In corporate aviation, your resume is more than just a summary of experience — it's your calling card. It’s often the first impression you make with an employer, and in many cases, it’s the only impression you get before decisions are made.

Unlike airline hiring, where applications are processed through multiple layers of HR and software filters, business aviation hiring is personal and fast-paced. Your resume is typically reviewed by the chief pilot, director of aviation, or even the aircraft owner. These decision-makers want to quickly assess whether you’re a good fit — and if your resume doesn’t clearly communicate your qualifications, you could be overlooked for your dream job.

Here’s what aviation employers are really looking for, and how to make sure your resume gets noticed — whether you’re a pilot or a flight attendant.

For Pilots: Make Your Experience Stand Out

When it comes to pilot resumes, clarity and relevance are everything. Employers want to know if you’re qualified and current — without having to dig for the details.

What to include:

• Aircraft Type Ratings – List all of them, even expired ones, but highlight those that are current and recently flown.
• Training Dates – Include initial and recurrent training dates for each aircraft. Many hiring managers use these as a quick check of recency and currency.
• Flight Time Breakdown – Include totals and category breakdowns:
  • Total Time
  • PIC / SIC
  • Jet Time
  • Time in Type (very important for insurance and trip qualification)
• Home Base or Willingness to Relocate – Make this easy to spot, especially for contract jobs or on-call positions.
• Certifications – ATP, Commercial, CFI, First-Class Medical, CAM Additional Safety Trainings, etc.

For Flight Attendants: Highlight Professionalism & Personalization

Corporate flight attendants are often the face of the flight experience. Employers want to see service excellence, but also a strong focus on safety and discretion.

What to include:

• Cabin Safety Training – List any formal corporate aviation safety training programs completed (e.g., FACTS, Aircare, FlightSafety).
• Culinary Training or Special Skills – Mention any plating, catering, or culinary programs you've completed. Include experience with dietary restrictions, special requests, or international cuisine.
• Experience on Specific Aircraft Types – Especially helpful if you’ve worked on Gulfstreams, Falcons, Globals, etc.
• Soft Skills – Discretion, professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to work independently are highly valued in this role.
• Languages Spoken – Multilingual skills can be a major asset for international operations.
• Home Base & Travel Flexibility – Employers want to know how easily you can get to the aircraft.

Pro Tip: If you’ve worked with high-profile passengers or on VIP charters, keep it professional — never name names, but note the level of service provided.

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Final Thoughts

Corporate aviation hiring moves fast. Whether you’re actively applying or just want to be ready when the perfect opportunity comes up, a polished, professional resume is your ticket to the next step in your career.

Don’t let a weak resume hold you back. Make it count.

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