Christine Wetherell, Author at Aviation Personnel International

Hangar-Hopping: Is the Grass Really Greener?

We’ve all heard the saying, “The grass is greener on the other side.” But after enough years in business aviation, most of us learn that isn’t always the case. Sometimes

posted by Christine Wetherell on March 30, 2026

You Have the Experience. Your Resume Isn’t Showing It.

You can have 5,000 flight hours and still not get the call. Every week, qualified pilots and maintenance leaders get passed over. Not because they lack experience, but because their

posted by Christine Wetherell on February 20, 2026

How Aviation Recruiters Decide “Yes” on Candidates

Have you ever left an interview thinking, “That went great,” to never hear back? As an aviation recruiter, I see it often. The difference between a “yes” and a “maybe

posted by Christine Wetherell on December 5, 2025

Your References Matter More Than You Think. Here’s Why.

References matter during the hiring process because business aviation is a tight-knit industry. It often feels like everyone knows everyone, or can get to know them quickly through word of

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posted by Christine Wetherell on June 16, 2025

Feeling Stuck? It’s Time to Change Course

Christine Wetherell attends the 2021 EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin For many aviation professionals, the decision to change course within their career doesn’t happen overnight. It takes months, even years,

posted by Christine Wetherell on September 19, 2024

Hiring Process 101: How to Impress an Aviation Recruiter and Hiring Manager

At some point in your career, you’ll decide to make a career change—and that means navigating the hiring process. Perhaps you’re not fulfilled in your current role? Maybe the only

posted by Christine Wetherell on June 20, 2024

Navigating Your Business Aviation Job Search: A Guide for Newcomers

Are you new to a business aviation job search? It’s not uncommon to feel overwhelmed and uncertain about where to begin. Many of our candidates say they feel like a

posted by Christine Wetherell on June 7, 2024

Master Your Aviation Interview: How to Stand Out on Video

Congratulations! You’ve just secured an aviation interview with a recruiter or hiring manager. In today’s hiring landscape, video interviews have become a standard practice, especially in the fast-paced world of