Pilot Shortage In The US Air Force Is More Than 2,000 Pilots - Civil Air Patrol

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Published 2019-09-17

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The pilot shortage in the united states and around the world is real. Commercial airlines are desperate for new pilots since older pilots are going into retirement. But the US military is also short of pilots; about 2,000 pilots to be more exact.

The civil air patrol is an auxiliary of the air force. They have several mission and one is to educate youngsters and bring them into the aviation community. It’s a legitimate path for young man or woman to join the United States Air Force.

In the video we interview Joe and Mike, both senior civil air patrol members and they inform us on how the program runs. If you are interested in the civil air patrol program or joint the airfare, check out www.gocivilairpatrol.com/

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All Comments (21)

@tomdavison9107 4 years ago

The problem is not with people wanting to join to be pilots, but with retention of pilots. Multiple deployments away from families and the ability of airlines to pay high salaries contribute to the shortage.
@fox2102 4 years ago

So glad you did a video on the civil air patrol. I joined up a few months ago as a non-pilot senior member. I am so impressed with what I've seen so far. The opportunities awarded to the cadets is amazing. Each cadet is allowed 5 flights in a powered aircraft and 4 flights in a glider aircraft where they can take the controls. Additionally there are programs within civil air patrol where cadets can get their private pilots license completely funded by the Air Force.
@alexworks9659 4 years ago

I was in Civil Air Patrol. Got my glider pilots license, did ELT searches, worked with fire dept. rescue and had a blast! Actually joined USAF as an starting as an E-3 because of it. Great organization!
@hahaLOLhaha72 4 years ago

CAP overall is a good deal. There are some good benefits and training for those intrested in aviation. But whatever you do just make sure you get into a good squadron I can't stress this enough!
@Mrgui110tine 4 years ago

RIP Rex Glasgow Iowa Wing. Opened doors for me and made my childhood amazing.
@KimateRichards 4 years ago

I am a cap member for as long as they will have me. Great service and a way to give back to the aviation community.
@pierrepiea3279 1 year ago

Almost five years in CAP. Cannot say enough good things about it. I am a mission observer in the air and have met the most amazing people. When I was involved in a unit with cadets, I saw amazing changes in youth. Civil Air Patrol teaches leadership, discipline, and excellence. It is a wonderful program for youth and adults. I am currently training in FEMA GIS disaster analysis. My math teachers are rolling in their graves because I am up in the air doing math in my head and am now so sorry I was such an eye rolling teen. I am a better person at 64 because of Civil Air Patrol.
@thaddeusspendlove7437 4 years ago

It’s a really great program if you’re lucky enough to get a good squadron.
@legionelite7538 4 years ago

09065 Cadet Here.... 4yrs Rescue Specialist and I was privileged to be apart of something much bigger than myself. I'm 38yrs old now and everything I learned as a youngster in the civil air patrol carried over in my adult life... If it wasn't for this program it would be impossible for me to have made it through the many challenges and disappointments in life alone.... Thank you CAP... you gave me the mindset and additional tools I needed to conquer any obstacle ahead of me!
@bobvorwald9737 4 years ago

Thanks for sharing. Good information
@Doubledeckerdog 4 years ago

Thanks for highlighting the ap
@TangoDeltaDelta 4 years ago

Great info about the CAP that isn't often heard.
@jorgetadeusilvagomes9794 1 year ago

Thank You Sir for Your informations
@peterxyz3541 4 years ago

Friend was in CAP and encouraged me to join but didn’t have the time. I’m considering joining now.
@aaronthomas8834 4 years ago

I didn’t know PDK had a squadron! Nice! I was in CAP as a cadet and an officer as a senior member/pilot. Great organization
@mauriceevans6546 4 years ago

Great video.
@Lukas-zt5jo 4 years ago

Im in the civil air patrol currently working on becoming an NCO, (currently a Cadet Senior Airman) I am part of the Southeast Composite Scuadron in Minnesota with about 38 other cadets. I highly recomend Joining CAP, and there is a heck of a lot more than just flying. My father was a Cadet in the Civil Air Patrol and had a blast as Well, he got to the rank of Leutenant Colonel and almost got to the rank of Colonel but ended up having to leave for basic training before being able to achive that. I am currently working on getting my private gliders licence working up to my commercial pilots licence for both fixed wing and helicopter in the future.
@teachlearner5089 2 years ago

Good video!
@robertmoore5002 4 years ago

As a 29 year old, my heart breaks that I didnt know of the Civil Air Patrol until maybe 3 years ago.
@ViperPilot16 3 years ago

I know this is an old video, but I was a CAP Cadet for 3 years (I know not long, but I was forced to leave since my family was moving away, and we could pay dues), and I had the best time of my life. At the time I was planning on getting into the USAF, but latter down the road that didn't happen. Now I'm going for my Airline Transport Pilot rating, and joining as a Senior Member, hopefully as a pilot. If you don't want to do anything remotely to do with the military then stay far away. If you like Aviation then it is a pretty good deal. Also the final Orientation Flight is a Solo. PS: I love the look of the CAP planes just such a good livery.