COMO SE TORNAR PILOTO DA AERONÁUTICA

Summary

This video explains how to become a pilot in the Brazilian Air Force. It covers the two main paths: entering through the PICAR military high school or the AFA (Air Force Academy), which trains aviator officers. The video outlines the training process, including the aircraft used, the benefits of the program (e.g., salary, housing, food, and additional allowances), and the potential to transition into the private sector as a certified pilot. The presenter also discusses the salary range and various bonuses, including those for high-risk assignments and remote locations.

Takeaways

• 😀 Women have been eligible to become pilots in the Brazilian Air Force since 2016, following a law passed that year.
• 😀 There are two main pathways to become a pilot in the Brazilian Air Force: the PICAR program and the Air Force Academy (AFA).
• 😀 To enter the PICAR program, candidates must be between 14 and 18 years old, while AFA candidates must be under 22.
• 😀 The PICAR program involves three years of education at a military institution in Minas Gerais, with benefits including a salary, housing, food, and health plans.
• 😀 After the PICAR program, top students are selected to attend the Air Force Academy (AFA) for further training.
• 😀 The Air Force Academy (AFA) offers a four-year training program that includes flying different aircraft, such as the T-25 and T-27, and leads to two degrees: Administration and Aeronautical Sciences.
• 😀 Upon graduation from the AFA, pilots choose their specialization: fighter pilot, transport pilot, or helicopter pilot.
• 😀 A newly graduated officer (aspirante) receives a base salary of R$7,315, with additional allowances for military service, specialization, risk, and locality.
• 😀 In special locations, such as the Amazon, officers can earn higher allowances, bringing their monthly salary to R$10,300 or R$11,800.
• 😀 After gaining sufficient flight hours, Air Force pilots can take the ANAC exam to transition to civilian aviation and work as commercial pilots.
• 😀 Becoming a pilot in the Brazilian Air Force offers excellent benefits, career advancement, and opportunities both in the military and in the civilian aviation sector.

Q & A

Can women become pilots in the Brazilian Air Force?

Yes, since 2016, women have been allowed to become pilots in the Brazilian Air Force.

What are the two ways to join the Brazilian Air Force as a pilot?

The two ways are by joining the PICAR program (Preliminary Initial Course for Aviation) or the AFA (Academia da Força Aérea), both of which are military entrance exams.

What is the PICAR program like?

The PICAR program is a military intern program similar to high school, where candidates spend three years at a facility in Minas Gerais. They live on-site, receive food, clothing, and a salary, while also attending school.

What are the benefits provided to PICAR students?

PICAR students receive a monthly salary of R$ 1,065, along with housing, food, uniforms, dental plans, and healthcare coverage.

What happens after completing the PICAR program?

After completing the PICAR program, the top students are directed to the AFA (Academia da Força Aérea) for further training.

What is the AFA and how long is the training?

The AFA is the Brazilian Air Force Academy, where candidates undergo four years of officer training. The first three years involve piloting training, and the final year includes more advanced aircraft like the T-27.

What aircraft are used for training at the AFA?

During the first three years at the AFA, cadets train on the T-25 aircraft, followed by the T-27 aircraft in the fourth year, which is more sophisticated.

What degrees do AFA graduates receive?

Graduates of the AFA receive two higher education degrees: one in Administration and the other in Aeronautical Sciences.

Can graduates of the Air Force Academy work as civilian pilots?

Yes, graduates can choose to leave the Air Force and work in the private aviation sector after accumulating flight hours and passing the ANAC exam.

What is the starting salary for a newly graduated officer from the AFA?

A newly graduated officer from the AFA starts with a base salary of R$ 7,315, with additional bonuses and benefits based on experience, specialization, and location.