Pilot Sun Country Airlines
Pilot Sun Country Airlines
sas scandinavian airlinesMinneapolis, MN
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Scheduled Passenger Air TransportationNonscheduled Chartered Passenger Air TransportationOther Nonscheduled Air Transportation
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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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Level
Senior
Location
Minneapolis, MN
Occupation
Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers
Industry
Scheduled Passenger Air Transportation
Posted
yesterday