

[@epiccars5440]

Yup

[@DJ-nomadlife]

I dont know about other countries ,but if you are US resident then YES , you get loans from government .

[@epiccars5440]

Indian government do help pilots

[@hundsam2929]

Epic Cars but they need to be Indian citizens to be part of the program

[@prashayparbhoo6577]

Good job bro

[@faisalhamzahaqbien3407]

Mate can you please tell about the educational requirement. Can some be an international commercial pilot without being batchular and just start from the basic courses.?

[@Die4dutch2]

Faisal Haqbeen Depends on the region where you wanna work. For example, many airliners in the U.S.A have implemented that you need a college or university degree in order to be their pilot. However, in europe with most airliners you don’t have too. As far as i know atleast. Hope it helped

[@alimujtaba7835]

The basic requirement for becoming a pilot is to join a flight school first and in order to get admission in a flight school you must have done ur HIGHSCHOOL in maths and physics

[@airline.pictures]

What Airplanes was that, because it had 3 throttles, the chin looked bare, and there was a flight engineer, and Delta, and American don’t fly those types of airplanes.

[@Vatsek]

Angelo, remember to be safe, fly low and slow, a grandmother's advice.

[@v1rotate391]

Vatsek flying low and slow gets many people killed yearly. Low altitude and low airspeed can be a deadly combination.

[@Ryan-sw4xy]

Low and slow lol that's how people die

[@wes6749]

WOW, some people are just misinformed!! Bet none of these guys are pilots. Well let me clarify. Right know theres a pilot deficit, its all in the regional and CFI slots. Basic pay of 15k is a thing of the past. CFI entry is at least 30k a year with regionals "ATP" minimums 50k a year. Please DM me if you have your CFI or ATP minimums and ill send you directly to recruiters that are willing to pay that much or even more. Stop this BS of 20k or less a year. If you currently work for a company or regional that pays that much give me the name and/or school you currently work for verification!! Its funny how many people dont state the airlines/flight school that pay that little. Oh and by the way, the general rule of thumb for airline pilots go "if you arent wiling to relocate to a base of operations for that dream job then forget about pay" Thanks and hope this helps aspiring pilots!!

[@scottpine9786]

Wes where can I contact you?

[@wes6749]

Scott Pine [e-mail]

[@LiikeAralleyrace]

Wes base of operations? What is that?

[@fernandobrito6126]

Thank you so much for this comment, for i was actually nervous that that’s how much they pay.

[@wes6749]

Shelby Jean it’s basically as the name applies “base of operations”. Airlines usually have bases in strategic locations. For example American Airlines has bases of operations in KDFW, KMIA, KLAX, KJFK, and KORD. These bases act as “hubs” to which flight “generally” start/end. If you want more information on where airlines bases are located please go to pilotcareercenter.com for more info.

[@purple9rain]

Hello, thank you for this great video! God bless you for all you did, I'm really impressed and proud for you!😃 May you go far and beyond and fulfilling your dreams!😀 I have a question if you don't mind to share your opinion. My brother got his Commercial Pilot License and Multi Engine Pilot License from Epic in Florida, and 250 flying hours. He finished in December 2020, and since then has done nothing and only applied to 1 or 2 jobs online and said he couldn't find anything. And he keeps telling us we don't understand how it works and he cant get a job now with what he has. But we feel he can, but he is not trying hard enough. We his family are very frustrated. Thank you.

[@Peace-i7w]

I would feel safe if he was the pilot flying the plane I'm on.

[@javacup912]

Fairly old video considering you are on a 727 and by the avionics, looks like a -100. One of your resoposibilities and you crew, is to operate the airplane, not just fly the airplane since your FO can also fly. In any event, I hope by now you have moved on to better equipment and with a major, if you choose to.

[@sreesreekanthferb2781]

How much cost it takes to become a pilot...??

[@pilot.valerio]

The Pilot's Guide book 📙

[@ankitshende8800]

How is a wearing specs???

[@sakshigautam467]

sir I am from commerce student so how can I become a commercial pilot..

