The various jobs available in the aviation industry, their entry requirements and remuneration

1. EMPLOYMENT
SKILLS FOR THE
AVIATION
INDUSTRY
LAMIN BOJANG

2. LESSON OBJECTIVES
Main Objective: The main purpose of the course is to give students
the notion of strategic career planning in the aviation industry. To give
the students a new strategic point of view to career planning and
management in aviation
Specific objectives:
At the end of this lesson students will :
be able to widen their visions both for themselves and their future.

3. LESSON OBJECTIVES Cont..
be able to see one’s strengths and weaknesses, using them to plan a
successful career,
have the will to constantly improve themselves.
be aware of their competencies and fields in which they have to
improve themselves.
gain the necessary way of thinking for the start of a path to a
successful career in the aviation industry.

4. Employment in the aviation
industry
The aviation industry supports 87.7 million jobs around the world, either directly
within the industry or, supported through the industry's supply chain,
employees' spending and in the aviation-enabled tourism sector.
Around 11.3 million people work in the aviation industry directly. These jobs are:
Airport operators: 648,000 (work for the airport operator)
Other airport-based roles: 5.5 million (retail, car rental, customs and
immigration, freight forwarders and catering)

5. Employment in the aviation
industry cont…
Airlines: 3.6 million (flight and cabin crews, executives, ground services, check-
in, training, maintenance staff)
Civil aerospace: 1.3 million (engineers and designers of civil aircraft, engines and
components)
Air navigation service providers: 237,000 (air traffic controllers, executives)
These jobs are, on average, 4.3 times more productive than average jobs in the
economy.

6. Employment in the aviation
industry cont…
18.1 million indirect jobs
Over 18.1 million jobs globally are supported by aviation indirectly,
through the air transport industry's purchase of goods and services.
These include suppliers to the air transport industry, for example fuel
suppliers, construction companies, suppliers of aircraft components,
manufacturers of goods sold in airports, and a variety of business support
roles, like call centres, IT and accountancy.

7. Employment in the aviation
industry cont…
13.5 million induced jobs
Air transport industry employees (direct and indirect) support
13.5 million induced jobs globally, using their income to
purchase goods and services for themselves.
Their spending power supports jobs in retail, consumer goods,
and a range of service industries such as banks and
restaurants.

8. TYPES OF JOBS
1. Pilot
National average salary: ₹5,000 Dolars per month
Primary duties: Being a pilot is one of the most lucrative jobs in
the aviation industry. The primary responsibility of a pilot is the
safe transport of passengers and freight to their respective
destinations. Their daily duties may include:
•creating flight plans based on aircraft and weather conditions

9. Pilot cont……
•performing aircraft checks before every flight
•adhering to flight regulations and safety guidelines
•communicating and coordinating with air traffic control for
safe takeoff and landing

10. Pilot cont……
•checking cockpit instruments for any malfunctions
•working with flight attendants to ensure that passengers follow
safety instructions
•filing reports on an aircraft's condition upon landing

11. Pilot cont……
Pilots can work as commercial pilots or fly private jets for
organisations or individuals who own personal aircraft. Another way
to become a pilot is to join the armed forces as an air force, army or
navy pilot.
Skills and requirements: The requirements to becoming a commercial
pilot and fly passenger planes are:
a valid Commercial Pilot's License (CPL)
a valid Airline Transport Pilot's License (ATPL)

12. Pilot cont……
2,000+ hours of flying experience (flight time)
20/20 vision either naturally or with corrective devices like glasses
sound judgement and quick reflex
knowledge of aviation regulations and safety protocols

13. Flight attendant
National average salary: ₹1,600 Dolars per month
Primary duties: Airlines hire flight attendants to serve as the
cabin crew. The job requires ensuring the safety and comfort of
passengers for a smooth flying experience.
Flight attendants are most likely to work in civil aviation
through commercial airlines, but opportunities also exist on
business jets and military aircraft.

14. Flight attendant Cont….
Skills and requirements: Most companies hiring flight attendants expect
their employees to have senior secondary (10+2) certification or an
equivalent like the general educational development (GED) test.
•A degree in hospitality or travel and tourism can also boost employability
prospects. Most flight attendants also undergo intensive training after
their education.
Having strong communication skills, being fluent in international
languages and proficiency in basic computer skills and math is an added
advantage.

15. Flight attendant Cont….
Some requirements to becoming a flight attendant may
include:
•minimum age of 18 or 21, according to individual airline's
conditions
•minimum height of five feet
•no visible tattoos or piercings

16. Flight attendant Cont….
•physical ability to carry meal carts and open emergency exits
•no history of mental illness
•at least 20/40 vision and competent hearing

17. Air traffic controller
National average salary: ₹2300 Dolars per month
Primary duties: As part of the air traffic control team, air traffic
controllers coordinate aircraft movements to ensure safety,
efficiency and minimal delay. They manage the landing and
take-off of the aircraft at the airport and monitor the airborne
aircraft using radar and other visual aids to ensure security.

18. Air traffic controller cont…
•The work is particularly important in an emergency, such as a
malfunctioning aircraft or challenging weather conditions, and it is the
responsibility of the air traffic controller to ensure the safety of the people
on board.
•Skills and requirements: Skills include staying focused during long shifts
and being responsible for the safety of travellers. To apply for an entry-
level role, such as junior executive controller, it is important to complete a
bachelor's degree such as a BE or a BSc. Studying subjects such as science
and math is also beneficial.

19. Ground staff
National average salary: ₹1200 per month
Primary duties: Working in shifts, the ground staff handles
passenger operations such as transfers, security checks and
accessibility. They usually assist travellers in:
•providing important information and answering queries
•giving them updates on flight details

20. Ground staff cont…
•assisting differently-abled passengers
•helping children flying alone and parents with infants
•performing security checks as necessary
•loading and unloading luggage
•assisting with bookings and ticket modifications

21. Ground staff Cont…
Their primary job is to take care of passengers passing through an airport
and to ensure that their visit proceeds as smoothly as possible.
Skills and requirements: The minimum eligibility criteria usually include
completing the senior secondary (10+2) certification. A diploma or
postgraduate diploma in airport ground staff training can also boost
employability aspects. Specialised courses for soft skills and personality
development may also be beneficial.

22. Baggage handler
National average salary: ₹680 Dolars per month
Primary duties: Baggage handlers are responsible for the safety
and transportation of luggage. They use tractors, conveyor
belts and tugs to transport bags between check-in counters
and their respective flights. Good luggage management is
essential to the smooth operation of any airport.

23. Baggage handler cont…
Here are a few typical responsibilities of a baggage handler:
•collecting checked-in luggage from airport conveyor belts
•moving collected luggage to aircraft
•ensuring luggage safety while loading, unloading or in transit
•watching for any suspicious or harmful items