Why you have to be a pilot?
Having an interest in aviation doesn’t come by birth. People are greatly influenced by certain events and views. There is a saying, “Once you dream of being a pilot, you will die dreaming of it.” One guy in an interview said he wanted to be a pilot while he was a student. But his mom slapped him in the face for saying that. [There are some social and economic obstacles we will talk about later.] Eventually, he became a doctor, but he keeps saying that once in a lifetime, he wants to fly a plane, though he is in his mid-fifties. So, it’s not easy to forget this addiction.
Can You Be Forced to Be a Pilot?
Sometimes teenagers are forced to choose a career by parents, siblings, or friends. But it doesn’t work like that. You might become what they forced you to become, but you will be bored, and the outcomes of your work will not be proper. There is an Indian movie named “3 Idiots” that said, “If Sachin Tendulkar’s father had told him to stop playing cricket and start grinding grains, we wouldn’t have Sachin Tendulkar today.”
So, if you are not enthusiastic about aviation, you should not be a pilot even if someone forces you.
The Career Unlike Any Other.
Aviation is considered a top-class occupation in most countries, both in the military and commercially. The professionalism in both social status and economic freedom is expansive. The lifestyle and discipline are so formal that any person can dream of it. The chance of witnessing spectacular sky views, visiting almost every desirable country, piloting a giant airborne vessel, and securing many lives with your efficiency are the most highlighted reasons anyone can think of. The honor of secure and safe flying gives enormous admiration from both passengers and colleagues. Moreover, having a safe landing in critical and unpredictable situations provides lifelong wisdom, and the pilot receives tributes from both the airline and the country.
Working Atmosphere
The airports are beautiful, the people are neatly dressed and keep smiling at you, and having a sociable community—all are included in a pilot’s career. There are no nine-to-five working hours and no work from home or any home tasks. Alternatively, it keeps you disciplined, physically fit, and sociable. You can change your working hours to day or night, and even see views of sunrise and sunset. The salary is also very satisfactory. Some airlines offer full accommodation, so you will have enough of your salary left to spend wherever you want. Family members can earn flight discounts and sometimes free flights throughout the pilot’s career.
Other reasons:
One, there is a huge global shortage of airline pilots, and two, because of the shortage of pilots, wages are increasing gradually.
Making Decision
If you are determined to become a commercial or military pilot, you can read my article about the requirements and process of becoming an aviator.