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Aeroplane Pilot

ANZSCO 231111

Employed

8,200

Part-time share

39%

Female share

7%

Median age

41 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

Salary and some workforce figures are suppressed for this occupation because Jobs and Skills Australia / the ABS do not publish estimates for small populations (typically fewer than 50 employed people) or because the figures have been perturbed for privacy. They are shown as unavailable rather than zero.

About this career

Aeroplane Pilots fly aeroplanes to transport passengers, mail and freight, or provide agricultural, aerial surveillance or other aviation services.

What they typically do

  • Prepares and submits flight plans giving consideration to factors such as weather conditions and aircraft performance.
  • Flies aircraft in accordance with established air traffic control and aircraft operating procedures.
  • Provides flight information for flight crews and air traffic services staff.
  • Completes cockpit preparations and external inspections to determine that aircraft are acceptable for flight.
  • Monitors aircraft performance and reporting on mechanical condition.

States and territories

Share of workers by location

QLD
27.3%
NSW
24.7%
VIC
18%
WA
16.2%
SA
6.5%
NT
4.3%
ACT
1.7%
TAS
1.2%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as an Aeroplane Pilot.

  • Diploma of Aviation (Commercial Pilot Licence - Aeroplane)

    AVI50222 · AQF 5 · 36 providers

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