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Flight Engineer


Flight engineers (second officers) monitor the functioning of aircraft during flight and may assist in flying aircraft. 

 

Possible Titles:

air pilot
captain - air transport
check pilot
chief flying instructor
chief pilot
co-pilot
flight engineer
flying instructor
helicopter pilot
military pilot
pilot instructor
second officer
test pilot

Responsibilities:

Flight Engineers can perform some or all of the following duties:

  • Monitor operation of engines, fuel consumption and functioning of aircraft systems during flight
  • Assist captain and first officer in operation of aircraft as second officer.

Employment Requirments:

  • Completion of secondary school and graduation from a certified flying or aviation school are required.
  • A commercial pilot's licence or an air transport pilot's licence is required.
  • Additional licences or endorsements to fly different types of aircraft are required.
  • A university degree or college diploma may be required.
  • Structured training is provided by employers.

Courtesy of: Human Resources and Skills Development Canada

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