I don’t know how i always end up watching most of your videos. Im not interested in living in US or to become a pilot but your thoughts and opinions are so on point and makes alot of sense. Keep it up Caner.
Hey, thanks for the beautiful comment. I'm trying to record contents that is not on RUclips so that I can inform other people who are interested in aviation.
I am new to you content, but the most important thing so far is the fact that you have a PHD in engineering, passive income , commercial pilot license and already a FO in a legacy airline in the US! I mean what the hell man😂 Love your videos, keep it up
Whilst you are busy calculating salary and retirement, I am just sitting here & running an algorithm based probability about me being on one of your flights, I mean ynk 🤷♀ Although I couldn't compare (yet), your videos remain very informative to interact with an aspiring pilot friend. Thank you so very much!
Caner, could you please make a video on how to get our EB2 Visa as an airline pilot, my dream is to fly for an airline in the USA like you, I started my process with an attorney and we are working hard but I'm anxious, I'm a first officer on the A320 in a low cost airline in Mexico with almost 3000 flight hours. Thank you!
Same thing in Air France or Lufthansa, the union is so powerful that the company fears any strike because all the aircrafts are going to stay on the ground if they don't get what they ask for
🎯🎯 you have hit bulls eye Caner…almost 20 yrs for me in airline industry , and last 10 with *non*seniority airline, it’s the worst thing to get same roster as a brand new Pilot. You are lucky and have made the most sensible move. God bless you..
Yes, I’m a UK 737 FO. 2500h and would love to know how you make the move to the USA!? I have looked into it casually and it’s really not a well trodden path as is for Expats going to the Middle East. I’d love to see you do a video on it! Keep up the good work 🎉
Hello Caner, just wanted to make sure that the salaries in US are seniority and experiences based just wanted to make sure that is there any Flight Allowance for pilots. Like hourly based or flight leg based ?
Thank you for your honest and detailed sharing, very useful！ I just came to live in Canada, and I hope to have the opportunity to fly in the United States after I obtain Canadian citizenship.
Can you make a video comparing benefits and pay and quality of life between all American legacy airlines?, im going to flight school and dont know which one to try get into. Also if you can talk about what airline did you choose?
Can you do a video on a comparison between Delta, United and American. I understand that Delta’s profit sharing scheme is worth about 60k dollars a year at the moment for Pilots which is massive in comparison to the other 2 but it would still be interesting to see the other major differences.
Assuming United’s new TA is ratified, they will have a similar profit sharing as Delta. American’s new contract is similar as well. However, due to Deltas cost structure (ATL lower per passenger fee and less unions on the property) they will always be more profitable than UAL or AAL.
That being said, looking at profit sharing alone over a span of 25 years. You could be better off by over 1 million dollars working for Delta rather than American or United. I know the actual salaries are very similar but the profit sharing over a career is a HUGE difference.
Hello sir am harsh I am from India i love watching your videos right now am doing my cpl tranning i just wanna to know can a airline pilot buy a 5 million dollars house and 500k dollars car working as a pilot in us
I would never ever do this. There are some rules on finance describing that maximum house payment you should go for based on your annual income. 5M USD house is way farther than these limits. I don't even mention property taxes on house and maintenance cost for he car :)
Great video Caner! Very informative! I would like to start my pilot training in the next few months but I am unsure of what flight school to choose. Most of them are offering 0 to CPL in 8-10 months but what else should i look for? Any tips would be life-changing for me! Thank you!
Wish you very good luck but I have already written difference between democracy and kings,I am very impressed by your talks on the future planning but please do not give much pressure to yourself to be no .1.
From a very young age, I wanted to become a pilot and still dream if being being a pilot. But the biggest hurdle for me is the finances, pilot training is so expensive that I cannot afford it. Please advise me what to do plsss
15:05 how come hes an FO and been with the company for 20 years. he should be a captain by now. and that's some crazy figures 40K/month , and if u deduct taxes how much would he be left with?
Hey, as I mentioned in the video, only small amount of senior FO’s can reach this amount. Here in the US, captain upgrade is all about lifestyle. Some pilots stay as an FO for different reasons such as seniority, opportunity for premium pays, quality of life and etc,.
