194. What Will Pilot Hiring Really Look Like in 2026?

<h2 dir="ltr"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">James Onieal from Raven Career Development returns to break down what pilot hiring is shaping up to look like in 2026. We dig into majors, regionals, corporate paths, and why movement can feel slow right up until it suddenly isn't. From CFI logjams to corporate and furlough realities, this episode is all about timing, strategy, and expectations. Subscribe and listen to stay ahead of the hiring curve.</span></h2> <h2 dir="ltr"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Raven Careers supports professional pilots with resume prep, interview strategy, and long-term career planning. Click <a href= "https://link.21fivepodcast.com/raven-careers">here</a> to learn more.</span></h2> <h2 dir="ltr">Show Notes</h2> <p>0:00 Intro</p> <p>4:15 Big 3 in 2026</p> <p>11:52 Rejection Rates</p> <p>15:23 Cadet Program Pipeline</p> <p>26:08 Corporate Pilot Q&A</p> <p>32:32 Regional FO Q&A</p> <p>40:46 CJO or More Interviews</p> <p>48:50 No Legacy Offers After Furlough?</p> <...