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Propel Program

Pilot Careers at Delta




PROPEL PILOT CAREER PATH PROGRAM



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Your path to a Delta flight deck starts here. Propel offers you a defined path
to a career as a pilot through one of our three tailored career paths:
Collegiate, Company, and Certified Flight Instructor (CFI). Each path offers a
streamlined pilot career path with mentorship from Delta’s pilots every step of
the way, supporting your progression and a Qualified Job Offer with Delta Air
Lines, and Delta’s wholly owned subsidiary, Endeavor Air.

The best benefit to the Delta Propel program is its single interview approach
where participants only need to interview once with Propel to progress to
Endeavor and eventually to mainline Delta. Delta will support you throughout
your entire journey with signature events on-campus and at Delta’s World
Headquarters to strengthen your industry knowledge and develop leadership
skills. To top it off, you will receive personal mentoring from an active Delta
pilot.


IN-PAGE LINKS

 * Collegiate Pilot Career Path, Go to footer note
 * Certified Flight Instructor Path, Go to footer note
 * Propel Flight Academy, Go to footer note
 * Company Pilot Career Path, Go to footer note


COLLEGIATE PILOT CAREER PATH

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Delta is offering a pilot career path for college students at select
universities and those affiliated with Delta’s partner organizations. 
Successful candidates will receive a Qualified Job Offer (QJO) detailing a
streamlined path to become a Delta pilot.

Delta understands the importance of high-quality flight training and ensuring
opportunities for future generations of students. Pilots participating in Propel
will be expected to build their flight hours by instructing at the university
where they trained. Collegiate participants selected to Propel will receive a
Conditional Job Offer (CJO) to Endeavor Air, Delta’s wholly owned subsidiary.


UNIVERSITY PARTNERS


Delta currently partners with the aviation universities listed below:


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Application Process

There is a two-step process to the Propel application:

 1. Submit a Talent Profile confirming you meet all eligibility requirements.
 2. Complete and submit the full application.

Once your application has been submitted it will be reviewed and you will not be
able to make any adjustments to your application. We strongly recommend taking
your time and having your application reviewed.

Eligibility
To be eligible to apply for the Collegiate Pilot Career Path, students must be
enrolled in, or a recent graduate of, an R-ATP eligible major at one of Delta's
partner institutions above. The program is open to Juniors, Seniors, and
students who graduated within the previous 6 months who intend to seek
employment at their university as a flight instructor. Pilots must hold, at
minimum, a Private Pilot certificate and must have completed at least one
Part-141 flight course at the partner institution. To join Propel, pilots must
hold a First Class Medical (note: it is acceptable if privileges have lapsed to
second or third class). A pilot must hold or be able to hold a current passport
or other travel documents enabling the bearer to freely exit and re-enter the
U.S. (multiple re-entry status) and be legally eligible to work in the U.S.
(possess proper working documents).
Partner Organizations

Delta offers a career path for member of our six partner organizations. 
Successful candidates will be receive a Qualified Job Offer (QJO) detailing a
streamlined path  to become a Delta pilot.

Eligibility:

Nominees will need a referral code from the Partner Organization and must submit
this code on their Talent Profile.

To be eligible to apply for the Propel Partner Organization path, someone must
be nominated from one of our six partner organizations (listed below).
Additional requirements include:

 * Enrolled in, or a recent graduate of, an R-ATP eligible major.
 * Juniors, Seniors, and students who graduated within the previous 6 months who
   intend to seek employment at their university as a flight instructor.
 * Private Pilot certificate
 * Completed at least one Part-141 flight course at their institution 
 * First Class Medical (note:  it is acceptable if privileges have lapsed to
   second or third class)
 * Hold or be able to hold a current passport or other travel documents enabling
   the bearer to freely exit and re-enter the U.S. (multiple re-entry status)
   and be legally eligible to work in the U.S. (possess proper working
   documents)

If interested in the Partner Organization path, please reach out to the
organization and inquire about a nomination. 


