Being a pilot for a number of years you’ll soon find out that you’re well versed in all things aviation as well as asking yourself the question of questions and that is, would it be more beneficial to be a contract pilot?
The answer is not simple nor straight forward. When considering contract work you must take several factors into account. That being said, if there was ever a time to take the leap, this is it!
There is a soaring demand for contract pilots due to the high demand for private aviation. This increase started due to COVID slowing down the regional airlines. However, when the pandemic started to slow down, the growth did not. The boom in corporate aviation is unprecedented and employers are scrambling to find contract crew.
Let’s highlight some of the upsides of being contract flight crew:
• Having control over your schedule.
• Negotiating your pay.
• Tax advantages.
• Choose which destinations you want to fly to.
• Exposure to different employers could create new job opportunities.
The following considerations might be of value to your personal situation:
• Your family situation: The more flexible you are, the more time you might spend away from your home base.
• Demand for certain pilots and ratings can vary: Make sure you research your marketability and the market!
• Are your physical evaluation and recurrent training up to date?
• Do you have the discipline to be your own boss? Insurances, taxes, bookkeeping; they all become part of your new normal when working as a contract pilot.
There are many successful contract pilots and now it’s easier than ever before for you to be one too!
NVOII will be your stairway into a new era of contract aviation jobs. Download the application and create an account to open the door to new adventures and experiences:
Fill out your profile and let the app find suitable jobs for you! A push notification will be sent once jobs are posted that fit your requirements. All you have to do is apply to the ones that fit your schedule.
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