TOO OLD To BECOME A Pilot? - WHEN And WHY

[@djSp00ky]

I'am 36 and started at 08.01.18 my A320-Rating...stay focused and everything is possible !

[@calinutza33]

spO Oky Hi , how did you do it. ? 🤔

[@RenoBladergroen]

I am 41 and have assessment invites for two major European airlines next week :P. Those are for my very first job as a commercial pilot. So as DutchPilotGirl says: keep focussed, top fit and DEDICATED (and very resilient against disappointing moments) and everything is possible!

[@djSp00ky]

unfortunatly i had not the opportunity of rich parents...so i have been working very hard the last years and safe every penny for my atpl and type-rating.------> atpl finished in the end of october 2017-------> 2 month later i passed the assessment.... I still can't believe it... :D

[@RenoBladergroen]

CLM , as DutchPilotGirl said, it’s harder, not impossible. The comments on this video also state that people much older than you (including me) still are able to get their dreams reality. But as we all say, you have to be extremely dedicated. So we can’t tell you, “do it or don’t”, it’s entirely up to your personal situation. I think your age is at the moment not a major issue. But... the market is good now, no one knows how it will be at the moment you have finished. It’s like a stock-market... so if you really want to pursue this, look carefully which school you choose. Many airlines have cadet programs now, or go for one that has good connections with airlines. Where are you from? I am willing to advise you, PM me if you want.

[@raafigul4697]

Are you done with your type rating?

[@Arkipads29]

Im a 37 yr.old Architect and still aspiring to become a Pilot before i turn 40. 😎✈️💯

[@furmanvit]

how its going now?

[@franksmoutimages4715]

I am 78 years old and I have no hope of ever being able to fly a real airplane, but I really want to fly in a professional flight simulator on a Boeing 737 to have the sensations. In view of this I am training on my computer with X-Plane. For the moment I only do runs (opstijgen en landen) with almost always perfect landing! Which encourages me a lot.

[@womblesofwimbledon]

SENSATIONS? JUST GO FOR VIAGRA ERECTION

[@imaPangolin]

Hired by a US airline at 55

[@jasontooke]

I assume their expectation is that you'll work for them for 10 years? PIC?

[@imaPangolin]

Jason Tooke that’s my plan! Unless the age gets raised. SIC right now. Everyone starts there. Upgrade should be fast. 20 months or so is my guess. I made it all the way through and I’m holding a line.

[@XA395XA]

Wow really? This is a big motivation to me. I'm 27 and I'm over here all stressed out thinking I'm too old to start my pilot career.

[@VS-gv6ow]

imaPangolin in what age you start flight training ?

[@imaPangolin]

John Lee I started in my 20s in 1984. I flew regularly till 1992 doing Charter work and flight instruction. Then left flying till 1998 when I renewed my CFII via check ride. Flew a few times then was idle. I was hired by the airline at 55 with 2300 hours. 100 multi and around 150 instrument. I passed training and am currently flying the line.

[@mq46312]

31? Maybe 10-15 years ago but I don't think that's true these days. More and more people these days are starting their training from zero hours in their late 20s, early/mid 30s. In my flying school (Australia) most students I've come across is in this age group. Things are different in various part of the world but a blank statement saying most airlines don't hire above 31 years of age is unnecessarily discouraging and simply not true.

[@MauroReza]

Thank you. Im extremely worried because Im 29 And i will be finishing comercial licence about 34 and a half.

[@NIX46-u8v]

@@MauroReza I have the some problem )

[@747-pilot]

Plant Seed, extremely well stated!!

[@Will-ce7tv]

Is that really true about Australian airlines not hiring anyone over 31? I'm 24 (and live in Australia) and I'm considering starting out.

[@DezRosswess]

PPL at 74! I've heard people near retirement age gaining licenses but that is awesome.

