Fastest Way To Become An Airline Pilot

[@gooseaviation1939]

Hi Michael, my name is Buck. I just had my Skywest interview and I rocked it of course thanks for all the tips. I just love your videos. Totally expecting a job. Offer here any day.. the interview was very easy and lots of fun. I also think the interview prep session was wonderful and a must do. I look forward to flying with you in the air. See you soon.

[@MichaelHsu95]

Congratulations 🍾🎉🎊🎈 so glad to hear that everything went well. Be sure to let me know in the when you get the job!!

[@FunInOklahoma]

Thank you Michael so much for taking the time to make this video. I am working on my CFI at the moment and have about 380 flight hours :-)

[@jonathonkersting9043]

How would you recommend the AA cadet program? I’ve heard good and bad things on it. A friend of mine is a captain at American already and he did recommend it. He also said ATP would be good. Although I’ve heard a lot of horror stories about ATP.

[@MichaelHsu95]

@@jonathonkersting9043 I’ve heard a lot of bad experiences about ATP. I did the American Airlines cadet academy program and it was good. But start training on your own. Don’t wait to get accepted to start your flight training. Start as soon as possible!

[@jonathonkersting9043]

@ appreciate the fast comment. Can you do all the training in the cadet program or do you need a PPL to enter ?

[@LifeWithMatteo]

Just passed IR, and now a the two weeks mark of taking a break. Can’t wait to start it up this week to start commercial! Thanks so much for making this video

[@MichaelHsu95]

Keep up the amazing work!! I’m glad you liked this video

[@CHARLIET93]

Michael. Glad to see that you are doing well my friend. Just a small suggestion. I saw that you showed a quick google search for an AME. My suggestion is placing the links to these websites in the description. For those that come across this comment, Michael is a great CFI/I with a wealth of knowledge and dedication. I had the honor of flying with him as I was going through my ratings.

[@Storeeez]

Hey, what’s the cost estimate from zero to CFI?

[@MichaelHsu95]

It can be anywhere from 70k-100k. Hope this was helpful. Be sure to subscribe!

[@nglei1449]

Thank you for the advice

[@abhilashbehera3262]

Thanks for the super informative video

[@MichaelHsu95]

@@abhilashbehera3262 yay I’m glad you enjoyed my video, hope it was helpful. Be sure to subscribe would really appreciate it

[@albertodeulofeu5277]

Remember, you can also buy a plane. Sounds crazy, but you can get one for around 15k.

[@MichaelHsu95]

Yes that is one way of doing it as well. I think 15k is a very very good deal, probably hard to come by. And no including any of the maintenance cost. I have no experience with buying a plane so I didn’t say too much about on it. But definitely an option as well

[@lukasfriederich2358]

Hey Micheal I want to become an airline pilot with the goal of getting there sooner than later… my question is it worth going to a flight college and getting a bachelors degree or should I focus on just going to flight school instead, or flight school with online college degree?? Pretty much is it worth getting a degree?

[@MichaelHsu95]

If you get a degree at a flight college you only need 1000 hours to get into the airlines but that degree might take up to 3 years where you can get 1500 hours in 3 years. There’s many ways to get to your destination. Getting a degree is always helpful, but it’s not necessary to become an airline pilot

[@CeeJayC3903]

I've been doing ATP since mid March, and my official start date is 6/17. So far I've passed my PAR/CAX/FOI and in process for FIA. 118k for ATP, that's factoring in all the equipment and test costs. Its been a ride for sure.

[@frantzpierre3107]

Where did you study for the writing exam

[@CeeJayC3903]

@@frantzpierre3107 Sportys for the par. Sheppards air for the cax/foi/fia. It was brutal.

[@epsilon9104]

Thanks Michael for this video! Do you prefer accelerated flight school than university? Im from the Philippines, and Im worried that maybe everyone with a Bachelor’s degree would stand out more, and are more likely to be hired in the airline than the accelerated program people went to, thanks! (I am also thinking of moving to the US and work there, Delta airlines, etc.)

[@MichaelHsu95]

@@epsilon9104 having a degree is not a requirement anymore. They would must rather hire someone with more experience Yes move to US and work here if you can

[@benh2134]

Great info man. Love the energy. Ben

[@fighterbomberMiG27]

Great presentation of airline pilot job. Absolutely informative and useful video for everyone who dreams of the Skies. My Sub for you man

[@MichaelHsu95]

Thank you so much! Means a lot to me!!

[@fighterbomberMiG27]

@@MichaelHsu95 Absolutely

[@higherthanakite]

Is the pathway program the same as an airline cadet’s program? I mean in terms of intensity, curriculum, and even privileges?

[@MichaelHsu95]

No, the pathway program doesn’t have any training at all. It just a way to get a seniority number

[@higherthanakite]

@@MichaelHsu95 really? I thought that it’s actually a program that schools normally charge for!

