Government Flyng Jobs

[dudemize]

Shoreflyer,

I think the only customs jobs available right now are those supervisory pilot positions for current employees only. The ones my buddies interviewed for are no longer open. Although they interviewed almost 6 months ago and no one has heard anything yet.

 

[ShoreFlyer]

Guess I will have to keep my eyes open..I am currently in the airlines and it does not look promising. Everyone is racing to the bottom in wages. Retirements are being cancelled and Benefits cost an arm and a leg..Government jobs looking better every day just for the job security and retirement. And most are paying more then the airlines...

 

[pilot_guy]

more than just a job...

This is more than job security and retirement and good pay. Wonder why they pay so well? There is a risk factor involved here, and moreso than the everyday calculated risk of flying.

Bullets go both ways guys...if you're looking at this route for the money, keep in mind that you can get hurt here, especially flying Border Patrol, or anything else low level.

Good luck to you, and don't take this as a slight. Not saying you haven't thought it out. I know it's more than just a paycheck and lifestyle. Perhaps I'm too idealistic, and believe there is a duty to be fulfilled? Guess I'm looking to make a difference and bag a few badguys in the process. Then again, I've never wanted to be an airliner in the first place, and didn't come into aviation seeking the big bucks.

Just hope you come to the agency with the ideal of serving, not being merely a pilot.

 

[FlyGirlFelicia]

Border Patrol Requirements

Basic Pilot Qualifications

Technical Requirements
To qualify, Airplane Pilot applicants must possess a current FAA commercial pilot certificate with

• a single-engine land airplane class rating;
• a multi-engine land airplane class rating; and
• an instrument-airplane rating.

To qualify, Aircraft Pilot applicants must possess the previous requirements plus

• a helicopter rotorcraft class rating; and
• an instrument-helicopter rating.

To qualify, P-3 Pilot applicants must possess a current FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with

• a multi-engine land airplane class rating; and
• an instrument airplane rating.

P-3 pilot applicants must also possess Pilot in Command/Aircraft Commander experience in any P-3 or its civilian counterpart, the L-188 Electra. Applicants applying based on civilian experience must possess an Air Transport Pilot certificate with an L-188 type rating. Successful completion of the Navy P-3 Naval Air Training and Operating Procedures Standardization Program (NATOPS) and designation as Aircraft Commander fully meets this requirement.



Flight Hour Requirements
Applicants must meet the following minimum flight time requirements:
Total flight time:1500 hours

Pilot in Command:250 hours

Multi-engine Aircraft:500 hours

Instrument (10 Actual):75 hours

Night Flying:75 hours Flying Time, last 12 months:100 hours





Note: All candidates who are establishing eligibility based upon military flight experience must provide official orders, forms, or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot. Other pilot certificates that meet or exceed the requirements of the Commercial Pilot Certificate are also acceptable, e.g., an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate.



Medical Requirements
All applicants must also possess a valid FAA class II medical certificate.



Age Requirements
In accordance with Public Law 100-238, this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions; therefore, candidates must be appointed before reaching their 37th birthday unless they presently serve or have previously served in a Federal civilian law enforcement retirement-covered position.



Unless P-3 Pilot applicants have previously worked under the Federal Law Enforcement System, they must be appointed before reaching their 40th birthday.

Citizenship Requirements
Candidates must be United States citizens at the time of application and must present proof of citizenship upon selection.

 

[ShoreFlyer]

Links seem to be broken..What were they to ?

 

[RipCurl]

We also operate jumpships (smokejumpers), survey aircraft, photo aircraft, etc.

What is the best way to get into one of these positions?