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 Preparing
A Professional Pilot Resume
It is true many major carriers do not request a resume,
and during the interview process, the interviewer will refer
primarily to you company application. However, a concise,
error-free resume will add a professional, organized touch
to your "paperwork" presentation. A resume also comes in
handy if there is special information you want the interviewer
to know but can find no appropriate place on the company
application to list these important facts. Writing your
own resume and completing company applications can be relatively
"pain free" if you spend the time to collect all the information
you need BEFORE beginning the writing process. This information
has been provided to help you in composing both your resume
and specific company applications. Sections Include: Points
To Remember, Resume & Application Information/Resume Writing
Examples, Resume Layout Example.
POINTS TO REMEMBER
RESUME
- It is best if your resume is one page
- Have your resume professionally printed
- Use white or light ivory colored paper, 25lb., 100%
cotton weight. Use the same paper for your resume, cover
letter and reference sheet
- Do not put the word "resume" on your resume.
- Do not include references on your resume. References
should be on a separate sheet
- Do not leave employment gaps of more than 2 months
- Basically list only your "adult work history." If
you worked during high school or college, list your
descriptions under EDUCATION and place it after the
listing of your degrees and/or course work title
EXAMPLE
- B.S. in Aviation Management from Metropolitan State
College. To assist with college and flight training
expenses worked all four years as a fueler/airplane
scheduler/ground instructor for local FBO
- You may title your separate sections whatever you
please (i.e., Work History could be Experience, Employment
History, etc.). No matter what titles you choose every
resume should include:
- Flight Time/Certifications/Ratings, Employment History,
Education
- Individualized sections may include:
- Specialized Training, Community Involvement, Interests,
Honors/Awards
- You may list your PERSONAL INFORMATION (birthdate,
height/weight, etc.) but it is not necessary
APPLICATIONS
- It is important that your application is presented
as professionally as possible. Remember, this information
is YOU on paper
- Unless it specifically states to "PRINT" or unless
you have incredibly fine penmanship it is much easier
to read if it is typed
- Leave no blank spaces. If a question is not applicable
to you write "N/A"
- As stated earlier, the company application will
be the primary information source for the interviewer.
For this reason it is important to use all available
space on the application to point out any special traits
or experiences you may possess. Many applications ask
questions such as "Is there any other information you
would like us to take into consideration?" Use this
space to sell yourself! For example: if there has been
no place on the application to list you community involvement,
or no opportunity to discuss your college scholarships
or military flying awards… this type of question would
be the place to briefly list these facts
RESUME AND APPLICATION INFORMATION COLLECTING
&
RESUME WRITING EXAMPLES
Compile this information before filling out any applications
or writing your resume. Check off each item after completion.
FLIGHT TIME
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____ List specific flight time/certifications/ratings
____ List types of aircraft flown |
WORK HISTORY
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____ List ALL your work history
beginning with the most recent. Include military
service, company names, dates employed, job title,
job duties (list in order of importance)
____ List reasons for leaving (return to school,
advancement, company furlough, etc.)
____ List any awards of achievements through you
employment
____ List names, addresses and phone numbers of
possible referencesRESUME EXAMPLE
Your job description may need only be as simple
as this:
ABC Airlines - January 1984 to December
1990
Los Angeles, California
First Officer: B-737-300
Or you may need, or want, to be a bit more specific:
XYZ Flight Center (FAR Part 141 Flight
School) - June 1984 to July 1987
Denver, Colorado
CFI-I: Conducted private, commercial, flight and
instrument instruction
United States Air Force - January 1970
to December 1987
Los Angeles, California (final assignment)
Primary positions included Aircraft Commander, Instructor
Pilot and scheduling Officer. Entered the service
as a Second Lieutenant, retired as Lt. Colonel
Top Graduate of Squadron Officers School. 1986 USAF
Flying Safety Award
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EDUCATION AND SPECIALIZED TRAINING
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____ List all your formal education
beginning with the most recent. Include Degree received
and/or area of study. Name of school, city, state
____ List any awards or achievements, outstanding
grade point average (GPA), scholarships or information
concerning how you funded your education. Include
any offices help or sports played
____ List any specialized training you have taken
on your ownRESUME EXAMPLE - Formal
Education
- B.A. in Aviation Management. Metropolitan
State College, Denver, Colorado
Graduated with GPA of 3.5/4.0 scale. Funded
entire college education and flight training
through part-time employment and scholastic
scholarships. Four years Ellis Scholarship Award.
