Military pilots fulfill their dream of flying while serving their country. They develop flight plans, conduct combat missions, transport equipment, and patrol areas. As fighter pilots, they must have quick reflexes and remain calm under pressure. Pilot training is a two-year program that includes classroom instruction, flight simulators, and basic flight training. Military pilots take off and land from runways and aircraft carriers anywhere in the world in all weather conditions. Their hours depend on their rank, and they are always on the move if stationed on an aircraft carrier.

1. By Jonathan Terriquez P.4

2. When I think of being a
pilot for the air force its
for the country and to
fulfill my only dream
job. Most of the people
that are fighter pilots do
it for their country their
not looking for rewards.

3. They develop flight
plans showing air routes.
Perform combat
maneuvers, transport
equipment, and patrol
areas to carry out flight
missions. Responsible for
combat missions and
crew.

4. When you’re a fighter
pilot you can be called
up at any time. They
have to learn all the
controls and procedures.
This job is unique
because you have to
have good reflexes and
have a cool head under
pressure.

5. Airplane pilots may be
stationed at airbases or
aboard aircraft carriers
anywhere in the world.
They fly in all types of
weather conditions.
Military pilots take off
and land on airport
runways and aircraft
carrier landing decks.

6. The hours that you work
depend on what rank
you are. Your always on
the move if your on a air
craft carrier.

7. Determination to
complete a very
demanding training
program. Self-confidence
and ability to remain
calm in stressful
situations. Strong desire
to fly airplanes

8. Pilot training is a 2 year
program. Initial training
includes time spent in
flight simulators,
classroom training, officer
training, and basic flight
training.
Course content typically
includes:
Aircraft aerodynamics
Federal Aviation Administration
(FAA) regulations
Foul weather flying
Jet and propeller engine
operation
You also have to have a 4 Operation of aircraft navigation
year college degree systems

9. In peace time the
services have about
16,000 airplane pilots. In
times of military action
the number may be
different, depending on
the type of specialties
required.

10. You can advance in your
rank. If you move up in
rank you get paid more
and have more
opportunities to fly
special missions.