The Sentinel has a fascinating story about the career of Jim Burton, chief pilot at the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, who’s spent almost 40 years up in the air.

But that’s just the start. During those 40 years Burton, 57, has been involved in everything from murder investigations to tracking brown bats - all of which makes aviation an interesting, challenging and rewarding career to get into. He says…

Aviation is challenging to get into but very rewarding. My advice to those that want to get in this business is to persevere. The industry changes are all for the better.

You can read more about Jim’s career - and aviation careers in general - at the original story in The Sentinel