[@mwhitehurst14]

Cost and timeframe for getting your airline pilot license??

[@JKPilot]

Thanks mate, great video. I’m an Australian student, and just commenced my flight training over here in San Diego. At 53, I was hoping to get my name down for the Skywest program, but unfortunately for me, they require a social security number, which I can’t get on my training visa….otherwise I’d get my name on quick smart. Really enjoying the flight training, and really enjoy your videos. Thanks again.

[@richa4425]

Wow they require a Socialist Security Number to hire at airline. My friend from Africa got one for free issued to him when he illegally crossed US border. You just have to claim you are refugee and get the red carpet to USA handed to you than showing up using tourist visa

[@Alex-vm2ne]

That is bulshit, Australian cannot claim asylum, what the nonsense you said about your African friend!

[@ThereYouAreT1]

Apply for ITN. Some will accept that

[@nglei1449]

As a pilot, do you need to be swimmer?

[@Avgeek0926]

Watching this while me having a hard time to find my first CFI job 🥺

[@MichaelHsu95]

Don’t give up!! I finished my cfi during covid and it felt like I was never going to get a job. But I promise if you keep going and don’t give up, you will eventually get a job. Go to flight schools in person and give your resume. Hope this helps!

[@mbekka1]

?? they r needed everywhere man,, how are u having hard time?? it s crazy , they r in high demand

[@Avgeek0926]

@@mbekka1 well, i guess in your state it is.

[@abelfransciscorosalesgrana9862]

hello michael, my name is abel and I am from Bolivia and I wanted to ask u how did u manage your personal life with your job because I know that being an arline pilot takes a lot of time and takes you out of your home for a lot of time,so how can i balance the job and being with my family, is there any policies in airlines or something like that?I wanted to specify that my dream is to live in virginianwith my family also,can u make a video explaining that part or just answe mi comment pls

[@MichaelHsu95]

@@abelfransciscorosalesgrana9862 its definitely hard with low seniority since you won’t be able to choose your days off or choose the trips you want. When you are just starting off you have to work whatever you get. However when you become more senior you’ll be able to choose the days off you want and it’ll be easier to balance work and life. There is no right way to do it as everyone has different needs. I would say do what is best for you and your family

[@DuragVince-]

Do you feel like you have to remember everything you’ve studied and learned over the years while you’re in flight school or in the airlines?

[@MichaelHsu95]

No, you just have to remember what you need to complete that flight successfully. Trust the process, all your instructor will set you up for success!

[@DuragVince-]

@@MichaelHsu95 how long do you think it’ll take to get through all the ratings if one does part 61 and flies 3-4 times a week?

[@MichaelHsu95]

@@DuragVince- it definitely depends on the person, some people learn faster, other may learn slow. And it’s no only how many times you fly, but also how much you study on your own. I would say under 1.5 years is doable

[@DuragVince-]

@@MichaelHsu95 last question I promise :) How can you tell if you’re not cut out for this career? What are some signs and queues you were able to pinpoint about students who weren’t going to make it?

[@MichaelHsu95]

@@DuragVince- the students that aren’t willing to put the work in are not suitable for this career. It’s a long and difficult journey, so you got to make sure you are studying and preparing and not giving up

[@melodyn6419]

Can you talk about new pilot salaries in regional airline? And furlough trend?

[@JaydenLeoe]

So to start this. You can basically start straight out of highschool?

[@MichaelHsu95]

@@JaydenLeoe yes you can!

[@feldonartapura1768]

Hi Michael what’s your thoughts of buying a plane and just building time and then selling it after. It seems faster to get done vs dealing with the whims of students as a CFI.

[@MichaelHsu95]

This is also another great way to build time if you have the money

[@phillp7777]

where do u live.. yur homebase ? what ac u fly ? Yur FO now ? how's pay end up being ? What routes u fky mostly.. out west ? Goodluck.. good vids good info

[@muhammadanas3043]

Dude 🙂 my gcse grades did not went well I almost got All c’s and d’s so am I eligible for being a pilot , does gcse matters for being a pilot ? Although I am really working hard to do well in my A and As level and will continue to do so….

[@MichaelHsu95]

What is gcse?! You don’t need good grades to become a good pilot. You just need to work hard

[@muhammadanas3043]

@@MichaelHsu95 thanks dude

[@flywithzeon]

How do I get in Delta ?

[@MichaelHsu95]

I’ll let you know when I get in ;)

[@LVOVSKY69]

This guys need to learn full ROM and tempo these sets are crazy

[@kimiakhn]

If I want to get a degree in a country, can I be hired in another country after immigrating or do I have to pass another degree?

[@MichaelHsu95]

@@kimiakhn you don’t need a degree to be a pilot in America

[@hemery1261]

Another great video!

[@darklau1360]

This is the only video I’ve seen that made things clear about becoming an airline pilot, Is working as a flight instructor a stable job, or would you need to have another part-time jobs?

