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CRJ Series Cadet Pilot – Pathway to First Officer

✈️ CRJ Series Cadet Pilot – Pathway to First Officer

Launch your airline career on the CRJ flight deck. As a CRJ Series Cadet Pilot, you’ll receive professional training (no type rating required) and a clear pathway toward meeting ATP/R-ATP milestones while flying to industry standards. This is a permanent role built for current flight students and active CFIs who are ready to accelerate.

  • Employment: Permanent
  • Type Rating: Not required (Training provided)
  • Status: NTR
  • License Required: PPL
  • Open to License Holders: FAA
  • Medical: Class 1
  • Visa Sponsorship: Not provided

✈️ The Opportunity

Step into a structured cadet pathway tailored for the CRJ series. You’ll train to airline standards, refine your skills with CRJ-specific systems and procedures, and progress toward the right seat once ATP/R-ATP requirements are met. If you’re building time as a flight student or actively instructing as a CFI, this is your runway to the regional jet environment.

🧭 Eligibility & Flight-Time Guardrails

  • Must be able to meet the necessary hours and qualifications under ATP or restricted ATP (R-ATP) requirements.
  • Cadets eligible for an R-ATP (1000 or 1250 hours): must have no more than 700 total hours at time of application.
  • Cadets requiring a full ATP (1500 hours): must have no more than 1000 total hours at time of application.

These thresholds help ensure you have ample time in the program to complete training and milestones prior to ATP checkride readiness.

🧰 Minimum Requirements

  • License: PPL (FAA)
  • Type Rating: Not required; CRJ training provided
  • Medical: Class 1 (ability to obtain prior to training)
  • Language: Must be able to speak, read, and write in English

🌟 Additional Requirements

  • Must hold at least a private pilot certificate.
  • Must be a current flight student OR an active CFI who is actively instructing.
  • No more than three checkride failures.
  • No accident or incident determined by the NTSB to be negligent on behalf of the pilot/aviator.
  • Ability to obtain a First Class Medical.
  • Ability to obtain a valid passport.
  • Ability to obtain an FCC Restricted Radio Operator’s Permit.
  • If hired, must be able to demonstrate authorization to work in the United States (visa sponsorship not provided).

🚀 What You’ll Gain

  • Airline-standard training on the CRJ series with a safety-first culture.
  • Structured development aligned to ATP/R-ATP requirements.
  • Mentorship from experienced CRJ pilots and instructors.
  • Permanent employment pathway focused on readiness for the regional jet flight deck.

📨 How to Apply

Ready to advance toward the CRJ flight deck? Submit your application with your most recent logbook summary and verification of your current student/CFI status. Be prepared to confirm eligibility for a Class 1 medical, passport, FCC permit, and U.S. work authorization.

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