When one thinks of a professional pilot, one often thinks of an airline pilot, and nothing else. There are many careers for the professional pilot to choose from, and many jobs an individual has on the way to becoming an airline pilot . Often one's first job is as a flight instructor. One trains individuals to become pilots. This is a good way to build hours quickly, and a very rewarding job. One becomes very knowledgeable about flying while being a flight instructor . Some individuals move on, but a few make instructing as their career, and even become flight test examiners, or flight safety officers. Some individuals do their float endorsement and become bush pilots. This is very popular in countries such as Canada, with a sparse population and vast wilderness. Bush pilots fly passengers and goods to remote locations or lakes. This allows pilots to gain experience quickly, and provides an exciting life with a lot of adventure. Other individuals become charter pilo...