Webinar: Pilot Hiring Trends and Insights with James Onieal

Pilot Hiring Trends and Insights with James Onieal.

The pilot hiring landscape continues to evolve, and staying informed is essential for every career-minded aviator. Watch this webinar with James Onieal, a familiar name to Flight Training Central and IFR Focus readers, as he breaks down the latest trends in pilot recruitment.

James discusses:

• Who’s actively recruiting right now

• Which carriers are accelerating their hiring timelines

• What makes pilots stand out in today’s competitive market

• How AI is influencing pilot recruitment

• Strategies for low-time pilots to build hours and prepare for success

Whether you’re just starting your training or already building time, this video will provide actionable insights to help you chart your path forward.

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Eric Radtke

It was his first airplane trip at age seven that made Eric decide to become a pilot. "While boarding the airplane, a flight attendant noticed my interest in the flight deck and urged me to go talk to the pilot. I give a lot of credit to that pilot for my career choice." Eric earned a bachelor’s degree in finance and went on to an airline career. He learned to fly at Sporty’s as part of the University of Cincinnati’s Professional Pilot Program, an initiative he later directed.Eric now manages Sporty’s media network including FlightTrainingCentral.com. In addition, Eric serves as a Captain in a Cincinnati-based corporate flight department.

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