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ACTIVELY HIRING United States Permanent APPLICATIONS OPEN NOW Sun Country Airlines Pilot Recruitment Process 2026 Ex-airline pilot, 1,400+ flight hours. Writes from real cockpit and checkride experience — not a content farm. Everything you need to know about the Sun Country Airlines pilot hiring process, from application to final assessment. Updated 2026-03-01. Hiring Status Active — applications open
Requirements: Certificates FAA ATP Total Flight Time 1,500 hours Medical FAA Class 1 Type ratings accepted: B737 B737-800 aircraft Base: MSPAssessment Stages Online Application & Screening: Initial review of qualifications, flight hours, certificates, and background. Aptitude & Psychometric Testing: Computer-based tests measuring cognitive ability, multi-tasking, spatial awareness, and personality traits. Simulator Assessment: Fixed-base or full-motion simulator session evaluating hand-flying, instrument skills, and multi-crew coordination. Preparation Tips Ensure logbook is accurate and up to date. Have all certificates scanned and ready. Tailor your CV to airline operations. Practice with COMPASS or PILAPT test preparation. Work on mental math speed. Get adequate sleep before test day. Brief out loud as you would with a real crew. Manage workload verbally. Sample Interview Questions Tell me about a time you had a conflict with a crew member and how you resolved it. Describe a situation where you made a critical decision under time pressure. Why do you want to fly for this airline specifically? Tell me about a time you went above and beyond for safety. How do you handle fatigue management during long duty periods?

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JOB OVERVIEW

Experience level

Senior

Location

Minneapolis, MN

Occupation

Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers

Industry

Scheduled Passenger Air Transportation

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