Pilot Careers – Qualified Pilot Pathway

About the role

Airline Pilot – Qualified Pilot Pathway | FedEx
FedEx is one of the world's largest cargo airlines, operating a global air network supported by more than 5,800 pilots and a fleet of over 400 aircraft.

The company transports millions of packages every day, connecting destinations through an extensive domestic and international network. FedEx Flight Operations combines advanced aircraft technology with a strong focus on safety, integrity, leadership and professionalism.

FedEx is looking for highly skilled pilots who demonstrate technical proficiency, sound judgement and a commitment to operational excellence.

Job Description
FedEx offers career opportunities for experienced pilots through its Qualified Pilot Pathway.

As a FedEx pilot, you will operate within a large-scale global cargo network, supporting domestic and international flight operations. The role requires a high level of technical competence, leadership, decision-making and professionalism.

Candidates must meet the applicable FAA, FCC, TSA and Department of Transportation requirements, together with the company's flight-hour and experience criteria.

FedEx highlights schedule flexibility, daytime flying opportunities and a combination of domestic and international operations.

Requirements

• English language proficiency.
• Proven leadership ability.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Accurate and timely decision-making, including effective threat and error management.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work day or night schedules, including weekends and public holidays.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Current valid U.S. passport and any additional travel documentation required.
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is preferred.

• Applicants must hold or be eligible for:
• FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate.
• Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
• FCC Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
• Eligibility to obtain a Secure Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening.
• Successful completion of the Pilot Records Improvement Act (PRIA) evaluation.

• Minimum 1,500 hours total fixed-wing flight time.
• Minimum 500 hours PIC in qualifying aircraft.
• Qualifying PIC experience includes:
• Jet aircraft.
• Multi-engine turboprop aircraft weighing 12,500 pounds or more.
• Certain single-engine turboprop aircraft.
• A combination of the above categories.

• 1,000 hours PIC in jet aircraft.

• FedEx evaluates flight experience using several factors, including:
• Complexity of aircraft previously operated.
• Nature and type of flight operations.
• Recency, quality, quantity and verifiability of flight time and associated logbooks.
• Hours accumulated as Pilot-in-Command.
• Flight instruction and evaluator experience.

• FedEx offers several routes for aspiring pilots to pursue a career with the company.

• For experienced pilots who already meet the company's minimum licence, flight-hour and regulatory requirements.

• FedEx Flight Operations visits selected universities, colleges and flight schools across the United States. Students enrolled at participating institutions may have opportunities to discuss their career development with FedEx pilot recruiting professionals.

• FedEx identifies military aviation experience as one of its pilot career pathways.

• FedEx also highlights its Purple Runway programme as another route within its pilot recruitment and development initiatives. Specific programme eligibility and conditions should be confirmed directly with FedEx.

Package highlights

• Schedule flexibility.
• Daytime flying opportunities.
• Domestic and international route network.
• Modern fleet equipped with advanced flight deck technology.
• Competitive compensation.
• Opportunities to develop a long-term career within a major international cargo airline.