The Austrian army is looking for young, ambitious women and men who want to realize the dream of flying. The military pilot training at the Armed Forces offers a unique combination of flying excellence, technical precision and a meaningful profession in the air forces.
Defense Minister Klaudia Tanner: “To be a pilot at the Bundesheer is a dream job. We are looking for the best people for this. Our air forces are currently being modernized with new aircraft and helicopters. Our pilots receive excellent training and have excellent professional perspectives. If you want to be able to protect neutrality. Of course, this also applies to peace times. Air forces are essential, which is why the fighter of the fighter planes, transport aircraft and the helicopter are renewed and expanded. ”
The way to the cockpit begins today
Before moving to basic military service, you can apply for the military pilot career and subsequently take the investigation into military flying suitability. In order for the training to be started, in addition to psychological and physical fitness, a completed apprenticeship or a technical school qualification as well as at least at least seven rating digits is required. In order to become a pilot of the Kampf-Jet Eurofighter, the Matura is also required. There must be no criminal records. Furthermore, the applicant must be suitable for color and may have a maximum of ± 5 diopters.
Anyone who exists the selection process goes through a structured, multi-stage training that lasts at least three years: from the general ceremic attendant training to practical flight training to specialization as a operating pilot on helicopters, transport or fighter planes. The suitability, the needs of the associations and the request of the applicant are the basis for decision -making, whether you are trained on a fighter plane, on transport aircraft or helicopter for the operational pilot. The greatest need currently exists on helicopter pilots. “I am happy about everyone who chooses this path to serve their country and get good training.”
Future with responsibility and perspective
In addition to exciting technology and comradely team spirit, the profession of military pilot offers a clear career perspective with attractive payment. From the seventh month, flight students earn around 3,000 euros gross – as fully trained operations pilots, there are 7,160 ꞓ gross from the first year.
Further information and contact options can be found online at: karriere.bundesheer.at/karriere/militaerpilot
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