Sun Country Airlines
Sun Country Airlines, founded in 1982, is a U.S.-based low-cost carrier known for its combination of scheduled and charter flights. As of 2024, the airline operates a fleet of 55 aircraft, including Boeing 737-800s and 737 MAX 8s, and services more than 100 destinations across the U.S., Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. Sun Country offers around 300 daily routes, with a focus on leisure travel. The airline operates major hubs at Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP), and it has additional bases in cities like Las Vegas and Dallas. As of 2024, Sun Country employs approximately 1,500 pilots and continues to grow its presence, with plans to expand its fleet and route network further in the coming years. Known for its value-oriented service, Sun Country has become a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers, with a history of adapting to shifting market demands.
Notas de la aerolínea
Minimum Qualifications to Apply:
Legal authorization to work in the United States
Must be able to read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language
Current FAA first class medical certificate
FCC radio license
Valid U.S. passport or valid passport with green card and the ability to travel to and from all cities and countries served by Sun Country
Valid U.S. driver's license
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Recent flight experience preferred
Minimum Flight and Certificate Requirements:
ATP Certificate Holder – 1500 Hours Minimum
At least 23 years old
500 hours of cross country
100 hours of night
75 hours of instrument
50 hours of multi-engine (25 actual and up to 25 hours of simulator time)
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Restricted ATP Eligible – 1500 Hours
Minimum 1500 hours
100 hours can be simulator time
250 hours PIC in an airplane
At least 21 years old
200 hours cross country (100 hours of which needs to be PIC cross country in an airplane)
100 hours of night (25 hours of which needs to be PIC night in an airplane)
75 hours of instrument
25 hours of multi-engine
Successful completion of ATP/CTP course and current ATP written
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Restricted ATP Eligible – 1250 Hours Minimum (Aviation College Background)
100 hours can be simulator time
250 hours needs to be PIC in an airplane
Graduated from an FAA Part 141 accredited school with an associate degree and at least 30 credit hours earned in an aviation major
At least 21 years old
200 hours of cross country (100 hours of which needs to be PIC cross country in an airplane)
100 hours of night (25 hours of which needs to be PIC night in an airplane)
75 hours of instrument
25 hours of actual multi-engine
Successful completion of ATP/CTP course and current ATP written. (Not applicable to Sun Country Airlines College Bridge Program)
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Restricted ATP Eligible – 1000 Hours Minimum (Aviation College Background)
100 hours can be simulator time
250 hours needs to be PIC in an airplane
Graduated from an FAA Part 141 accredited school with a bachelor’s degree and at least 60 credit hours earned in an aviation major
At least 21 years old
200 hours of cross country (100 hours of which needs to be PIC cross country in an airplane)
100 hours of night (25 hours of which needs to be PIC night in an airplane)
75 hours of instrument 25 hours of multi-engine
Successful completion of ATP/CTP course and current ATP written. (Not applicable to Sun Country Airlines College Bridge Program)
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Restricted ATP Eligible – 750 Hours Minimum (Military Background)
100 hours can be simulator time
250 hours needs to be PIC in an airplane
Graduated from a US Armed Forces undergraduate pilot training school and received a rating qualification as a military pilot
At least 21 years old
200 hours of cross country (100 hours of which needs to be PIC cross country in an airplane)
100 hours of night (25 hours of which needs to be PIC night in an airplane)
75 hours of instrument
25 hours of actual multi-engine
Successful completion of ATP/CTP course and current ATP written
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Tipo de aerolínea
Major
Número de pilotos
462
Número de aeronaves en la flota
56
Número de domicilios
1
Unión
ALPA
Flota
737-800: 43
737-900ER: 5
737-800BCF (cargo): 12
Domicilios
MSP