Flying Instructors
15AI EXPOSURE TODAY15
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST60%
NOT A FORECAST60%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYB
STARTING PAY£30,000 - £40,000
PHYSICAL MOATThe work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it.
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Flying Instructors
Flying instructors play a crucial role in shaping the next generation of pilots, imparting essential skills and knowledge that ensure safe and efficient aviation practices. With the UK's booming aviation sector, this profession not only offers a rewarding career but also contributes significantly to global air travel safety and innovation.
THE DOOR: ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAY, graded A (easy) to E (extremely hard). A Careermash rule-of-thumb index built from our AI exposure index and the job's moat class. It is not a forecast and not a count of job openings.
AI EXPOSURE TODAY is a Careermash index from 0 to 100 of how exposed this job's everyday tasks are to AI today. We estimate it by matching published research on how people use AI to this job, usually by keyword or subject area, and we lower it where the work is protected (for example by physical, personal or legal requirements). It is not a direct measurement of how much people in this job use AI.
This job holds up well against AI
AI exposure today is low on our index (15), and the work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior Flying InstructorAs a Junior Flying Instructor, you will assist in training students under the supervision of more experienced instructors. This role involves gaining practical experience and developing your teaching skills.£30,000 - £40,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-Level Flying InstructorIn this role, you will take on more responsibility, conducting independent flight lessons and mentoring junior instructors. You will also be involved in curriculum development and student assessments.£50,000 - £70,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Flying InstructorAs a Senior Flying Instructor, you will lead training programmes, oversee other instructors, and ensure compliance with aviation regulations. You may also be involved in strategic planning for flight schools.£90,000+
The degree route
Courses in this career's subject area, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.
🎓Physical Education and School SportSheffield Hallam University · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£30,000 median
🎓Primary Education 3-7 years (Lpr)York St John University · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£30,000 median
🎓Primary Education with QTSUniversity of Sunderland · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£30,000 median
🎓Primary Teacher Education (Campus-Based)Global Banking School Limited · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£30,000 median
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There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.
Degree subjects that lead this way
Courses in this career's subject area, from the same register that priced the degree above. Subject-matched, not a guaranteed qualifying route: check each course's own entry requirements and any professional accreditation before you rely on it.
Physical EducationUniversity of Edinburgh · DegreePhysical Education and School SportSheffield Hallam University · DegreePrimary Education 3-7 years (Lpr)York St John University · DegreePrimary Education with QTSUniversity of Sunderland · DegreePrimary Teacher Education (Campus-Based)Global Banking School Limited · DegreeEducationQahe (Lm) Limited · Degree