By: Saif MalikL.A. 8-9April 30

Air Force Pilot

Flying In

Air Force pilot- Fly military aircrafts (mainly planes) for government

Related careers- Soldier, Private pilot Reasons:

Salary Free medical and dental care, retirement plan,

discounts on amusement parks, restaurants, tax, grocery stores, etc...

Supply and Demand (not a big supply). Serve the country. Get to travel the globe.

And Many More

Career Intel

Provide air support . Attack enemies. Defend positions. Escort V.I.P.s

History

First recorded aerial warfare happened in 1700s when the French used hot air balloons to track enemy movement.

The U.S. Air Force formed in 1907. In 1947 Air Force formed separate branch

in military.

Education

Must do math, computer science, &, science.

Gym, geography, aviation, & military training is helpful.

Must at least have high school G.E.D.

Must be a co-pilot before flying on your own.

Education continued

Lewis University-Aviation Degree Located in Romeoville, IL Cost per year: $25,000 Total cost: $166,578.93

1 year 4 year$0

$50,000

$100,000

$150,000

$200,000

$$COST$$

$$COST$$

Aptitude

Fast reflexes Math Science Technology P.E.

Personality traits

Optimistic Cope with pressure To be adventuress. To be active.

Personal Qualifications

U.S. Citizen

Be 17-27 years old to start.

Salary

For 25 yrs. in service $118,400-$280,440.

Based on years served & skill.

Rankings

SecondLieutenant

First Lieutenant Captain

Major Lieutenant Colonel Colonel Brigadier

General Major

General Lieutenant

General General

Interview Randal J. DeMik

Director of graduate studies in Aviation and Transportation

Associate Professor Lewis University

Former pilot Current Responsibilities:

Teaching flight At Lewis University. Education:

P.H.D. in aerospace technology, pro-flight Master's degree in Human Resource Development

Interview Continued

Grew up around planes, dad was a private pilot.

Was a pilot for exactly 30 years. Likes:

Professional environment. The adventures.

Dislike: Being away from family. Long hours.

Even though he loves teaching he would like to go back to flying in 5 years for United Airways.

The Decision

To choose or not to choose.

Yes!!! Adventuress Employment opportunities almost

guaranteed. Salary is reasonable. Great benefits.

Works Cited

“A Typical Day”. 2012. http://www.defencejobs.gov. WebCamelo, Wilson. The U.S. Air Force and Military Careers.

Berkeley Heights, N.J.: Enlslow Publishers, 2006. PrintDonovan, Sandy. The U.S. Air Force. Minneapolis: Learner

Publications Compas, 2005. PrintMorkes, Andrew. “Military Careers”. Encyclopedia of Careers,

2003. Print“Officer Pay”. 2012. http://www.airforce.com. WebRandal J. DeMik. Personal Interview. 27 April 2012.

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