Hi Caner, interesting video about being a pilot for a US airline and comparing it to working for airlines in foreign countries. I didn't know that you had an Engineering background and wanted to ask if you think your Engineering education helped you in your flight training?
Hey Ben, thanks for the comment. I must say that my Engineering degree definitely helped me through my flight training. That being said, without a degree, still you can perfectly complete your training. Overall, total impact is not as much as people might think. Math and physics knowledge you need to have during training is definitely below under-graduate degree.
Hello, thanks for the comment. You need to have a work permit to be able to apply for the position. That being said, you can apply the pilot positions through each airline's webpage except Delta.
Hello, Apart from the visa Can you go straight to legacy in USA if you have the experience abroad. Like if I’m flying for emirates is my experience will be considered under part 121 in USA?. Thank you
I don't know the answer. YOu can check if they are hiring Direct Entry Captains. To me, If they do this, It's not a seniority driven airline. There are lots of factors involved to decide if an airline is seniority driven or not!
I applied to the main US legacys last week, how long is the average since you apply to hear anything back from them? Could you please let us know in detail how was your process on the selection since you've applied till you got a job? I have over 2000 Hours on Airbus 320 in one of the largest European main carreir, I also have US citizen with unrestricted FAA ATP + A320 TR. Thanks a lot buddy. You are really encouraging.
Everyone's situation can be different here. Mine was quick. However I had to wait for 3 moths before I join the company (Emirates Notice Period). I think timeframe between applying for the position and being selected is 3-4 months.
Hey man, how was your experience? Everything slowed down nowadays, did you get any luck getting called by an airline? I’m on a similar situation and so far no one has called…
Hey, how did you get permit to work in the US? Do u have green card or sm? And if you do have a green card, how did you manage to get it? Another question: how did you convert your pilot's licenses to the FAA ones?
Hey, I got my green card via DV lottery. I have a video instruction on my channel about license conversion to FAA one, it's literally called How to Convert a Foreign Pilot License to an FAA License. Enjoy watching it :)
Hey! Thanks for your video. May i ask you what do you think is better. Gain experience in the best latin america airline or in a low cost airline in usa? My goal is a legacy airline in USA
IF your ultimate goal is to end up in a legacy. I would start flying in the US no matter what. At the end of the day, you will start accumulating 121 hours.
He works for UA yea yes yes 👍 they are a big 777 operator. You are going to go up like a rocket it’s the best times EVER to be a pilot. You will be Captain in a year or two
I’m an EU 737 FO going to EK now in March. Same age you were when you joined EK. I suspect I have almost the same opportunity for green card as you, what do you think the situation will be in 3,5-4 years in the US? Too late?
Hey, you are in a great position. I would prefer to come to the US today rather than 4 years later. In 4 years, there will be thousands of pilot senior to you in big companies.
@@CanerAcarbay yeah I know... But I've signed with EK and can't really afford to pay to cancel the bonding. So I'll have to stay and see.. Hopefully everyone going to the US will do something with the conditions in EU and then less people will go to EK which might be good for people already in EK 😂
Merhaba Hocam, I am both a US and Turkish citizen. Currently I am at a crossroads on where I can continue for aviation. I am currently at 300 hours of TT and am about to complete my CPL in the US. I have a Turkish PPL, but because of COVID, I had to return to the United States because my school closed in Turkey and now my ATPL Theory training certificate expired. Would you recommend just getting my hours in the US as a CFI up to 1500 hours? Or go back to Turkey and redo my ATPL Theory examinations again and finish up with a ATO for CPL/IR/ME. Then join a Turkish airline, THY/SunExpress/Pegasus?
Airplane-wise It looks like that but in fact I have tons of upgrade when it comes to my lifestyle. I'm super happy to be in B737 since it offers best seniority and QoL right now
Salaries may be high in US but you don't get free housing transpiration kinds allowances and all the glamour you get flying for Gulf carriers. You are treated like royalty over there surrounded by a young flight attendants from all over the world while you get to fly with grandmas in US
Selamlar, bu videoda bahsettigim 40K maasi belkide B777 FO'larindan yuzde 5 ila 7'si alabilir. Senyorite, pilot kontrati, surekli egitimin olmasi vs bu durumu korukluyor. Burada kaptandan daha fazla maas aldigi icin FO olarak kalan yuzlerce pilot bulunmakta. Her FO 40K kazanmamaktadir.