[@hundsam2929]

Sakshi Gautam yes u can

[@gilbogilbertful]

Thank you

[@eduardom3682]

I’m a Junior in high school Don’t know what to do for a job career 😰😰 first I wanted to a pilot, then I change my mind now I wanted to be a engineer working on a oil rig...after this video now i think I want to be a pilot, idk.....and I’m running out of time plus I’m going to join the military so that they can pay for my college.... IM RUNNING OUT OF TIME😰😰. Can you guys help 1=pilot 2=working on a oil rig

[@exaghost]

I was in a postion much like yourself. (I graduated 2017 from high school) I had no idea what I wanted to do but if you do wanna fly, GO RIGHT TO A FLIGHT SCHOOL. Just because in the airlines seniority is the only thing that matters. Get into a regional airline as fast as you can then worry about the college degree. Right now Im a MEI/CFI/CFII and its working out great for me. On track to be at the airlines shortly after I turn 21

[@uncleruckus2867]

engineer more stable more money less training more time off

[@exaghost]

More money?? There are senior airline pilots that make $500k a year and work 2 trips in a month. Maybe it's more training to be a pilot but it doesn't even feel like training cause its fun. And more time off being an engineer?? Don't they work 40 hours a week? An airline pilot can only fly at the most 100 hours a month and 1,000 hours a year. thats a lot less time then going to a boring 9-5 job monday-friday

[@uncleruckus2867]

engineer on oil rig is usually 2 months on 2 months off on a ship its 4 on 4 months off and 500k are you insane? not even in aus dollars ! look at 15 year captain with jet blue , virgen usa 220 dollars an hour 1000 legal per year = 220k plus some per diem bonuses maybe 250k a year china about same 2 trips a month equals 100 hours ? and to make that big bucks will take at least 20 years\ NO guarantee look at BLS web site for pilot job predicition next 10 years "in lower wage regionals there will be job opportunities but those applying to major airlines will face stiff competition its like a kid playing little league "keep practicing johnny someday you'll play 2nd base for the yankees" yeah its possible but not likely dude do whatever ya want if i were 18 id go in army and be a truck driver for 3 years gain experience come out at 21 and start making 80k a year while you are still in college

[@hdcontents6688]

I want to be a pilot but I feel like it’s difficult for me

[@S.E.M.876]

HD كاس العالم nothing is difficult if you have a special love for it and put your mind to it

[@echolitis]

I feel the same thing.

[@bilal1.z]

Stephanie Matheson same I am into it but I feel like if I try and spend all the money for it, I'll fail..

[@S.E.M.876]

@@bilal1.z understood. I by no means have money for this. The school I am applying to thankfully allows me to work and fly at the same time. I refuse to take out a loan this early. With that being said. You have to push yourself because you will regret it if you dont. Sometimes I get discouraged when I think about it but I try to look at the light at the end of the tunnel. So my friend do not be discouraged and dont entertain any thoughts of failure. We are all in this together 🙂

[@bilal1.z]

Stephanie Matheson I have money too.. well not me but my dad has money, he said he will help me and pay and ofc I work and pay. I'm half Arab and half British, Arab dad help their kids and will do anything (that's what my dad said haha) I'm 16 right now, 17 in 3 months. Just started high school last week. I'm taken English, science, math, and physics right now. I have a couple of questions.. did you go to college? If no then should I go to college and get a degree on Physics math and science or English or go to a flying school? Or do both?

[@nygouchol8929]

What is the 401k for ?

[@joyjoyoo]

Nygou Chol pensions

[@buko5741]

Any tips how to become a pilot.? Is there any scholarship?

[@thatonellamawhoissoobsesse8138]

Commenting to get a reply

[@Da-Creams]

Aviate, navigate, communicate

[@javar888]

Spent 20 years flying, left the industry 15 years ago. The money when I stated was 1k to 500. Dollars per month IF you got paid.Big IF . Gradually it got better , but I decided to make various investments over my career and work at those endeavours and leave bus driving\flying, ; for something more in line with my university academics. I ended up flying a 737 in the end . Let me assure you flying for an airline is a crap job. Pilots were treated as disposable tampons over the last 25 years - hence the predicament today. Seems glamorous, but it’s a huge grind. If the economy turns , your let go. HR run most airlines today. Yes there are some huge money flying for Arab airlines , BUT- have you ever worked for an Arab? Nightmare!!! Find better options if you can.

