Originally Posted by
jfergus333
Hi all!
I am a Junior in high school, and I am planning to apply to the Auburn Aviation Program next year and I also plan to apply to the Delta Propel Program. I was just wondering, with all the talk of the Boeing NMA, how likely is it that pilots are forced to operate remotely or are even replaced by AI? Will this happen within my generation?
This site has really helped me in choosing my career path and thank y’all so much!
Jack
No, if you want to be a pilot, there will be a job, do not worry about that. As mentioned though, life has many detours in store for you, many of which you can not conceive of. I understand at 17, you are indestructible/going to live forever, but as you mature, you will slowly get more pragmatic.
Get the best education in something you may enjoy in case aviation isn't the best course someday.
All it takes is one serious accident, medical diagnosis, etc to lose your medical clearance to be a pilot.
There are some people who simply don't like the lifestyle.
Bottom line, get an education, have a backup plan, enjoy the journey, and yes there will be jobs flying planes for the next 50 years.