Not All Aviation Takes Place in the Air
There is so much more to the world of aviation than flying an airplane. Aviation businesses need thousands of people in addition to pilots to turn flying from simply a passion into a dynamic driver of our economy.
As an aviation business professional, you might:
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Crunch numbers, ensure everyone gets paid, and balance the books, with a role in accounting or finance;
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Interview potential new hires, manage schedules, and support employees in a human resources career;
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Create, implement, monitor, and provide corrective actions as an aviation safety professional; or
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Run the day-to-day operations of an airport with a role in airport management.
And that’s just the nose of the jumbo jet. Aviation businesses also need help with aircraft dispatch, marketing, logistics, education, and research, just to name a few. Keep exploring to find out about what pursuing a career in aviation business might look like for you.
Is Aviation Business For You?
If you can say "yes” to any of the following questions, a career in aviation business could be a good career fit for you.
Do you love the idea of being part of a team that moves people around the world safely, but from behind the scenes and within your area of business interest?
Does managing, strategizing, and building an organization to be the best it can be sound appealing to you?
Do you have a passion for flight but don’t necessarily see yourself in the cockpit of an airplane?
Would you enjoy inspiring other people in an organization to work together toward a common goal?
Would you like to share your passion for aviation by bringing flight to more of the world?
Explore Aviation Business Pathways
Aviation, just like any other industry, needs people on the ground to run the day-to-day operations. If you like working with numbers, people, or want to make flying safer, a career in aviation business could be for you.
Venture into a career in the business side of aviation by creating your free AeroEducate account today.
Demand & Compensation
Aviation Business Facts
It only took 11 years from the Wright brothers’ first successful powered flight in 1903 for someone to launch the first scheduled passenger airline.
Internet and online ticket purchases were introduced in 1995 by Alaska Airlines.
Civil Aviation directly makes up more than 2.3% of the U.S. Gross Domestic Product, contributes $850 billion in total economic activity and supports over 4 million jobs.
U.S. domestic businesses spent nearly $14 billion in activities related to aviation R&D and innovation.
Inspiring Aviation Business Testimonials
Letting your dreams take flight is easier than you think — we can help.
Customer Service Director
Airbus Americas, Inc.
Samantha Lawrence
"As part of Airbus' Customer Support team I help JetBlue Airways and American Airlines keep their aircraft flying. I love traveling, helping people and solving problems - and my job allows me to do all three! There are lots of non-technical roles in aviation, including mine - you do not have to be an engineer, mechanic or pilot. Work hard, don't give up, ask lots of questions, share your ideas and you can turn your interest in aviation into a great career - it worked for me and can for you, too!"
Supplier Support Management Manager
Mai Dang
"To me there is nothing more incredible than the aerospace industry. I have always loved flying on an aircraft or just being at an airport immersed in the atmosphere. I love that I am able to see what happens from behind the scenes. This industry is so big that you really never stop learning and have a lot of opportunities to explore new interesting areas, you will always be a part of a family that shares the same passion for aviation. Don’t be discouraged from what you might think the industry is all about, never think that you cannot be a part of this world of aviation."
Account Director
Giovanni Ramos
"As a young kid, I used to go airplane spotting at San Francisco international airport with my older brother. Little did I know this passion would turn into a career for me. As an Account Director, my job is to ensure that airlines and airframe MROs have the support and parts needed to perform all of the scheduled maintenance to return airworthy aircraft back into the air. The best part about working in aviation is that you get to see the world, help others indirectly see the world, and you always learn something new every day."
Developed in Cooperation with Airbus
AeroEducate was developed with support from multiple industry leaders. Each partner has contributed their input, ideas for activities, and support to ensure that this program is successful. They have helped create activities and develop the career pathways that you can use to help guide you on your journey into the world of aviation.