Two years Achievement Scholarship
- (If you did not graduate) Studies in Aviation
Management at Metropolitan State College - 2
years
RESUME EXAMPLE - Specialized
Training
- Graduate of Mountain Flying Program and
Advanced Aerobatics from ABC Aviation College,
Denver, Colorado
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COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
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____ List any current or continuing
volunteer experience. Volunteer title, name of volunteer
organization, basic duties, awards or achievements
receivedRESUME EXAMPLE
- Committee Member for local Red Cross Emergency
Housing. During family emergencies or natural
disasters secure housing, food and clothing
for those needing assistance. Volunteer of the
Month - June 1988
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INTERESTS/HONORS OR AWARDS
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____ List any hobbies or interests.
Be specific if you have unusually in-depth interests
or interests which are applicable to flying. This
section is for honors or awards which do not fit
under the headings of EDUCATION, WORK HISTORY OR
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENTRESUME EXAMPLE
- Ranked #4 in the state in both singles and
doubles tennis 1989 and 1990
- Restore antique airplanes. Restore and sell
an average of 2 airplanes per year
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MISCELLANEOUS
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Accidents/Incidents/Violations
____ Although this information will NOT be on
your resume, you will need specific information
in order to complete company applications. Begin
immediately to collect all the necessary paperwork
Now is the time to start collecting all your
documentation
____ Update your logbooks. (No matter what your
experience level major carriers want specific, clear
descriptions of your flight time.)
____ Write away for your driving record, FAA records
and educational transcripts
____ Your passport should be up-to-date
____ Gather all the originals of your licenses and
make clear copies
____ Have your past employers and personal contacts
write their letters of reference. Keep a file of
all these letters
____ Make sure you are fully aware of any medical
situation which could cause problems during your
company physical. Have your cholesterol, blood pressure,
weight, eyes and hearing checked
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John Smith
1122 Anyplace Avenue
Denver, Colorado 80000
Primary Number 303/555-1212, Messages Taken at 303/555-1313
or 719/555-1414
Objective
Flight Officer
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TOTAL FLIGHT TIME |
7,985 |
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- Pilot in Command:
- Turbojet:
- Turboprop:
- Multi-Engine:
- Instructor:
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xxxx
xxxx
xxxx
xxxx
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CERTIFICATIONS |
- Airline Transport Pilot: Airplane
Multi-Engine Land
- Commercial Privileges: Airplane
Single Engine Land
- Flight Instructor: Airplane Single
Engine Land and Instrument
- Flight Engineer Written Exam:
FEB/FEJ
- FAA Class 1 Medical
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EXPERIENCE
ABC Airways, Inc. - August
1987 to present
Boston, Massachusetts. FAR Part 121 scheduled air carrier
DEF Airlines, Inc. - August
1983 to June 1987 (periodic employment as needed)
Westerly, Rhode Island. FAR Part 135 scheduled commuter
and charter
GHI Airlines, Inc. - April
1986 to October 1987
Los Angeles, California. FAR Part 135 scheduled commuter
JKL Flight, Inc. - July
1984 to March 1986
Manchester, New Hampshire. FAR Part 121/135 scheduled commuter
MNO Aviation, Inc. - September
1981 to June 1984
Greeley, Colorado. FAR Part 141 flight school
PQR Flight Center - February
1980 to September 1981
Watkins, Colorado
EDUCATION
Studies in Education at The University of
New Hampshire - 2 years
Graduate of the Fixed Wing Professional Pilot Program. ABC
Aviation College, Los Angeles, California
REFERENCES: Available upon request.
AVAILABILITY: Immediate, two weeks notice preferred.
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Preparing
A Professional Pilot Resume