[@rnzoli]

I second that. Although not the first time I hear this. I read a book from a pensioner, who was bored after retirement and became a private pilot. Author: Helmut Rathert, Title: "Flieg,Großvater,flieg!". Nowadays only available in second-hand market, but still a lot of fun to read.

[@HelipilotIan]

I am 34 any have just passed all my interviews to start training with an airline company

[@Украинка-м7д]

How are you doing now? :-)

[@HelipilotIan]

@@Украинка-м7д good you

[@HelipilotIan]

@@malitman no thanks

[@timol437]

Actually my employer (a US Legacy airline) hired a 62 year old two years ago. In the US we are getting a lot of older flight crew. Me, I have 30+ years in....

[@jasontooke]

I assume the person hired has extensive experience, since he'll have to leave in 3 years.

[@Sirikazy]

I am in my 90's and starting my carrear in a regional. Yes believe me. Because is in KZbin. So is true.

[@TheRanieleFerreira]

That's nice ! :)

[@josephkingsley8708]

I didn't start flying until I was 72 years old. I am now 76, and I was just hired by a large commercial airline! It's surreal sitting behind the controls of a 747. The pilots know I fly, so they sometimes let me up there to check things out. I would love to fly something like that, but I obviously got into flying way late!

[@Sirikazy]

XD really so in your case the federal limit of 65 don't exits? This KZbin today is really a joke. More desinformation than information...

[@kevinong8005]

I'm 63...working hard all my life to support my family. Now I am finally able to pursue my passion. Your comment here Mr Kingsley really inspired me and I am definitely going for it. I'm staring in June 2023! Thank You Sir!

[@josephkingsley8708]

@@kevinong8005 Wow, that’s awesome! So many people see retirement as a second chance to pursue their real passions. I know I did. Might as well spend the next few decades doing what you love, right?

[@kevinong8005]

@@josephkingsley8708 Absolutely Sir👍

[@josephkingsley8708]

@@Sirikazy I didn’t fly for the airline. I wrote that poorly I know, sounds like that’s what I was saying. I got my private pilots license in my mid 70s. I got hired as a flight attendant. I don’t do it anymore though, turned out to be a bit much for my old ass. But the pilots would sometimes let me Sit in the big seat - Obviously not while we were flying.

[@bobidderis3880]

Im 35. And still dreaming of becoming a pilot one day. Maybe a mid sized jet like 737 or a320. That is my ultimate goal. Maybe I'll finish my training at 38-40. What I can do is be positive. I believe when there's a will there's a way

[@jumbojet747ful]

Sadly the financial barrier stops most of the aspiring pilot's :/ Great video as always

[@atifalicaptain6297]

I’m now 26 years old and I’m still studying airline pilot

[@ismailhamza4721]

hope u become a pilot

[@dubplatenate]

I'm 40 and have been looking into becoming a pilot and after reading the comments, I feel more motivated.

[@brentbeatty4171]

I am earning a part 107 to be compliant with the FAA for flying drones commercially. I have taken 2 private pilots lessons in Wheeling WV and Colorado Springs

[@brentbeatty4171]

Shalom from WV near Pittsburgh. I have a nice painting of a p40 tiger shark….I am 51 and most tell me that flight school is too expensive for me.

[@CyberJedi1]

I actually learned some companies prefer hiring pilots a little older, like between 30 and 40 because of maturity. I heard stories of first officers becoming captains as young as 24, but it's such a big responsibility to put a plane with hundreds of lives on the hands of someone so young, I think the sweetspot for companies should be people in their 30's to be honest. If I am on a plane and you tell me my captain is a 50 year old with plenty of experience, I surely would feel safer than hearing its a 25 young dude, even knowing all the training there is to be becoming a pilot, surely feels safer flying with someone older on the cockpit. I'm really glad to hear people getting hired after 30 or 40s.

