Standard Occupational Classification System Item

Group Detailed
Code 53-2011
Title Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers
Definition Pilot and navigate the flight of fixed-wing aircraft, usually on scheduled air carrier routes, for the transport of passengers and cargo. Requires Federal Air Transport certificate and rating for specific aircraft type used. Includes regional, national, and international airline pilots and flight instructors of airline pilots. Excludes Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians (17-3024)." Detailed,53-2012,Commercial Pilots,"Pilot and navigate the flight of fixed-wing aircraft on nonscheduled air carrier routes, or helicopters. Requires Commercial Pilot certificate. Includes charter pilots with similar certification, and air ambulance and air tour pilots. Excludes regional, national, and international airline pilots. Excludes Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and Technicians (17-3024)." Broad,53-2020,Air Traffic Controllers and Airfield Operations Specialists, Detailed,53-2021,Air Traffic Controllers,"Control air traffic on and within vicinity of airport, and movement of air traffic between altitude sectors and control centers, according to established procedures and policies. Authorize, regulate, and control commercial airline flights according to government or company regulations to expedite and ensure flight safety." Detailed,53-2022,Airfield Operations Specialists,"Ensure the safe takeoff and landing of commercial and military aircraft. Duties include coordination between air-traffic control and maintenance personnel, dispatching, using airfield landing and navigational aids, implementing airfield safety procedures, monitoring and maintaining flight records, and applying knowledge of weather information." Broad,53-2030,Flight Attendants, Detailed,53-2031,Flight Attendants,"Monitor safety of the aircraft cabin. Provide services to airline passengers, explain safety information, serve food and beverages, and respond to emergency incidents." Minor,53-3000,Motor Vehicle Operators, Broad,53-3010,"Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians
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