Is it easier to become an airline pilot or a private jet(or corporate jet) pilot?

Question

Which one is more achievable/ less expensive(in terms of flight training)? I know they require ATPs/ jet ratings. I heard that its easier to join volunteer pilot programs like Civil Air Patrol and Young Eagle to obtain hours. I also have been thinking about the military,but I'm not 100% sure if I want to go that route. My civilian path is to become a corporate jet pilot, then go into the airlines. Should I go regional airline pilot, then corporate, then airline pilot? What order is the most realistic andl less expensive way to fly in the airlines? Thanks.

Answer 1

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Typical "type rating" training for Gulfstream Jet is similar to Boeing 737 BBJ training -

The "size" of a corporate jet (if a small Learjet) does not matter -



Experience is what counts -

Flight hours (such as Civil Air Patrol) do not mean much -



You can become a corporate pilot coming from an airline -

When I was first officer with an airline, I used to fly part time with a corporate jet -



Some corporate pilots "upgrade from within" -

They can start as first officer King Air and later become captain Falcon Jet -

It is always a question of pilot experience -

Answer 2

You have the cart before the horse. People who own private jets can afford to employ the best pilots to fly them.



Most Corporate Jet Pilots are experienced ex or current airline pilots.

Answer 3

Sorry Sparky, the same training and experience is required. No savings can be had. If you want to fly for a high-end corporate/business operation or a major airline, you'll probably need to fly for a regional airline for 5-10 years.

Answer 4

learn to fly airplanes. this is where most people start.