The CTAF: Landing a Job

The FAA reported 20,069 original issuances of commercial pilot certificates… major U.S. airlines hired only about 4,500 pilots in 2025…

His tone carried the weight of watching confidence collide with a world that demands raw stick-and-rudder skill.

The path to becoming a regional airline First Officer is a testament to dedication and perseverance.

Passing the sim isn't about flying a perfect flight or knowing everything about the jet. It's about demonstrating that you are a safe, professional, and adaptable pilot who can be trained to operate at the highest level of business aviation by flawlessly executing a prescribed set of maneuvers.