TheTravel | Commercial Pilots
About The Position
TheTravel is seeking freelance Aviation Writers with professional aviation experience or substantial experience covering aviation as a journalist or writer. Writers will provide readers with first-hand insight into life in the cockpit, aircraft, airline operations, turbulence, delays, and safety from a traveler’s point of view. Current and former airline captains, first officers, commercial pilots, and flight instructors are especially welcome. The role involves pitching and writing original stories about aircraft, flight operations, and life on the flight deck; explaining delays, diversions, weather, and airline news; turning aviation news around quickly; and meeting tight deadlines. Writers will use performance data and editor feedback to improve their work. The role is fully remote with a flexible schedule and offers compensation for strong, consistent performers, bylines before TheTravel’s monthly audience, and a platform for building recognition as an aviation expert. Applicants should submit a CV, cover letter, and at least one relevant sample article. A writing evaluation may be required. Contributors must adhere to TheTravel’s Editorial Standards, including a prohibition on using artificial intelligence.
Requirements
- Professional experience in aviation or at least 3 years covering aviation as a journalist or writer.
- Deep knowledge of airlines, airports, and the commercial aviation industry.
- Frequent flyer with first-hand experience of airports, lounges, and cabins.
- Strong research and reporting skills.
- Submit a CV, cover letter, and at least one sample article similar in nature to content published on TheTravel.
Nice To Haves
- SEO knowledge.
- Experience with a CMS.
- Current or former experience as an airline captain, first officer, commercial pilot, or flight instructor.
Responsibilities
- Pitch and write original stories on aircraft, flight operations, and life on the flight deck.
- Explain what is happening behind delays, diversions, weather, and airline news.
- Turn aviation news around quickly and meet tight deadlines.
- Use performance data and editor feedback to sharpen work.
- Adhere to TheTravel’s Editorial Standards, including the prohibition on using Artificial Intelligence.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation for strong, consistent performers.
- Flexible schedule.
- Fully remote work.
- Byline in front of 8 million monthly visitors.
- Platform to build a profile as a recognized aviation expert.
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