Articles for tag Helicopter Jobs
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Jun
09
2025
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Posted by Admin
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The vertical-lift industry has experienced a profound transformation over the past several decades, particularly in the areas of pilot and mechanic training and hiring. From a system once dominated by military influence, to one now driven by civilian training pipelines, the evolution has been shaped by shifts in global defense structures, advancements in aircraft technology, and changes in economic incentives within industry.
In the 1970s and 1980s, the U.S. military was the primary source of trained vertical-lift pilots and mechanics. With Vietnam War-era flight programs and post-war military infrastructure still robust, thousands of well-trained pilots and maintainers exited the service with not only skill, but also experience. These individuals fed the civil vertical-lift market, populating every sector from EMS to law enforcement, utility to offshore, and corporate to tourism.
Military-trained pilots were well-versed in flight under pressure, decision-making in critical situations, and operating a wide variety of platforms. Mechanics came with rigorous maintenance discipline, strong work ethics, and experience on military-grade aircraft, many of which shared similarities with their civil counterparts. Employers benefited from this steady stream of talent—already trained, experienced, and ready for work.
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May
31
2021
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Posted by Admin
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RPMN: What is your current position?
I am currently a Civilian Pilot II, or PIC, flying the AW139 for the Maryland State Police. We primarily provide Medevac services for the state of Maryland as well as search/rescue and law enforcement services. We operate with crews of two pilots and two state trooper/medics at seven 24/7 bases across the state.
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