[@bilal1.z]

JamesatVancouver that was 15 years ago though, it's 2018 now ..and Arabs are cool, don't believe the internet.

[@ahmedtofigh2951]

yo, boy! don't dissrespect my people like that, just because ur american ass didn't succed don't mean u can call it a bad job. Don't be so closeminded, u worked 15 years ago.

[@hundsam2929]

Golez y it happens until now listen to those who work as flight attendants they said it’s not equally treated and treat them slaves

[@sangeetsongs7191]

Sir,what are the general cause (s) of crash?

[@hundsam2929]

MANOJ KUMAR just research it and you’ll find it here

[@merrittevans2003]

I like how this airplane has fire sprinklers LOL Things have changed A LOT since I was at a regional... 90k WOW!

[@yucheng3054]

Most of my pilot friends got laid off during COVID-19.

[@davronnie1]

How do You pay your rent and how do you fund your 401k

[@jesterd14]

How many of you remember Colgan Flight 3407 that crashed in Clarence NY back in 2009? The co-pilot made just over $17,000 the previous year and was working a second job at a coffee shop. The Captain made just over 50K. If you go to these private flight schools the regionals who hire you know that pilots are desperate to build hours and experience and they can pay low because pilots will take it. Jet Blue has a hiring program now for potential pilots. Very selective.

[@exaghost]

Regional pay is much better now. Starting off your first year between $35-39k and with a signing bonus of about $20,000.

[@uncleruckus2867]

truck drivers make 70 to 80 look at indeed com and company will pay training 2 weeks ! avoid the 7 years of hard work study loans etc its only for fools!

[@exaghost]

Yeah but driving a truck is a lot more work and your working longer hours driving a truck and not getting paid as much. Once you make it to a major airline, your second year pay is $135,000 and there has never been a time in the history of aviation when there has been a better time to fly for an airline. And where are you getting 7 years of hard work from?

[@uncleruckus2867]

4 years of college and 3 years to build up your time for atp = 7 years and cfi is dangerous i know 3 instructors who were killed in accidents how many years to make to a major ? ya think you can just waltz in ? and no major pays 135 k after second year! read this www.airlinepilotcentral.com/airlines/legacy/delta_air_lines starting pay delta 60k you are so iinformed did you got to allatps ? they are really good at selling and brainwashing dreamers

[@jesterd14]

Uncle Ruckus ha, sure they do. Average pay is about 33k a year for the first couple years. And you’re working 80 hours a week. And that’s why there is a huge shortage of drivers. I drove for 7 years, best years about 65k.

[@grullord]

Thanks

[@wb6she]

Well explained Captain, thanks!..Fly safe..

[@Jetfuture737]

Salary range is inaccurate...but otherwise a very well done video.

[@thatonellamawhoissoobsesse8138]

How much is it if you don't mind me asking?

[@badghoul]

Yeah ya can't say that and then leave us all hangin, guy! Please elaborate.

[@Jetfuture737]

@@badghoul I'm not going to go into detail, but suffice to say that his estimate of $250,000 for a major airline Captain is much lower than anyone at my major airline earns. I've flown with FO's who have earned much more than that. Most people would be in shock if they heard what some of our top earners hit (takes a lot of seniority, desire, and know-how to reach those levels).

[@danniepushkin5849]

Whats with the 72 homs? Decided to dream a little? ;)

[@uminhtetoo]

😂 Fake News!! 2:51 Cars pass by 😝 Please don’t let the real pilots down! Come on! If you wanna be the real pilot, do put efforts to earn that pilot uniform!!

