How do they match: Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers

  • Plan and formulate flight activities and test schedules and prepare flight evaluation reports.
  • File instrument flight plans with air traffic control to ensure that flights are coordinated with other air traffic.
  • Start engines, operate controls, and pilot airplanes to transport passengers, mail, or freight, adhering to flight plans, regulations, and procedures.
  • Steer aircraft along planned routes, using autopilot and flight management computers.

  • Plan flight operations.
  • Meet with coworkers to communicate work orders or plans.