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First Officer Information Sessions

Take your career to new heights.
Southwest Airlines® Pilots are responsible for flying our aircraft and connecting our Customers to the People and places that matter most. Southwest® Pilots are Leaders in and out of the flight deck who create one-of-a-kind experiences through the highest level of Safety, professionalism, and Heart.   

At Southwest, your career can take flight—and as a Southwest Pilot, the sky is only the beginning. 
A Second Home

Upcoming information sessions

While you wait to begin First Officer Initial Training, we invite you to attend our optional information sessions, hosted by the Pilot Mentorship Team, LEAD Operations Training, Pilot Hiring, and other guest speakers. Join our Team virtually as they provide training expectations, review your onboarding details, and answer questions in live Q&As.

You're encouraged to attend as many or as few information sessions as you'd like. Keep an eye on your email for an invitation with the subject line "You're invited! Join our First Officer Information Session!" from @recruit.southwestair.com to register to attend one of the virtual sessions, or explore future sessions below.
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June 25
 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. CT

Intended for Destination 225° Candidates approaching their class date
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Why Southwest?

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
We’re committed to a work environment where everyone can be themselves and recognized for the unique perspectives they each bring forward. Diversity, equity, and inclusion aren’t just buzzwords—they’re woven into how we run our business, and they’re reflected in our world-famous Culture.
Read about our diversity initiatives
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Culture
Our unique Southwest Culture is woven into all aspects of our business, from how we treat each other to how we provide Next-Level Hospitality to our Customers. All Employees are responsible for preserving and invigorating our Culture, regardless of position or tenure, which strengthens our Culture of caring. It’s a source of pride among Employees and at the Heart of who we are.  
Explore our Culture
Military
We’re proud to have more than 10,200 veterans and 1,800 military spouses in our Southwest Family. Our colors are red, yellow, and blue, but our support is for red, white, and blue.
Learn about our military programs
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Benefits
More than just a paycheck, a career at Southwest Airlines comes with several benefits, from our legendary Culture to travel privileges for Employees and their eligible dependents.
See our benefits

Questions we often hear. 

Click each question below to learn more about what it's like to be a Pilot at Southwest Airlines or attend one of the information sessions referenced above.
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