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Volunteer with PPOT

PPOT is 100% volunteer run, 100% of the time. We employ no staff, and because membership and mentorship is completely free, we operate on a limited budget. Because of this, the organization and the hundreds of pilots it serves rely on motivated volunteers to keep the wheels turning.

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Volunteering with PPOT is an extremely rewarding experience, and in addition to having a positive impact on the careers of countless future Professional Pilots, working with PPOT can lead to boundless opportunities for your own career.

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Through PPOT, volunteers have shared their skills and experience, created lifelong friendships, traveled the world, discovered job opportunities, and so much more.

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Why volunteer with PPOT?

  • GIVE BACK - none of us could have accomplished what we have in our careers without those who were there to support us along the way. This is the chance for you to do the same, and join us in supporting the careers of hundreds of professional pilots in the making.

  • GET AHEAD - serving on the PPOT team is an awesome opportunity to set yourself apart from the competition by demonstrating your commitment to bettering our industry and making a positive impact.

  • GET INVOLVED - working with PPOT often leads to meaningful connections and lifelong friendships. While supporting our community you’re sure to develop relationships that can lead to professional and personal advancement.

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The list of positions we are seeking volunteers for is below. To apply, please send a brief statement of interest to info@theppot.org, and we’ll go from there! Be sure to include the position(s) you’re interested in, and mention any specific skills or experience you bring. We can also provide additional information regarding a specific position if needed.

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The opportunities listed below are for those wishing to become involved in PPOT beyond volunteering as a Pilot Mentor.
To apply to serve as a Mentor, please visit the Apply Now page.

Volunteer Opportunities 
(Updated May, 2026)

Pilot

Volunteer Mentor

Mentor Eligibility Requirements:

  1. While we respect each individual pilot's experience, background, and diligence, at this time, we require our pilot mentors to have experience as a professional pilot in a position in addition to a traditional CFI position.

  2. This can include pilots with experience as a professional Part 91K, Part 135, or Part 121 position.

 

Mentor Expectations:

  1. Remain unbiased throughout the whole process

  2. Offer insight as to what a typical day consists of

  3. Offer insight to quality of life determinants when working for an airline

  4. Guide the mentee to the appropriate person when company specific questions arise

  5. Guide the mentee to the appropriate person when quality of life questions come up that you do not have personal experience with (ex. commuting vs. living in base)

  6. PPOT is strictly not a recruiting organization. We are entrusting each mentor to offer guidance to the mentees they are assigned. If any mentor is found using this organization for recruiting purposes, that mentor will be subject to Dismissal
     

Mentor Responsibilities

  1. Maintain consistent communication with mentees. At a minimum check in on your mentee and the progress of their flight training/instructing every 30 days

  2. Submit Mentor Update Forms at least once every 90 days

 

Interested Volunteer Mentors, please visit this link to complete a brief mentor application, at which point a volunteer member of our Pilot Applicant Team will reach out to you to begin the interview process.  We thank you for your interest and support of our organization.  Should you have any questions regarding this volunteer position, please feel free to reach out to interestedmentors@theppot.org.

Social Media

Content Creator

The volunteer will be responsible for creating and managing content on the organization's social media channels, engaging with followers, and collaborating with other team members to develop and implement social media campaigns. This role requires strong communication skills, creativity, and a passion for aviation and social media.

To apply, please send a brief statement of interest to info@theppot.org.

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