Why Are High-Paying Pilot Jobs So Rare? The Truth Revealed
A user questioned why very few people want to become pilots despite the high starting salary of TWD 500,000 per month. Pilot salaries can start at TWD 500,000 and average around TWD 800,000 monthly, allowing one to save enough for a down payment on a house in downtown Taipei in just a year.
The user on PTT pointed out that the public doesn't seem to recognize the profitability of this job, but received backlash from many users. Critics highlighted that becoming a pilot requires a high entry standard, including having a first or second-class captain's license, three years of experience in operating vessels over 3,000 tons, and completing rigorous physical tests, all while being under the age of 50.
Furthermore, being a pilot is inherently risky as they guide large vessels in and out of ports, and any mistakes can lead to significant accidents.