[@MichaelHsu95]

@@darklau1360 yay I’m glad you like the video. Stable in what sense? Be sure to subscribe, would really appreciate it!

[@darklau1360]

@@MichaelHsu95 By stable, I mean will there always be work available and is it financially stable enough to be a full-time job until you get the necessary flight hours? I’m already subscribed, thanks!

[@CAPTAIN-ZAID]

Hi, I I have a question. I am a student pilot with EASA ATPL licenses from Greece.. the question is if I want to get a flight instructor course or Full type rating with base training.. Which is the best way to be in the cockpit in the nearest future with airline?

[@amjadhassan3163]

Hi Michael, its a great video I ever watched about pilot career. I have a quick question, I am age of 51, and from my childhood great enthlasis of flying but could not find opportunity. If I do CPL, CFI, and adopt your two school strategy, do you think in age of 54, I could become airline pilot? then what will be the retirement age?

[@MichaelHsu95]

@@amjadhassan3163 yes you could definitely be an airline pilot in 3 years but you would have to be focused and do it full time. Retirement age as an airline is 65 years old

[@ThereYouAreT1]

After retirement I think many fly corporate as well

[@Sigmaruler0199]

Thanks for the great video! My mom did it in less than 2 years, but she was working hard non stop. I'm a junior in high school and I'd like to be a pilot as well. Part 61 sounds great because it's cheaper and I can get it done quicker. But it doesn't really matter because I wont be able to get my atp until i'm 23. But with a 141 I can get a degree and be able to fly at 21, I also could get an athletic and academic scholarship. Not a lot but still some money. I'm not sure which way is better for my age since I have some restrictions. Is there any advise you could give? I want to be a atp pilot as soon as possible. What do I do? Thanks!

[@albertodeulofeu5277]

How’d your mom get it in 2 years?

[@Sigmaruler0199]

@@albertodeulofeu5277 She was training every day.

[@specialone8087]

Hi michel i hope you doing well i would like to ask if it's possible to start studying to bocome an airline pilot at age of 37 do i have enough time to become a first officer for heavy aircraft like A320 or boeing737 or it's a little bit hard to get enough hours and experience to get there thank u

[@ashirkamalburki]

Hey ther ei have a question for you which visa should we have if i want to study and work but my focus is study until CFI and then to major airline but as a CFI i need to do work and the only question is that i have pakisttani passport so can i travel in and out of usa as required bcz as i am not citizen still i can get passport i thnik so and will the cadet academy wait that they accept me then i come to usa and then do 1st class medical certificate then they take me officially because coming from pakistan just to risk whether i will get admission or not thaswhy because in pakistan i will do my checkup if they said me you will get 1st class medical certificate for sure then i will come to usa for FAA 1st class medical certificate because i will already have admission but provisional just required to have medical certificate and if i come from paksitana chieve it and then programm didnt selected me that is totally waste of money and time plz answer me

[@rapinncapin123]

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[@MrYogidoo]

You need a better microphone, and it would be good to have some soundabsorbent.

[@TakeNoneForTheTeam]

How do two instructors both log time (splitting cost)? I thought that only worked with safety pilot.

[@MichaelHsu95]

One can be instructing, or safety pilot works as well

[@alext7202]

Fastest way to become an airline pilot: live outside of North America. You can be a 747 pilot with only 250 hours instead of 25,000 😆

[@MichaelHsu95]

Sometimes getting licensed outside of America would take even more time. I know converting licenses to other country can take up to a few years. And you can be a 747 pilot with 1500 hours

[@alext7202]

@@MichaelHsu95 Which company hires at 1500 hours? I might join

[@MichaelHsu95]

@@alext7202 I think atlas would hire, they are not an airline but they fly cargo. All the regional airlines hire at 1500 hours

[@alext7202]

@@MichaelHsu95 They got 747s in regionals?

[@MichaelHsu95]

@@alext7202no airlines in America fly the 747, but they do at atlas

[@bigd4388]

And today boys, I’m gonna teach you how to keep your hair an extra 50 years don’t wear shirts so goddamn tight😂

[@MichaelHsu95]

@@bigd4388 no wonder I’m losing so much hair lately 😂

[@brandom7900]

Simple... have $$$$$

[@MickyMonday]

diversity and military take one step forward....woman can step forward too...everyone else go home, we call you, dont call us

[@MichaelHsu95]

lol 😆

[@yourmomma4423]

Exactly step 1: doesn't matter if you are perfect

[@MichaelHsu95]

@@yourmomma4423 haha no one is perfect. Love this, pin it 📌

[@MickyMonday]

@@MichaelHsu95 DELTA C.E.O. - "LETS HIRE DIVERSITY".... H.R. DEPARTMENT - "haha no one is perfect. Love this, pin "

[@MichaelHsu95]

@@MickyMonday 🙈🙈🙈

[@mbekka1]

41 yr old and planning to go to flygateway flight school , 6 months program,,