[@richarddastardly6845]

I think you forgot to mention that sometimes it depends on how well connected you are in aviation and also some pay to fly/line training programs aren’t too strict on age

[@fooser77]

Let's just say hearing what you shared about your grandfather .. I just turned 60 .. Completed ground school at age 18 in high school .. Later had an opportunity to become a military pilot in my 20s .. It didn't work out as planned for various reasons .. This year I plan to get my private certificate .. I have no desire to fly for the airlines or even charted service .. My goal is to own and fly my own private business jet .. Either a Premier 1A or a Phenom 300 .. DutchPilotGirl, I might just look you up and offer you a ride some day .. And thank this pretty and charmingly goofy blonde for the inspiration .. To complete a long lost goal in life ..

[@Nghilifa]

I turned 29 in december and I just started. If you've got your head on straight, I don't think it'll be THAT difficult to find a job in the near future, especially with the growing pilot shortage in the "western world". Obviously, it might be a little trickier if you're going to big-airline route, but there's so many different paths to chose. Some might go the business route, some are happy with regional airliners, some want to do bush-flying, then there's also surveying, crop dusting etc.

[@markslandingsandaviationvi3123]

I am 15 and i already fly with a instructor in a Aeroprakt A32 in Danmark and i am not a pilot i just pay 50$ and get a flight tour where i can fly 98% of the time. I think that everyone who is 15 or older should be getting this experience!

[@global2765]

Never too late for anything in life. What is holding me to go for it is the financial means. I mean 100k is a lot. But other than that I don't discourage anybody who can go for it.

[@alex-zb2rj]

I am only 13.I've been working to become a pilot for the 737.Could u make a video on tips for young people like me?

[@RenoBladergroen]

Hello Captain, not a video but still advise: join a glider-club! It sets a very good basis for your further career desires. You'll learn to fly, you'll learn what dedication is, you'll learn to get responsibility, you'll build a network etc. Then start saving: big time! Get a spare-time job in the supermarket or so. You won't be able to save up all you need, but with a good positive balance, you'll get a loan much faster. And last bit not least: keep that spirit and dedication!

[@alex-zb2rj]

Thank you very much!Really appreciate your support!

[@alex-zb2rj]

Thank you very much!Really appreciate your support!

[@paulbergman8228]

I’m not sure what a minimum age is, but at least a pilot in training is recommended to go fly the 737-800 simulator at American Airlines. The program is called ATOPJets.com, Airline Training Orientation Program. You will spend a day learning systems, and the next day two hours in the simulator, the first observing other teams, or flying , and being a co-pilot one session, and pilot in the next session, or v.v. Each weekend this is offered, only 8 pilots are on the schedule; the course fills up about 7-8 months or more in advance, so it gives you time to save up ($495.00). Of course, you have to get there and stay in the Candlewood Suites, where most of the attendees stay. Wayne Phillips, who writes for Flight Training magazine, is the organizer and instructor, a former airline pilot, and a great enthusiastic teacher. This is a great line item on your flying resume for an airline interview, which may be a few years down the road. I’ve done both the 737-800 at AA and the Airbus 320 (at Jet Blue University) and it was just a great experience. Since I’m working on being a Flight Instructor, and already am an Advanced Ground and Instrument Ground Instructor, this experience gave me a professional flying perspective for my students. You can FLY! 😎

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[@ryogaz22]

Can someone help me out with this one? When I was 11, I wanted to become a pilot flying for an airline company. People around me told me I could not become one, because I am wearing glasses. In other words, aspiring people cannot become pilots if they are wearing glasses already. They are thought to make more mistakes. Truth or urban myth?

[@leonardokim]

Your voice is music to my ears. Edit: "Keep your wings leveled" I really love that! Quite catchy!

[@azy1234arif]

You cannot learn without feeling, so it is more understandable to learn and teach face to face, because konsantirasyon

[@fa300zxtt]

Just remember that there is no substitute for youth!!!!!!!!!!!! It's part of life and we have to deal with it.This holds true in any decent profession.Loved your segment,thank you.

[@Over50andLearningToFly]

You are never too old! Check out over 50 and learning to fly!

