The Southeast Alaska Pilots’ Association will hold examinations to select new trainees from April 6-10, 2020, at the Pacific Maritime Institute (PMI) in Seattle. Applications must be either postmarked or emailed by 2/15/20. Minimum qualifications and detailed application information can be found here, but applicants should know that no local knowledge or Alaska experience is required to apply. Depending on initial qualifications, the training program typically takes from 2-4 years.
To read more about the process, and to ask Deputy Pilot Jill F. Russell any questions you might have about SEAPA, read her latest article!
Click here to apply to the SEAPA Marine Pilot Trainee Program examination! Application deadline is February 15, 2020.