[@luzippolito1530]

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[@Lucrsaintgenies]

Why was this in a old 727? And why was flying the aircraft his last responsibility??? It should be second to safety. As a pilot your job is to fly the airplane safely

[@jamestorrentera]

Compass airlines closes its door starting next month

[@kingslate1]

Khan Academy?

[@villafontananorte]

I don't think he is making $90,000 when he is 29 years old. Usually, you have to have A LOT of experience and you would not be flying on a 737 by then. A 60k income is compresensve with his age.

[@hundsam2929]

Just Go North! Maybe he was a teacher that build more hours to fly with your students

[@Yanipaninii]

Is he filipino?

[@uncleruckus2867]

no

[@pca-papercraftaviation7066]

Is this some fake pilot this doesn't seem so legit

[@bige6560]

Note: it takes a few years to become an airline captain

[@hundsam2929]

Jay Doscher few years and more hours

[@huyaogia4922]

I thought Pilot cant short eye

[@joshnadas7930]

Sir I am a malayali from kerala I want to know what is bachelors degree and what l study after bachelors degree pls reply

[@MattCampbelification]

U need 1st grade nigga

[@mike_js2936]

That looks like Santa Monica Airport at the beginning.

[@lastbrawler810]

MD 11?

[@IceMan-il7dx]

Hmmmm.....I'd feel safe.

[@iRxyanDestinygtaandmoreL]

Theres a qantas captain that makes 525k a year

[@hundsam2929]

iRx Destiny for how long to reach that paycheck and maybe you need to be a Australian citizen

[@Vincent20309]

Yeah but they probably fly the 19 hour mega routes with the A350 and have 30+ years of experience

[@montewalker]

A pilot with glasses...never seen that before

[@John-sx7jc]

I want to be a pilot

[@papichulo7592]

How to be a pilot 101: You need Money

[@pilot41186]

why didn't you film on your plane? seriously man and you can take a picture on your plane as well as video all he would have had to do is make a call to the chief

[@rampar77]

A pilot s not allowed to take photo or video on company plane. I am surprise he earned $90,000. That would be the top rate for a 10 year Captain in U.S. commuter airline. A first year officer would start at $30,000 - $40,000 in 2018.

[@pilot41186]

well then your working at the wrong carrier.

[@2sheetstothewind484]

How many hours do you work a week? Is lodging and meals paid for when on the road?

[@maxou5757]

Yes lodging and meals are paid when away from base. Airlines pay for hotel and you get per diems for meals, they are mostly paid by hour away from base, or by breakfast, lunch,dinner, overnight depending on the airline.

[@hectordelgado2164]

I SAW A PILOT SLEEPING WHEN I CAME BACK FROM ARGENTIBA ON A 10 HOUR NIGHT FLIGHT THE PILOT HAD THE PLANE ON AUTOMATIC...AND HE WAS SNORING...........

[@jrmath2003]

The other pilot was awake

[@bennithomas8414]

I am looking for an unskilled job in a flying club where I can work for free and learn flying in return !

[@MUFC_Dylan.]

you probably won't be able to learn to fly for free but what you can do is go down to your local aero club and ask them if you could wash their aircraft for them. By doing this you earn money and gain experience with the GA aircraft.

[@donuneputty5525]

He flew a museum

[@TheSighphiguy]

theres NO WAY a pilot can start at only 15k a year. what.....does he only work 2hrs a week? a cashier makes more than that!

[@bilal1.z]

Sigh Phi Guy no you are wrong

[@bilal1.z]

It changed, now it's $40-$60k

[@hundsam2929]

They go by hours flight of that day not like typical 8hours/day in local jobs

[@tonystark-gx7tx]

Wow! So many people want to become a Pilot of some kind e.g.(Private, Commercial, Military, etc.) like i mean most of the other videos about Careers which Khan Academy uploaded, but nobody gives a crap about them like e.g. (hardly 3k views on the video about how to become a Medical Resident), So my point is i want to see is it just me or others too have the dream of becoming a Pilot, Please try to reply or like my comment if you want to be one.(Just like a little poll), Thanks.

[@tonystark-gx7tx]

P.S the more likes the more i know people want to become one. Please cooperate.