Wind tunnel instructor consults the clients about the flying in the wind tunnel, instructs them of the procedure, techniques and safety during the flight. He or she also prepares them for a safe flight. Wind tunnel instructor must make sure that everyone is warmed up for the best experience in the wind tunnel.

Tasks:

1. Instructing the clients of the safety rules
2. Introducing with the procedure of the flight
3. Ensuring safe use of the equipment
4. Leading warm up exercises before the flight
5. Providing safe, fun and beneficial experience for the clients
6. Working at weekends and evenings and for long periods of time

Key skills for Wind Tunnel Instructor:

• Leadership skills and team-working skills
• Emotionally stable
• Physical strength
• Sense of responsibility
• Communication skills

Average salary (training instructor):

The United Kingdom: £23, 161 per year
The United States: $51, 572 per year
Australia: AU$74, 503 per year

Qualifications and training:

To become a wind tunnel instructor no specific qualifications are required. An applicant must have physical strength and to be in a good shape, because the job is physically demanding. All the candidates must pass fitness test before entering the job. Some employers can prefer candidates with experience in skydiving.