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Air Force Pilot. By: Saif Malik L.A. 8-9 April 30. Flying In. Air Force pilot- Fly military aircrafts (mainly planes) for government Related careers- Soldier, Private pilot Reasons: Salary
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Air Force Pilot By: Saif Malik L.A. 8-9 April 30
Flying In • Air Force pilot- Fly military aircrafts (mainly planes) for government • Related careers- Soldier, Private pilot • Reasons: • Salary • Free medical and dental care, retirement plan, discounts on amusement parks, restaurants, tax, grocery stores, etc... • Supply and Demand (not a big supply). • Serve the country. • Get to travel the globe. And Many More
Career Intel • Provide air support . • Attack enemies. • Defend positions. • Escort V.I.P.s
History • First recorded aerial warfare happened in 1700s when the French used hot air balloons to track enemy movement. • The U.S. Air Force formed in 1907. • In 1947 Air Force formed separate branch in military.
Education • Must do math, computer science, &, science. • Gym, geography, aviation, & military training is helpful. • Must at least have high school G.E.D. • Must be a co-pilot before flying on your own.
Education continued • Lewis University-Aviation Degree • Located in Romeoville, IL • Cost per year: $25,000 • Total cost: $166,578.93
Aptitude • Fast reflexes • Math • Science • Technology • P.E.
Personality traits • Optimistic • Cope with pressure • To be adventuress. • To be active.
Personal Qualifications • U.S. Citizen • Be 17-27 years old to start.
Salary • For 25 yrs. in service $118,400-$280,440. • Based on years served & skill.
Rankings • SecondLieutenant • First Lieutenant • CaptainMajor • Lieutenant Colonel • Colonel • BrigadierGeneral • MajorGeneral • LieutenantGeneral • General
Interview • Randal J. DeMik • Director of graduate studies in Aviation and Transportation • Associate Professor • Lewis University • Former pilot • Current Responsibilities: • Teaching flight At Lewis University. • Education: • P.H.D. in aerospace technology, pro-flight • Master's degree in Human Resource Development
Interview Continued • Grew up around planes, dad was a private pilot. • Was a pilot for exactly 30 years. • Likes: • Professional environment. • The adventures. • Dislike: • Being away from family. • Long hours. • Even though he loves teaching he would like to go back to flying in 5 years for United Airways.
The Decision • To choose or not to choose. • Yes!!! • Adventuress • Employment opportunities almost guaranteed. • Salary is reasonable. • Great benefits.
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