Interested in a career as a pilot?

The Federal Armed Forces can make the dream of flying a reality. Find out what requirements you have to meet and get a taste of the admission process.

The Federal Armed Forces is always looking for motivated and talented pilots. Can you imagine taking responsibility and flying a helicopter, a transporter, or a jet? We have summarised the key points that you need to meet for training. The exact requirements are detailed on the official Federal Armed Forces website.

You must meet these requirements:

• You have completed compulsory schooling. If you want to fly a Eurofighter, you also need to have completed your school-leaving certificate (Reifeprüfung).
• • You have achieved a rating of at least 7 in your medical examination.
• Height: above 1.90m is seen critically and the maximum height is 1.92m. Minimum height 1.64m
• Weight: Weight above 100kg is viewed critically
• Eyesight: to within +/- five dioptres before correction (be it short-sighted or long-sighted)

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