Intern Path

Current Delta Interns and those who have interned in the past two years can
pursue their dreams of becoming a pilot for Delta Air Lines. Delta Propel offers
a defined, streamlined path to allow candidates to earn their flight
certifications, build their experience, and meet all the requirements to become
a Delta pilot.

Please visit the Student & Early Careers page to learn about and apply for
internships at Delta.


ELIGIBILITY

Current Delta Interns and those who interned in the past two years must meet the
following requirements to be considered for the career path:

 * Be in good standing or have left in good standing
 * Enrolled in, or a recent graduate of, an R-ATP eligible major
 * Juniors, Seniors, and students who graduated within the previous 6 months who
   intend to seek employment at their university as a flight instructor
 * Private Pilot certificate
 * Completed at least one Part-141 flight course
 * First Class Medical (note: it is acceptable if privileges have lapsed to
   second or third class)
 * Hold or be able to hold a current passport or other travel documents enabling
   the bearer to freely exit and re-enter the U.S. (multiple re-entry status)
   and be legally eligible to work in the U.S. (possess proper working
   documents)


FAQS:

Q: Are interns required to attend a partner university to qualify for this pilot
pathway?

A: This path is for Delta interns who do not attend a Propel partner university.
If you attend a Propel partner university, we ask that you apply to the College
Pilot Career Path. The selection process is the same for the College and Intern
paths.




CERTIFIED FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR (CFI) CAREER PATH

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Our newest career path applies to CFI’s at Propel’s 3 partner flight schools:
ATP, Skyborne Airline Academy, and FLYT Aviation. Successful candidates will
receive a Qualified Job Offer (QJO) detailing a streamlined path to become a
Delta pilot.

Delta's Flight Training Partners:


Eligibility
 * Recommendation from partner flight school
 * Must have earned Instrument rating, Commercial certificate, and CFI at the
   partner flight school (it is permissible to have earned Private outside of
   the partner school) Preferred
 * Must be employed as a CFI and actively instruct at the partner flight school,
   and have between 500 and 1,250 total hours
 * First Class Medical (note:  it is acceptable if privileges have lapsed to
   second or third class)
 * Hold or be able to hold a current passport or other travel documents enabling
   the bearer to freely exit and re-enter the U.S. (multiple re-entry status)
   and be legally eligible to work in the U.S. (possess proper working
   documents) 
 * (Current Delta employees) - Completion of 2 years (24 total months) as an
   active Delta Air Lines, and been on on active status within past six months.
   Must be employee in good standing




PROPEL FLIGHT ACADEMY

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The Propel Flight Academy is a destination for a select number of Propel
referrals from Delta partner organizations with a focus on candidates from
diverse backgrounds. These candidates would be eligible for Propel scholarships.

Student pilots will complete Private, Instrument, Commercial and Certified
Flight Instructor (CFI) certifications at Delta’s preferred training partner,
Skyborne Airline Academy in Vero Beach, FL. Successful students will be offered
employment with Skyborne as a CFI, receiving a full sponsorship from Skyborne
for CFII and MEI, as well as a competitive salary, and private health benefits,
until they reach 1,500 hours of flight experience. Upon completion, Propel
Flight Academy pilots will transition to Endeavor Air and before seamlessly
progressing to Delta.

To be eligible for the Propel Flight Academy, someone must be nominated from one
of Delta’s partner organizations (including those listed above). Additional
requirements include:

 * First Class Medical
 * Hold or be able to hold a current passport or other travel documents enabling
   the bearer to freely exit and re-enter the U.S. (multiple re-entry status)
   and be legally eligible to work in the U.S. (possess proper working
   documents)


COMPANY PILOT CAREER PATH

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Delta employees can transition their careers and pursue their dreams of becoming
a pilot for Delta Air Lines. Delta Propel offers a streamlined path to allow
candidates to earn their flight certifications, build their experience, and meet
all the requirements to become a Delta pilot.

