ATLANTA, GA – Aviation Information Resources, Inc. (AIR, Inc.) the largest, and most reliable career information source for pilots, has released its Jan ‘00 - Dec ‘00 Pilot Interview Statistics. The information published in the attached statistics table was taken from their database of 1,552 pilots who interviewed between January 1 and December 31, 2000. The Pilot Interview Statistics, divided by military and civilian pilot background, will help the interviewing pilot determine what qualifications a competitive candidate possesses in these two communities.

“According to our Jan ‘00 - Dec ‘00 Pilot Interview Statistics, civilian pilots make up 60% of those hired by airlines,” said Kit Darby, president of AIR, Inc. “The age range for civilian new-hires at the major airlines spans from 23 to 54 years-old, with the average age being 33.7 years and 5,678 total hours and 36.8 years and 3,725 total hours for pilots with a military background. Of those civilian pilots interviewed at the majors, 24% have corrected vision, 89% have a 4 year degree or higher, 97% have an ATP and 84% an FEw.” If the interviewing pilot is younger than average, or if they are starting a new career later in life, they need not have the average flight time or ratings to be competitive. “As future airline pilots approach competitive qualifications and experience levels, they must strive to be both patient and persistent to ensure they have the best chance at the job they want. In today’s record job market, if they meet the minimums, they should apply,” Mr. Darby added. AIR, Inc. is forecasting over 14,500 new airline pilot jobs in 2001.

For additional information on pilot hiring, qualifications, compensation, or benefits, please call AIR, Inc.