Looming Pilot Shortage an Opportunity for Aspiring Aviation Students

Soar Into Your Future: Become a Pilot with Marywood

Imagine looking out the window and seeing nothing but sky for miles. It’s just you, your co-pilot, and the horizon. That could be you. There has never been a better time to learn how to become a pilot. Boeing projects that another 660,000 new pilots will be needed over the next 20 years. With air travel growing faster than ever and more planes being built to meet demand, the aviation industry is searching for the next generation of pilots. Will you be one of them?

Aviation Management - How to Become a Pilot at Marywood

At Marywood, we don’t just teach you to fly. We teach you everything you need to know about the airline business, giving you a competitive edge when looking for a career. Not only will you walk away with your pilot’s license and all the certifications you need to be successful in the air, you will also lay the groundwork for learning the fundamentals of how the business works.

Located just minutes from Marywood’s Scranton, PA campus, you will get hands-on flight hours and experience at our FAA-approved flight school.

The looming pilot shortage isn’t just an industry challenge, it is also your opportunity. With almost a third of pilots close to the mandatory retirement age, airlines are competing to recruit the next generation of pilots. That means better career prospects, faster advancement, and competitive salaries. Unlike other industries, aviation has a very clear demand curve, meaning you will graduate into a market that’s hiring aggressively. This pilot shortage is not just limited to the United States either, the demand is worldwide. No matter where you go in the world, you will be needed.

Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-generation opportunity and Apply to Marywood University today!