Working In Aviation

This new book is the definitive guide to work in the field of aviation around the world, both in the air and on the ground. Aviation is a vast industry offering thousands of career and short-term opportunities and calls for people with a wide range of backgrounds and abilities.

This book covers the whole range of aviation-related employment available including:
>Air Traffic Control staff
>Airport and passenger security
>Cabin crew and pilots
>Catering and lounge staff
>Customs and immigration
>Duty free and travel retail
>Engineering and technology
>Finance and accounting
>Ground handlers and ramp staff
>Low cost airlines and private jets
>Schedule and charter flights
>Ticketing and marketing

The book explains what the various jobs involve and includes relevant quotes from professionals already working in the aviation industry to explain what the work is really like. Full advice is also given on how to actually get these jobs, including where and how to apply and what qualifications and experience are required. Cabin crew in particular are judged on their appearance, so special advice is given on how to prepare for job interviews.

Other useful features in Working in Aviation include a glossary of aviation terms and background information on regulations and regulatory bodies. In addition the book gives job-seekers a host of useful Web site addresses for airlines, airports, avionics, engineering and manufacturing companies, armed forces, ground handling companies, and relevant recruitment agencies and job centers.