Another informative vid. Well done, Caner. I believe ur with UA. If so, when do you do your Consolidation 100hrs or do you not have to do that. It would be nice to do a vid of of that and where you went. One of your colleagues at UA, Swain Martin, did a YT vid a out a year ago on his first 100 hours. Remember, jeep the blue side up!
it's great that you are enjoying life at your new airline ... just don't be surprised if some of the "shine" comes off in the next few years! hopefully you will still enjoy ... just not quite as whole heartedly as you do currently!
Thanks for the tips! As I always say, there is no perfect job in the world. That being sad, The job that I have until now is the best flying job I have ever had!
US airlines when they hire first officer, minimum how many hours they require ? im sure depends on different companies but can someone apply with 250 hours ?
Congratulations!!!! Very happy for you, Hope all your dreams come true.
I don’t know how i always end up watching most of your videos. Im not interested in living in US or to become a pilot but your thoughts and opinions are so on point and makes alot of sense. Keep it up Caner.
Hey, thanks for the great comment! Comments like yours are really motivating me to record more and more videos!
You are great man. Your contents are very valuable.
A good mentor also. Keep going
Love from 🇮🇳
Hey, thanks for the beautiful comment. I'm trying to record contents that is not on RUclips so that I can inform other people who are interested in aviation.
@@CanerAcarbay in where?
I am new to you content, but the most important thing so far is the fact that you have a PHD in engineering, passive income , commercial pilot license and already a FO in a legacy airline in the US! I mean what the hell man😂
Love your videos, keep it up
Whilst you are busy calculating salary and retirement, I am just sitting here & running an algorithm based probability about me being on one of your flights, I mean ynk 🤷♀ Although I couldn't compare (yet), your videos remain very informative to interact with an aspiring pilot friend. Thank you so very much!
Caner, could you please make a video on how to get our EB2 Visa as an airline pilot, my dream is to fly for an airline in the USA like you, I started my process with an attorney and we are working hard but I'm anxious, I'm a first officer on the A320 in a low cost airline in Mexico with almost 3000 flight hours. Thank you!
Another perfect video Caner. Thank u so much, u r enhancing my vision. 🎉
You are more than welcome! Thanks for the great comment!
Can u make a video about how to become a pilot in the US if u don't have green card ? Thanks in advance, love your channel !
Enter the green card lottery system, increase your flight hour and jet time experience in your home country for better chances
Bryan nailed it! That's exactly what did I do :)
@@CanerAcarbaydo you already have a video covering that or will you make one in the future? Thanks!
@@CanerAcarbayu said salary 40k is that before or after taxes?????
Same thing in Air France or Lufthansa, the union is so powerful that the company fears any strike because all the aircrafts are going to stay on the ground if they don't get what they ask for
That's why these are career airlines and attrition rate is too low.
🎯🎯 you have hit bulls eye Caner…almost 20 yrs for me in airline industry , and last 10 with *non*seniority airline, it’s the worst thing to get same roster as a brand new Pilot.
You are lucky and have made the most sensible move.
God bless you..
Hey, thanks for the great comment! Appreciated :)
Yes, I’m a UK 737 FO. 2500h and would love to know how you make the move to the USA!? I have looked into it casually and it’s really not a well trodden path as is for Expats going to the Middle East. I’d love to see you do a video on it! Keep up the good work 🎉
Thank you very much my frıend :)
Great video!! Welcome aboard!!
Thank you very much :)
Another awesome video . Am impressed at the system in the US . Looking like a great move for you mate.
Thank you very much man. I'm super happy rn in the US. I hope everything will be like this!
Hello Caner, just wanted to make sure that the salaries in US are seniority and experiences based just wanted to make sure that is there any Flight Allowance for pilots. Like hourly based or flight leg based ?
Great video. Nice you are super happy. Congrats
Thank you for your honest and detailed sharing, very useful！
I just came to live in Canada, and I hope to have the opportunity to fly in the United States after I obtain Canadian citizenship.
