There's a huge demand for airline pilots across the country, especially female pilots, and a South Bay academy is hoping to inspire young students to take an interest in the world of aviation.There's a huge demand for airline pilots across the country, especially female pilots, and a South Bay academy is hoping to inspire young students to take an interest in the world of aviation.
The weekend event gave the students a free introductory flight and simulator lesson and a tour of Sling's aircraft manufacturing facility. As more airlines continue to report staff shortages, there's a big push to get women in the industry. Liknaitzky said it only takes two years to train and qualify to be hired. Plus, salaries start at about $100,000 a year. Instructor Nina Yang started her aviation career as flight attendant and is now a pilot.
SlingPilot Diversity Skill ?
SlingPilot Wait why? What skill set do female pilots have that men don’t?