British Airways Cadet Selections in the 1960s 😍🇬🇧✈️

In this debut episode of The Airline Selection Podcast, Guillaume Debauchez interviews his close friend and aviation expert, Calvin Shields. Calvin shares his remarkable journey, beginning as a cadet in the late 1960s with BOAC (British Overseas Airways Corporation), the precursor to British Airways’ long-haul operations. Now a former British Airways captain and examiner, as well as a pilot for Singapore Airlines, Calvin gives us a unique insider’s look at the evolution of the airline industry and pilot selection.

Throughout the discussion, Calvin reveals the unexpected challenges pilots faced during selections decades ago and how the process has transformed over the years. From manual, slower procedures to today’s more structured and rigorous methods, this episode provides a deep dive into the inner workings of airline recruitment.

Whether you’re an aspiring pilot or a seasoned aviator, understanding these historic shifts in recruitment can help you navigate the ever-evolving selection process.

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We regularly create videos that offer real-world insights into your future pilot career, helping you navigate the airline selection process with confidence.

Be sure to check out Calvin Shields' book 'Dancing the Skies and Falling with Style' for more fascinating stories: https://amzn.eu/d/78fKZFL

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📺 Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction
01:35 Calvin’s Early Career with BOAC
03:04 Evolution of Airline Selection
05:07 Singapore Airlines Training Innovations
06:37 Key Insights on Pilot Recruitment
12:09 Conclusion

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