Thank you very much! I hope you achieve your dreams! who knows, maybe one day we can fly together :)
Make a video on Emirates Flight training Academy, and it's cadet program.
He was not a cadet or trained in EK, he came from Turkish Airlines.
He might know@@WickedlNl
That's true! Therefore, I don't have any knowledge about EFTA!
Okayy so you painted an amazing picture of the aviation industry in the US. Now tell us the disadvantages of being a pilot in the US please
I’ll record a video about it:) stay tuned:)
Can you make a video comparing benefits and pay and quality of life between all American legacy airlines?, im going to flight school and dont know which one to try get into. Also if you can talk about what airline did you choose?
Can you do a video on a comparison between Delta, United and American. I understand that Delta’s profit sharing scheme is worth about 60k dollars a year at the moment for Pilots which is massive in comparison to the other 2 but it would still be interesting to see the other major differences.
I can make a video about it. I'll start studying these topics. Thanks for the heads up.
Assuming United’s new TA is ratified, they will have a similar profit sharing as Delta. American’s new contract is similar as well. However, due to Deltas cost structure (ATL lower per passenger fee and less unions on the property) they will always be more profitable than UAL or AAL.
That being said, looking at profit sharing alone over a span of 25 years. You could be better off by over 1 million dollars working for Delta rather than American or United. I know the actual salaries are very similar but the profit sharing over a career is a HUGE difference.
Hello sir am harsh I am from India i love watching your videos right now am doing my cpl tranning i just wanna to know can a airline pilot buy a 5 million dollars house and 500k dollars car working as a pilot in us
I would never ever do this. There are some rules on finance describing that maximum house payment you should go for based on your annual income. 5M USD house is way farther than these limits. I don't even mention property taxes on house and maintenance cost for he car :)
@@CanerAcarbay sir please make a video on this topic 🙏🙏
Great video Caner! Very informative! I would like to start my pilot training in the next few months but I am unsure of what flight school to choose. Most of them are offering 0 to CPL in 8-10 months but what else should i look for? Any tips would be life-changing for me! Thank you!
Unfortunately, I don't recommend any flight school in the US. I don't know much about the flight training schools in the US
Great video! I hope I can become a pilot when I’m done with high school, and you are really inspiring!
You can do it! I hope we can fly one day together!
Wish you very good luck but I have already written difference between democracy and kings,I am very impressed by your talks on the future planning but please do not give much pressure to yourself to be no .1.
That cat is cute❤😂
Yes she is super cute :) Yesterday was her birthday. She is now 2 years old :)
@@CanerAcarbay happy birthday to her❤️
From a very young age, I wanted to become a pilot and still dream if being being a pilot. But the biggest hurdle for me is the finances, pilot training is so expensive that I cannot afford it. Please advise me what to do plsss
Let the good times roll. But plan and budget for the bad times.
It's NOT different this time.
Hey, you are absolutely right. I'm planning and creating my emergency fund budget for the bad times as well.
15:05 how come hes an FO and been with the company for 20 years. he should be a captain by now. and that's some crazy figures 40K/month , and if u deduct taxes how much would he be left with?
Hey, as I mentioned in the video, only small amount of senior FO’s can reach this amount. Here in the US, captain upgrade is all about lifestyle. Some pilots stay as an FO for different reasons such as seniority, opportunity for premium pays, quality of life and etc,.
Could you talk about taxes in the US? I’ve heard that in UAE there is no tax, but in the US there is. Could you talk more about that?
I’ll make a comparison video about this topic:)
not only handsome but smart as well
Hey man love these videos, just curious how did you get a permit to work in the US
Hey, I already had my green card before I apply for the position. I didn’t get specific work permit for this position.
@@CanerAcarbayok can you perhaps do a video on how you got a green card before you went there ?
Do you have travel agreements with other airlines around the world? Like Star Alliance members?
Hi Caner, interesting video about being a pilot for a US airline and comparing it to working for airlines in foreign countries. I didn't know that you had an Engineering background and wanted to ask if you think your Engineering education helped you in your flight training?
Hey Ben, thanks for the comment. I must say that my Engineering degree definitely helped me through my flight training. That being said, without a degree, still you can perfectly complete your training. Overall, total impact is not as much as people might think. Math and physics knowledge you need to have during training is definitely below under-graduate degree.
