These two career paths couldn’t be any more different, and yet a lot of people compare working as a pilot to working for the civil services. Due to the huge difference in these career roles it is difficult to definitely say which is better, so let’s have a look at some of the main areas where one job outshines the other.
From a pay perspective, there really is no competition. IAS jobs can be very well-paid, but it takes a lot of time to reach these positions, whereas you can immediately get paid a high salary for being a pilot as soon as you qualify. However, if a social life is important for you then you might think that an IAS job is better. Being a pilot is quite solitary, and you will often only communicate with your small flight crew during your working hours. Whereas an IAS job often involves being social and attending various different events.
So ultimately, the decision of which job is better will come down to your own personal preferences for work, so consider this before choosing either career.