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Youngsters are fascinated by the aviation industry. They dream of joining the aviation industry and soaring high with a successful career.

Aviation Colleges offer a plethora of professional aviation courses such as a BBA in Aviation Operations, and a Diploma in Aviation Hospitality and Management that youngsters can pursue to grab lucrative job opportunities in the aviation industry. Today, this blog will highlight some of the best airport and airline jobs that can help you reach the pinnacle of success in the aviation industry.
 
Airhostess:
Do you dream of soaring high in the aviation industry? If yes then becoming an air hostess will help you turn your dreams into reality. As an air hostess, you can explore various destinations of the world, meet new people, and enjoy discounts on air tickets. Moreover, you can also move forward with your career even after your retirement by becoming an instructor. The primary duty of an air hostess is to ensure that the passengers onboard have a safe and pleasant flight experience. An air hostess usually earns between INR 20,000 to 35,000(approx.) per month flying with domestic airlines. An air hostess working for International Airlines earns around INR 80,000 to 1, 00,000(approx.) per month.

Commercial Pilot:
Do you have firm determination and confidence to fly a plane?  If yes, this position is custom-made for you. The Commercial Pilot position can give you wings to fly with success. A commercial pilot earns an average of INR 1.5 to 2 lakhs (approx.) per month as a fresher. With experience, it increases around INR 5-6 lakhs (approx.) per month. A commercial pilot after gathering a work experience of 8-10 years can become a flight Instructor and can act as a guiding star to hundreds of youngsters who dream of touching the sky.

Airport Operations Manager:
The prime responsibility of an Airport Operations Manager is to oversee the daily functioning of an airport. The person is also responsible for coordinating with the various departments and teams in the airport such as pilots, air traffic controllers, emergency crews, and security personnel. The airport operations manager evaluates the performances of the said departments and supervises if those departments are following the prescribed rules and regulations. They also perform regular checks and inspections and enforce any changes which they deem suitable for the smooth functioning of an airport. The starting salary ranges from INR 6-7 Lakhs (per annum). Experienced professionals earn approximately INR 1 Lakh per month.
 
Airline Ticketing Agent: 
They help customers with reservations and issue boarding passes, check luggage, and direct passengers to security checkpoints. They also answer the queries of the customers and resolve issues with luggage and flight details. The salary of an airline ticketing agent ranges between INR 2 Lakhs to INR 6 Lakhs per annum.

Air Traffic Controller: 
Air Traffic Controllers are an integral part of the aviation industry. They play a pivotal role in coordinating the movement of aircraft thereby ensuring that they maintain safe distances from each other while flying. Moreover, they guide pilots during takeoff and landing, manage the flow of aircraft in and out of the airport, and ensure that the planes reach their destination without facing any delays or issues. Air Traffic controllers use radar, visual references, and computers to monitor and guide the aircraft in the skies and ground traffic at airports. During an emergency, the air traffic controller keeps in constant touch with the concerned authorities and alerts the emergency response staff as soon as possible. The average starting salary of an air traffic controller is INR 4, 00,000 (approx.) per annum.

These are the best airline and airport jobs that can help aspirants reach the zenith of success in the aviation industry.