22:58
Halo caner. How to go about when you have won a green card and you have just finished flying school in foreign country
great review Capt . Can I ask how did you apply online? I am interested in working there also , I am A350 FO ..
Hello, thanks for the comment. You need to have a work permit to be able to apply for the position. That being said, you can apply the pilot positions through each airline's webpage except Delta.
Do you think european legacies like LH, KLM, AF have the same perks?
I don't think they have exactly same perks like US carriers. Especially, salaries and retirements.
They have good unions, however really bad salaries compared with the rest of the world
Hello,
Apart from the visa
Can you go straight to legacy in USA if you have the experience abroad. Like if I’m flying for emirates is my experience will be considered under part 121 in USA?. Thank you
How did you obtain your green card?
through DV lottery!
How does a foreigner apply to be a pilot with a US legacy carrier?
As long as you have a work permit. You can apply for pilot jobs.
@@CanerAcarbay How do you get a work permit, the company has to apply for you?
So when can you transfer to B777 or B787? Time to command on these fleets is 23 years.
As an FO, you can do within less than a year. However, as you mentioned command time for Wide-body is longgg.
Is Saudi Airlines seniority driven airline?
I don't know the answer. YOu can check if they are hiring Direct Entry Captains. To me, If they do this, It's not a seniority driven airline. There are lots of factors involved to decide if an airline is seniority driven or not!
Did your airline pay you while in trainig with them?
I applied to the main US legacys last week, how long is the average since you apply to hear anything back from them? Could you please let us know in detail how was your process on the selection since you've applied till you got a job? I have over 2000 Hours on Airbus 320 in one of the largest European main carreir, I also have US citizen with unrestricted FAA ATP + A320 TR. Thanks a lot buddy. You are really encouraging.
Everyone's situation can be different here. Mine was quick. However I had to wait for 3 moths before I join the company (Emirates Notice Period). I think timeframe between applying for the position and being selected is 3-4 months.
Hey man, how was your experience? Everything slowed down nowadays, did you get any luck getting called by an airline? I’m on a similar situation and so far no one has called…
what airline do u work for????????
is there any airline in usa as ryanair, pilot will fly 2 or 4 legs in a day and evening goes back home without hotel ??
In the US, seniority means everything. If you are senior enough, you can make your own schedule. So, yes it is possible to fly the way you described.
Hey, how did you get permit to work in the US? Do u have green card or sm? And if you do have a green card, how did you manage to get it? Another question: how did you convert your pilot's licenses to the FAA ones?
Hey, I got my green card via DV lottery.
I have a video instruction on my channel about license conversion to FAA one, it's literally called How to Convert a Foreign Pilot License to an FAA License. Enjoy watching it :)
What about taxes in US?
What do you want to know in detail?
Are those salaries you mentioned after tax? How high can taxes go making that amount of money? Great content, thanks!
Hey! Thanks for your video. May i ask you what do you think is better. Gain experience in the best latin america airline or in a low cost airline in usa? My goal is a legacy airline in USA
IF your ultimate goal is to end up in a legacy. I would start flying in the US no matter what. At the end of the day, you will start accumulating 121 hours.
@@CanerAcarbay thanks for your response! As soon as I get the amount of hours to apply in USA, I will do it 💪
He works for UA yea yes yes 👍 they are a big 777 operator. You are going to go up like a rocket it’s the best times EVER to be a pilot. You will be Captain in a year or two
Great time to be an airline pilot in the US!
I’m an EU 737 FO going to EK now in March. Same age you were when you joined EK. I suspect I have almost the same opportunity for green card as you, what do you think the situation will be in 3,5-4 years in the US? Too late?
Hey, you are in a great position. I would prefer to come to the US today rather than 4 years later. In 4 years, there will be thousands of pilot senior to you in big companies.
@@CanerAcarbay yeah I know... But I've signed with EK and can't really afford to pay to cancel the bonding. So I'll have to stay and see.. Hopefully everyone going to the US will do something with the conditions in EU and then less people will go to EK which might be good for people already in EK 😂
Excellent video. Pretty foolish for a probationary pilot (no union protection while on probation) to post this on social media- senior UAL 777 CA.
