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Old April 24th, 2008, 22:55   #5
charlie1017
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Default Re: looking to start a career in flying

I know it's hard to major in something that you're not interested in; I've been through that myself! Have you thought about going somewhere else or switching majors??? I really stress the 4 year degree because airline HR departments look very favorably upon applicants with the degree. It shows them you're trainable and have good study habits. So unless you plan to make your entire flying career at the regionals or the lower paying charter/freight jobs, you should seriously consider getting the 4 year degree at some point.
From the website Ian just posted:
Educational Requirements
  • Completion of a baccalaureate degree in a major course of study in engineering, mathematics, or science related to NOAA's mission, conferred by a college, university, or academy listed in the most recent edition of the Directory of Post Secondary Institutions (Volume 1).
Good luck!
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