[@robbywalkerrain2520]

Dank U Well..... I hope sometime i Will be a PILOT

[@Hndoos87]

Qatar Airways for instance has currently a vacancy valid for any candidate who is below 55 !

[@uncomfysapphic8415]

Love your videos I am yet to graduate high school but I want to become an airline pilot you and Captain Joe inspired me to become a pilot hopefully I can get a job quickly I live in the U.S.

[@SeanHollingsworth]

Your Grandfather was 74 when he earned his private pilot certificate??? Wow!!! What an inspiration he is!!! :-)

[@jorsohe]

Hi dutchpilotgirl. Awesome video and information. I want to be a pilot and I thought that because of my age, it would be more difficult but you never have to give up.

[@brentbeatty4171]

Ty 4 yr inspiration!

[@sevilayguler1518]

Waoww. This question was always in my mind. Thanks for the clarification. Hopefully I'll be an airline pilot soon :)

[@floren1327]

Thanks for this. I need to finish my training right away before I turn 31.👍🏼

[@ericjanson2328]

Teaching people is a gift - not everyone can teach. That's especially true in Aviation. Just because someone has x years in an Airline does not automatically mean they are suitable and qualified for any of the positions you've mentioned. The "Job for life" is no longer true except for a very small group of Pilots. These days as a Pilot you are just a commodity. I'm just starting year 34 in this Business. Working at my 6th company.

[@transparentlemon]

I’d like to learn to fly but I don’t think I’ll be a pilot as a career. I’d rather be a train driver where 99.9% of the time your wheels are planted firmly on the ground.

[@TC-BCN]

Thumbs up for that killer Type VIIB model‼️ also to dutchpilotgirl for her gold valued information!

[@fineartz99]

Well spoken. // Appreciate claritude and appropriate active-voice thoughtfulness.

[@jazzleee]

31?! Wow! Would you say that’s generally just the case in Europe? I’m from the U.S. so hopefully there’s some wiggle room with age haha! All the pilots I’ve worked with (I’m a flight attendant) told me I’m definitely not too old. I should have my commercial license by the time I’m 31 in April. And hopefully get hired by a small regional airline by the time I’m 33, latest! Those are my goals anyway 😬

[@TheTezz100]

jazzleee make a dream a reality, that's my saying. If you don't, it's just a dream ;-)

[@j.p.3891]

You're not old at all. Being American i'd recommend learning spanish/french asap, it will open many doors for you given the proximity with LA and Canada. Cheers

[@jordansoflylogs8526]

Never too old I'm 34 and I'm starting my flight career now hope to be in the airline business by 35-36 American market for pilots is flourishing again, took a while after 9/11 to bounce back! Go for it

[@jazzleee]

Dominic, that’s so funny. I’m already fluent in Spanish and French haha! Perfect! Meant to be?!

[@jazzleee]

Tezz Leek ...I’m working hard on it!! 😃

[@tjlto]

Nicely done!

[@regist.9407]

Charming...

[@aungko64]

i really love this topic and tips.

[@LFAR7614]

Nice subject. And by the way also a very nice submarine on background.

[@dwaynenell4902]

Thanks for the valuable info. From Cape Town, South Africa.

[@kanemotohiroyasu]

Nice ! . 🌸💕

[@monglihwangpan3177]

what is the height requirement for females pilot mam please reply me

[@khalidabdulghani]

Hey, I am young, passionate about becoming a pilot and good at both maths and physics, although I can't afford it. Can u have a video or at least answer my question on what to do or if I can become one?

[@luntbanzi1967]

Khalid Abdulghani if u cannot get in a cadet programme with one of the airlines then you'll have to work for it. Get a job save money and pay for your training that's the hard way

[@mzbundlebeetsla9381]

I hope you still follow through with ur passion and just save and save, may Allah make it easy for you bro

[@sce2aux464]

I'm just going by your name, I hope you don't mind, but if your academics are good and funds are short, see about the RSAF. You'll be able to fly both American *and* British aircraft and military flight training does a lot with a little time.

