Pilot

We employ some of the most advanced aircraft in the world to complete our missions and defend our country. Utilizing extraordinary skill and precision, Air Force Pilots push each aircraft’s limits with complete control. While successfully completing their missions is paramount, their role as leaders and character models and training and commanding crews is just as important. These skilled professionals deploy around the world to wherever there’s a need as fighters, trainers, bombers, advisors and more.

Relevant Interests and Skills

  • Aircraft Flight

Career Tasks

  1. Master of all aspects of advanced aviation.
  2. Plan and prepare for missions.
  3. Specialize in a specific aircraft and skill set.
  4. Lead and train a crew.

Service Commitment A Duty and an Honor

After completing all Air Force ROTC and academic degree requirements, cadets accept a commission as second lieutenants in the Air Force or Space Force, appointed by the President of the United States. The length of your initial service commitment depends on your career. Most officers have a four-year, active-duty service commitment. Pilots have a 10-year, active-duty service commitment, and both Combat System Officers and Air Battle Managers have a six-year service commitment upon completion of their respective training. Nursing graduates accept a commission in the Air Force Nurse Corps and serve four years on active duty after completing their licensing examination.

Get Started Launch Your Career

Apply Now