Resume Skills and Keywords for Pilot

A pilot works in the aviation sector and is responsible for flying planes and transporting people and freight from one area to another. Pilots can fly a variety of aircraft, including helicopters, huge commercial flights, and cargo planes. They conduct pre-flight inspections and review flight logs to ensure the safety of all crew members and passengers on board. After gaining sufficient experience in the aviation sector, pilots can choose to work as flight instructors or open their own aviation schools.

Skills required for a Pilot's role

  • Units of Measurement 
  • Navigation Computer 
  • Mass and Balance 
  • Fuel Planning 
  • Clear Communication 
  • Situational Awareness 
  • Team Coordination 
  • Flight Operations
  • Pilot-In-Command
  • ATP
  • Company Policies

What recruiters look for in a Pilot's resume: 

  • Proficient in performing pre and post-flight inspections of fuel, equipment, and navigational systems.
  • Highly skilled in operating the aircraft safely and maintaining a good degree of professionalism at all times.
  • Experienced in monitoring weather conditions and communicating with air traffic control during flights.

What can make your Pilot's resume stand out:

A strong summary that demonstrates your skills, experience and background in aviation

  • A licensed aeroplane pilot with strong interpersonal skills and competencies in Crew Resource Management, seeking to work for a top-notch airline to put my skills and experience as a plane pilot to lucrative use. 

Targeted job description 

  • Liaise with co-pilots and flight crew throughout the flight.
  • Update and reassure passengers and crew during emergencies.
  • Determine the safest routes and analyse flight plans prior to takeoff.

Related academic background 

  • International Institute of Aviation | Bachelor of Aviation | 2018 
  • Maharaja Agrasen College | B.Tech | 2015 
  • D.A.V Public School | Higher Secondary | 2011 

Sample Resume of Pilot in Text Format

SAHIL PAHUJA 

Airplane Pilot

96078968672 | pahujasahil@gmail.com | linkedin.com/in/sahil-pahuja | c/41 Huda City Center, Gurgaon 

SUMMARY

A licensed aeroplane pilot with strong interpersonal skills and competencies in Crew Resource Management, seeking to work for a top-notch airline to put my skills and experience as a plane pilot to lucrative use. 

SKILLS 

  • Units of Measurement 
  • Navigation Computer 
  • Mass and Balance 
  • Fuel Planning 
  • Clear Communication 
  • Situational Awareness 
  • Team Coordination 

EXTRA -CURRICULAR 

Volunteering 

  • Volunteered for Clean India Campaign in 2016 and 2019. 
  • Volunteered for the plant a tree Campaign in 2018. 

Participations / Sports 

  • Winner of Inter-College debate competition in 2018. Third prize winner in Quiz for Commerce Students organised by Harvard University in 2017. 

Publications 

  • International Journal of Commerce, April 2017 
  • Conference for Research in Commerce, March 2017 

Languages 

  • English 
  • Hindi 
  • Japanese

EDUCATION 

  • International Institute of Aviation | Bachelor of Aviation | 2018 
  • Maharaja Agrasen College | B.Tech | 2015 
  • D.A.V Public School | Higher Secondary | 2011 

PROFESSIONAL  ENHANCEMENTS 

Certifications 

  • Obtained First Class Medical certificate. 

Courses 

  • Completed online course of Airport Management and Planning. 

Seminars 

  • Attended seminar on International Aerospace Issues held at Dayavati Auditorium. 
  • Attended seminar on Corporate and General Aviation Management. 

EXPERIENCE / INTERNSHIP 

Air India | Co- Pilot | Dec 2018 - Present 

  • Assisting the plane pilot in operating routes and aiding in operating Boeing 757, 727 and 707 models. 
  • Communicating with air traffic control and coordinating with them before takeoff.  
  • Providing reports after landing and Responsible for transporting the plane, passengers, crew, and cargo safely.  
  • Observing the plane's fuel consumption and engine performance and using the aeronautical charts and navigation instruments. 

AEROCADET | Intern 

  • Acquired knowledge of inspecting different aeroplanes for safety and helped seniors in creating flight plans. 
  • Assisted pilots with administrative work before and after each flight.  
  • Increased the flight time from 200-1500 hrs and built ight time on single and multi-engine aeroplanes.