What does a Pilot do?

You fly passengers and cargo safely through the skies.

What education does Pilot require?

University of Applied Sciences (24 months)

How much does a Pilot earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 85'000, mid ~CHF CHF 165'000 per year (approximate).

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Pilot

Transport & Logistics

Pilots fly aircraft safely through airspace, transporting passengers or cargo. They are responsible for flight planning, navigation, and the safety of everyone on board. The profession demands the highest levels of concentration and a sense of responsibility.

Entry

~CHF 85'000

CHF 7'083/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 165'000

CHF 13'750/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 220'000

CHF 18'333/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelUniversity of Applied Sciences

Duration24 months

Your path to Pilot

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Secondary School

You are here

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Decision

Apprenticeship + BMS → UASHigh School → UAS (with internship)FMS + Baccalaureate → UAS

Preparation3–5 years

Vocational or specialized baccalaureate

University of Applied Sciences3 years

Bachelor's degree

Optional: Master UAS1.5–2 years

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Career Start

Bachelor/Master

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Starting salary: CHF 85'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics8/10

🔬 Science7/10

💻 IT7/10

🔧 Manual7/10

🎨 Artistic2/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance5/10

🎨 Creativity2/10

🤝 Social Contact6/10

💪 Physical Demands4/10

📈 Career Growth8/10

🔮 Future Outlook7/10

🔥 Demand (current)4/10

✨ AI Risk3/10

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