[@mohammedumarsiddiqui9504]

If at 20 i completed my training then i will get job at 20 ?

[@ryanbaircraftmechanicandsm7524]

Fantastic video✈️

[@JKMoviesyoutube]

Good Job! Happy landings @all 🛬 Iam an X Plane Pilot 👨‍✈️

[@miguelmonte6980]

JK MlGUEL B-)

[@miguelmonte6980]

Hola como ajustes jajaja ok esta MlGUEL y kkkkkkkkk :-)

[@teme82]

nice submarine in the background

[@nightgaming5028]

Teemu Lokka it’s a German u boat from WW II

[@teme82]

you sure about that? Early German boats were based on the Finnish Navy submarines ;)

[@pauljoseph9710]

@@teme82 that's safe a German one I think its Type VIIc

[@SteveMrW]

Yes it is @@pauljoseph9710

[@regist.9407]

Yes but why. ?

[@Boodieman72]

You can become a commercial airline pilot if you are older if you have a military pilot career.

[@markchamberlain6607]

I don't have Instagram and don't really want it, I'm already over tasked with trying to keep up with comments. So, even though I like the picture, I'll have to let it go.

[@Luck21st]

What happens if i don't have Backup plans & I'm not gonna change my Carrier at later age? What airline company will do to ME?

[@J39444]

Where did you get the u boat from?

[@abbeyrayerichmond1352]

im 14 and training to get my license right now.. (you have to be 17 to get it)

[@Hustlers2511]

You are blessed,

[@Hustlers2511]

But I will go for it anyway

[@iRaauul]

If I graduate with 25 years old, is it a perfect age to get an airline job? IDK why even after watching that video I feel old! but I love aviation I wanna do it anyways!!

[@daviddouglas8399]

Are you interested in WW2 submarines as well as flying? It looks like a beautiful model in the background (as well as a beautiful pilot in the foreground!). I wish I did Instagram, I'd love to win that print. Thanks for the video. Keep up the good work!

[@milanpoudel7177]

i dont have money what should i do??

[@aadrit5]

So I got bit low grades in Physics and chemistry. My other subjects are fine. Is it going to effect my chances of becoming a pilot?

[@dayaanvesh5632]

That's good one ! Well Mam can you a make a video on one day of pilot life?...

[@barnabyg6808]

Nice u-boat behind

[@gokulnath3165]

they are not shiping to india 😞

[@GregoryTheGr8ster]

Are you in any way related to the Flying Dutchman (Der fliegende Holländer)? This was one of Richard Wagner's first operas.

[@evankehoe5093]

hey i started my flight training when is was 14 but have been flying since i was 12. i'm a Canadian pilot so i can't get my ppl till i'm 17 or hopefully this summer. do you think i have a good chance of getting a job

[@thunderbird3353]

I’m 32 is it possible to become a pilot at this age ?? I’m worried about being unable to fulfil my dream ....pls advise ...I’m from india Mumbai

[@samerhaddad280]

is that a German U Boat behind you?

[@MauroReza]

Now Im kinda worried because Im about to start PPL at 29, and Ill be finishing with comercial licence at 34 and a half :s

[@mateuszzajac4699]

I dont have insta but I want the poster. What now?

[@LL-sk3do]

Cool German sub! Did you build it?

[@sohamnayak8494]

I don't have an instragram account

[@robertbv627]

I love your videos ☺ ! I wish you to reach millions of subscribers and same for Captain joe and mentour pilot ! I can't wait a video of you together with captain joe and mentour pilot, that's will be great to see all 3 in some videos . Greetings from Romania ☺👍

[@saarb737]

nice video Michelle! its a P47 in the pucture right?

[@HotDog12ist]

I'm 87, can I still become a commercial pilot? :S

[@himurakenshin6053]

HotDog12ist Yep👍👍👍👍👍😀

[@sce2aux464]

Death would be a career limiter, but as long as you're not flying scheduled service age 87 is just fine.

