About the Pathway
This structured, career-lifecycle program is designed for motivated candidates, including those with no prior pilot experience. Cadets complete rigorous ab initio training with CAE, progress through Southwest’s Destination 225° milestones, and build flight time as part of Jet Linx’s professional Part 135 operations. A minimum two-year commitment to Jet Linx is required.
What You’ll Do
- Participate in CAE ab initio ground school and flight training while progressing through Destination 225°.
- Build high-quality flight time on Jet Linx’s FAA Part 135 fleet under professional operating standards.
- Maintain accurate, current records of flight times, ratings, and training; remain in good academic and training standing.
- Meet safety and compliance standards, including TSA background checks, criminal-history records checks, and FAA/DOT drug testing.
- Satisfy Southwest Airlines prescreening requirements and embody Jet Linx’s culture and values.
What You’ll Bring
- Program admission: Southwest Airlines acceptance letter into Destination 225° and active enrollment in the affiliated CAE ab initio program.
- Documentation: Recommendation letter confirming good standing in coursework/flight training and a current resume detailing flight times, ratings, and experience.
- Certificates & ratings: CAE ab initio degree/certification; Commercial Pilot License (CPL) with Instrument and Multi-Engine ratings; meets R-ATP requirements.
- Medical: Current U.S. DOT/FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
- Eligibility: Authorized to work full‑time in the United States without company visa sponsorship now or in the future; valid passport permitting travel into and out of the U.S.; valid driver’s license; age 21+ at time of application; proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English; willing to relocate; minimum two-year commitment to Jet Linx.
Benefits & Rewards
- Competitive compensation (base varies by position, location, aircraft size, and your education/training/experience).
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with 6% company match.
- Paid time off.
- Company‑paid life and short‑term disability coverage.