Advice on becoming a pilot (merged)
I am new to this field and looking for a proper direction. I've been looking through the the forum and see that there are many tests to take. Do I need to take all the tests? or ones specific to what type of pilot I want to be? What are the basic tests, certificates, and licenses do I need to become a Jumbo Jet Commercial Pilot? This is my first long term goal. How is the job market for this? What other types of pilots are there and respectively what are the avg salaries? I live in New York, what are good aviation schools? Are aviation schools expensive? What are the requirements to get into these schools? Does the schooling prepare for the pilot exams? How is the job market for pilots? I want to know how I will be most prepared in a career as a commerical pilot?
All answers and suggestions will be appreciated. thank you