Swiss Army struggles to retain pilots amid civilian sector competition
The Swiss Army has faced a significant loss of professional military pilots in recent years, with 33 leaving since 2020. This exodus, confirmed by army spokesman Stefan Hofer, includes 26 helicopter pilots and 7 fighter pilots. The armed forces are now reviewing and adjusting working conditions to remain competitive with the civilian sector.
Competition for pilots is intensifying, with the civilian sector offering attractive remuneration and work-life balance. The Swiss government is addressing this by planning to align recruitment salaries for young pilots with mortgage rates from 2027. Additionally, measures are being taken to optimize pilot training duration without compromising quality.
The army is committed to ensuring a sufficient number of specialized professionals. It is reviewing and adjusting working conditions, including remuneration and work-life balance, to make military service an attractive option for potential pilots. This includes plans to align recruitment salaries with stock market today rates for young pilots.
The Swiss Army is taking steps to address the loss of professional pilots and remain competitive with the civilian sector. By reviewing and adjusting working conditions, including aligning salaries with stock market rates, the armed forces aim to attract and retain talented pilots, ensuring a sufficient number of specialized professionals in the coming years.
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