[@Sirikazy]

65 is the limit. And don't be idiot

[@winnietheflu2555]

But a jumbo and fly for myself is the best, no stress from the airline firm

[@amazinglg7255]

What i need to join aviation academy after class 12th pass degree or I can directly join any aviation academy just with 12 pass degree with PCM?

[@hemanthsyam2109]

Dr. Amazing L.G. 50% PCM in class 12th.

[@amazinglg7255]

Jedi Buzz that's it nothing else..?

[@hemanthsyam2109]

Dr. Amazing L.G. You can do a degree if you want but you can pursue aviation with 12th PCM. You also need medical fitness, good english etc.

[@tertuliano1372]

I neod learn enghish my na me is Tertuliano

[@zoozolplexOne]

cool !!

[@fathibenhassine3796]

You are great women ♥️ Lovely your styl en life ♥️

[@captainalpha4853]

Why u dnt make tutorials videos about pilot training ?

[@STriderFIN77]

Maybe becouse it takes lots more than 'video tutorials'. I mean its not like GTA-game, where you learn to steal cars, fly planes and helicopters :)

[@captainalpha4853]

STriderFIN77 LOL , oow k i see , well a flight school seems better

[@flyerboy2594]

you don know what youre talking about

[@mykweb]

Good video but the massive issue with becoming a pilot is the money. Flight school and pilot training can easily tack up into the tens of thousands.

[@BigBRadek]

I am 30 and effectively killed all my hopes to change my life

[@jorgan683]

yes

[@VictorAlonsoDJ]

Still age limit of 31 in 2023?

[@GultekinCOSAR]

Hello Michelle how do You do ? Thank You very much for your video. And beside for me The Age is important for the Airlines Who carry Passengers from one point to another. However ; as You told in the video , it is not impossible to be an Airline Pilot at any age if You arte healthy. Beside I am the supporter of young ages rather than the middle age pilots. And I submitted to your Giveaway Entry. I wish Good Luck to every one.

[@GultekinCOSAR]

@@Oneness11.11 Merhaba Selam Hayır ben pilot değilim. Sadece Genel Kültür bilgisi için videoları izliyorum. Ben İzmir Kültür Ve Sanat dergisinde Yazarım. Benim kanalımda yer alan Milli Bayramlarımızla ilgili Şiir videolarıma bakabilirsiniz. Teşekkür ederim.

[@nicanorthompson8075]

how old are you dutchpilotgirl?

[@imzaythewannabepilot1476]

I Am 12 trying to be a Pilot when I grow up

[@caribbeanspice19]

soooo i'm not too old at 30? interestiiiiiing

[@megoins73]

Only one life as far as you know.. lol love that. And dammit I'm too late for the giveaway contest. That is a great picture.

[@zoltannemeth8195]

Why do people need to advertise on their YT channel?

[@deltamikepilot]

Da mach ich doch mal mit. :-) Was ist das für ein U-Boot im Hintergrund?

[@jenstreinman6471]

Hiiii ik doe mee mijn verjaardag is 22 januari

[@sigbjrnklokk9473]

Now it is very bad times to get a job as a pilot

[@anaykulkarni6804]

Nice video pilot girl

[@B3owulf]

Anay Kulkarni aagaya thurkiiiiiii

[@philorkill]

If I like something better than you talking about flying, then it is a submarine (in the background) and you in one video talking about flying!

[@syafiqmohamad9386]

Nice video..soo..how about retired air force pilot then become Airlines pilot??..hope new video about it..anyway..we have same type rating..unfortunately I'm from engineering..XD

[@GreenAppleee]

So...what’s the perfect age range? :P

[@de5792]

Why don't you make a video on required math skills that a cadet should have entering a flight school with some examples.

[@DutchPilotGirl]

ΔΗΜΗΤΡΗΣ ΕΟΥΙΝΤΑ one of my next videos will be about that! :-)