Tom Fisher
Airline Pilot Air CanadaJob Description
An airline pilot operates complex machinery in a crew (team) environment transporting people and cargo to destinations domestic and international..
The skills required are self motivation, problem solving, physical handling of aircraft, computer skills as well as social and communication skills. You work daily with other highly trained motivated individuals. All the while concentrating on safety, comfort and efficiency,
It is a career that may include travel to many countries experiencing foreign cultures.
Relevant School Subjects
English
Areas Of Expertise
Natural Resources & Transportation
Career Story
After high school I started by acquiring a private pilots license. This was upgraded to a Commercial license and eventually included multi-engine and Instrument ratings. This allowed me to acquire an entrance level job. After attaining 1500 flying hours experience I was qualified to apply for and attained an ATPL (Airline Transport Pilot License). After 11 years in the regional airlines I was hired by Air Canada. Starting out as a junior First Officer on smaller narrow body aircraft (single aisle) I progressed to my current position as a wide body Captain flying to international destinations. To date my career has spanned 37 years.