The path to become a Delta pilot can be challenging - let us support you every
step of the way. Every Propel Company Career Path pilot will be connected with
an active Delta pilot mentor. In addition, every pilot will have access to an
extended Leave of Absence program.

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Eligibility

All candidates in the Company Pilot Career Path will be required to meet the
qualification and testing aspects of Delta’s current pilot hiring. Employees in
good standing must meet the following requirements to be considered for the
Company Pilot Career Path:

 * Completion of 2 years (24 total months) as an active Delta Air Lines, and
   been on active status within past six months. Must be employee in good
   standing
 * FAA Private Pilot Certificate (Fixed Wing) preferred, not to exceed a
   Commercial Pilot Certificate (Single Engine-Fixed Wing)
   * If attending a Company Pathway partner school, the maximum qualification
     you may have is a Commercial Single Engine Certificate
   * If not already attending a partner school, the maximum qualification you
     may have is a Private Pilot Certificate
 * Logged 100 hours of total flight time (preferred) in a fixed-wing powered
   aircraft
 * Current Biennial Flight Review (BFR), if applicable
 * 4-year college degree preferred
 * FCC Radiotelephone Operator’s Permit in possession by interview date
 * Current FAA First Class Medical
 * No felonies
 * No DUI/DWI within the last 10 years
 * Has never interviewed for a Delta Air Lines pilot position outside of the
   program

Additional information about the Propel Company Path can be found on DeltaNet.

Application Process

There is a two-step process to the Propel application:

 1. Submit a Talent Profile confirming you meet all eligibility requirements.
 2. Complete and submit the full application.

Company applicants are also required to provide letters of recommendation from a
leader and a peer. Once your application has been submitted it will be reviewed
and you will not be able to make any adjustments to your application. We
strongly recommend taking your time and having your application reviewed.


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GENERAL FAQS

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I am considering a career as a pilot, but don’t know where to get started. What
should I do?
You’re in the right place! Over the next decade, Delta expects to hire thousands
of pilots to staff our daily flights across the globe. A career as a pilot is
exciting and financially rewarding. We encourage aspiring pilots to take a
discovery flight at your local airport and research the options available to
you. Propel by Delta is a career path program that accelerates your journey to a
Delta flight deck. 
What if I am not accepted into the program?
The Delta Propel is meant to streamline your career and support you along the
way. If you decide not to join or are not accepted into the program, you will
still be eligible to apply to Delta in future semesters or later in your career.
We encourage you to do so!
PROPEL PILOT PATHS What is a Qualified Job Offer (QJO)?

Qualified Job Offer (QJO) is a job offer as a Delta pilot contingent on the
candidate successfully completing every part of the Propel by Delta program. A
QJO includes: 

 * A streamlined pathway to Delta
 * An advanced engagement commitment (mentoring, on-site events, etc.)

What is the streamlined pathway to Delta?
Propel offers a single-interview experience and guaranteed path to mainline
Delta flight deck and removes the burden of getting hired at a regional carrier
by streamlining all Propel pilots through Endeavor Air. Once you achieve ATP
minimums, you will onboard at Endeavor Air. From there you will start your
progression to Delta flight deck through Endeavor’s Career Advancement Program
(CAP) which includes a minimum of 24 months of active service as a captain.
What is an advanced engagement commitment?
You will be assigned a mentor (an active Delta pilot) during the duration of the
program. You will be required to check in with your mentor on a set schedule to
ensure you are on track and meeting the targets/gateways of the program.  In
addition, your mentor will be available to assist you along the way during
flight training, flight instructing, and while flying at a Delta Connection
carrier. 
How long do I have to build turbine time at Endeavor before progressing to
Delta?
Successful Propel pilots will be required to meet all General, Performance, and
Professionalism Eligibility Requirements contained in Endeavor’s Career Advance
Program (CAP) before transitioning to Delta. Additional information about CAP
can be found here.
What if I am already qualified for the First Officer position?
 If you already meet the minimum requirements to become a Delta pilot, you can
apply through Airline Apps.

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qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you are a
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