Information about these careers is based on national statistics, so salaries and opportunities may be different in your town.
Aircraft pilots fly commercial, private, corporate and government airplanes and helicopters.
Although most pilots transport passengers and cargo, others are involved in dusting crops, spreading seed for reforestation, testing aircraft, directing firefighting efforts, monitoring traffic, tracking criminals and evacuating injured persons. Perks include reduced airfares for attendants and their immediate families. Good, especially for those with at least two years of college and experience dealing with the public. Construction contractors plan, budget and direction construction projects. They often use computers to evaluate various construction methods and to determine the most cost-effective plans.