Yep I hope he doesn’t get issue with his carrier but UAL needs pilots maybe his video will encourage other young pilots to join UAL 😅
Which Legacy Airline do you work for?
United is the only legacy airline with a base in Houston !
Maybe they prefer that he doesn't mention the company name in his videos ?
Good kbnowledge!
There are no US legacy carriers that fly the A380
Yes you are right :)
How many hours have you flown so far?
Around 400 hours.
@@CanerAcarbay Are you kidding me, please exactly say you are senior first officer?
I meant in the US. Total is approaching to 5000
@@CanerAcarbay Tnk you.
In the US he mean@@ASIFIQBALBackpacker
Did you have green card before you apply for US airlines?
Yes I had a green card before I apply for US airlines.
you have green card? or citizenship?
I have green card:)
@@CanerAcarbayHow did you obtain it?
lottery ? :)@@CanerAcarbay
Merhaba Hocam, I am both a US and Turkish citizen. Currently I am at a crossroads on where I can continue for aviation. I am currently at 300 hours of TT and am about to complete my CPL in the US. I have a Turkish PPL, but because of COVID, I had to return to the United States because my school closed in Turkey and now my ATPL Theory training certificate expired.
Would you recommend just getting my hours in the US as a CFI up to 1500 hours? Or go back to Turkey and redo my ATPL Theory examinations again and finish up with a ATO for CPL/IR/ME. Then join a Turkish airline, THY/SunExpress/Pegasus?
Guide us man, how did u get your green card
Nothing to guide man. I got it through DV Lottery.
How did you get green card? If we have not green card, can not apply any airline company in united states!
I got my green card from DV lottery
in what field is your phd ?
Aviation Safety
lol he's biting hitting on emirates indirectly 😛
Sen bize green card video su da çek konu kapansın.
O is en zoru :)
what a downgrade tho 777 to 737
Airplane-wise It looks like that but in fact I have tons of upgrade when it comes to my lifestyle. I'm super happy to be in B737 since it offers best seniority and QoL right now
Salaries may be high in US but you don't get free housing transpiration kinds allowances and all the glamour you get flying for Gulf carriers. You are treated like royalty over there surrounded by a young flight attendants from all over the world while you get to fly with grandmas in US
most people prefer to get the housing allowance in Emirates than getting the "free accomodation"
Are you flying USA without green card?
How do you imagine this?! 😅 of course I have a greed card
@@CanerAcarbay Sir, you are smart pilot.
kaptanım tk777 den selamlar. 20 yıllık 77 fo su aylık 40k mı alıyor benmi yanlış anladım :)) baya iyiymiş gerçekten yolun açık olsun emniyetli uçuşlar
Selamlar, bu videoda bahsettigim 40K maasi belkide B777 FO'larindan yuzde 5 ila 7'si alabilir. Senyorite, pilot kontrati, surekli egitimin olmasi vs bu durumu korukluyor. Burada kaptandan daha fazla maas aldigi icin FO olarak kalan yuzlerce pilot bulunmakta. Her FO 40K kazanmamaktadir.
I would like to be a flight attendant, but I love your channel, your style of speaking is doctrine, keep it up💘
Thank you very much :)
abi türkçe altyazı eklesen mükemmel olur
Maalesef artik Turkce Altyazi koymuyorum. Cok vakit aliyor :(
Another informative vid. Well done, Caner. I believe ur with UA. If so, when do you do your Consolidation 100hrs or do you not have to do that. It would be nice to do a vid of of that and where you went. One of your colleagues at UA, Swain Martin, did a YT vid a out a year ago on his first 100 hours. Remember, jeep the blue side up!
it's great that you are enjoying life at your new airline ... just don't be surprised if some of the "shine" comes off in the next few years!
hopefully you will still enjoy ... just not quite as whole heartedly as you do currently!
Thanks for the tips! As I always say, there is no perfect job in the world. That being sad, The job that I have until now is the best flying job I have ever had!
US airlines when they hire first officer, minimum how many hours they require ? im sure depends on different companies but can someone apply with 250 hours ?
1500 hours total and 500 hours turbine time
Assuming that you are not an American, regardless of flying hours, you need to have foreign ATPL first and then convert it as well.