Summary
A video of a pilot announcing his wife as a "special guest" on a flight went viral on TikTok, with many viewers reacting positively to the sweet gesture. The profession of piloting is ranked highly among best jobs due to good pay and job opportunities.
Key Facts
- A pilot made a special announcement during a flight, recognizing his wife who was on board.
- The video was posted on TikTok by @itbetrissy and has over 50.1 million views.
- The pilot’s profession is ranked 15th among the "100 Best Jobs" in a 2025 ranking by U.S. News.
- Pilots are also ranked second in "Best Social Service Jobs" and eighth in "Best Paying Jobs."
- According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, pilots had a median salary of $198,100 in 2024.
- The employment of pilots is expected to grow by 4% from 2024 to 2034.
- About 18,200 job openings for pilots are projected each year on average, mainly to replace those who retire or change careers.
