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The term First Officer refers to a commercial airline pilot who flies as the co pilot (second in command) alongside the Captain. A pilot usually begins as a trainee or cadet then earns a Commercial Pilot License (CPL) completes required flight hours and ratings. Once those are done and depending on airline demand they can step into their first role as a First Officer.

What steps lead to becoming a First Officer

The path to starting as a First Officer typically includes:

  • Finishing 10+2 (preferably with Physics & Maths) if in India.

  • Getting a CPL along with necessary instrument and multi engine ratings.

  • Accumulating sufficient flight hours (often through training instructor jobs or small plane flights) and clearing medical and other regulatory requirements.

  • Then applying to airlines once selected and type rated for a particular aircraft you join as a First Officer.

Rough timeline When pilots typically start as First Officer

The length of time varies widely depending on training hours logged and airline hiring needs.

  • After finishing CPL and initial flying hours some pilots may get a First Officer posting within 12-18 months (if hiring and training permit).

  • For many gaining enough experience and required flight hours may take 1-2 years (or more) from the start of training before getting the First Officer job.

Why this role matters at the start of a pilot's career

Starting as a First Officer gives a new pilot essential real world experience: handling flights working under a Captain's supervision learning cockpit protocols communication safety procedures all while building flight hours. This role acts as the launch pad for a long aviation career with good performance and hours a First Officer can eventually become a Senior First Officer and later a Captain.

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