Aircraft Pilot

micro1

$30–50/hr Location not stated

Remote transcription and annotation of recorded air traffic control radio, extracting headings, altitudes and frequencies. It suits active or former professional pilots who know real ATC phraseology and can follow strict transcription protocols.

About the role

Location: Remote

micro1 is engaging professional Aircraft Pilots to contribute to a customer's innovative project focused on advancing AI in aviation. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.

Scope of Work

  • Listen to authentic air traffic control (ATC) radio transmissions and accurately transcribe audio following detailed project guidelines
  • Extract and document key flight instructions, including headings, altitudes, and radio frequencies
  • Reference supporting materials such as airport diagrams, navigational charts, and aircraft positioning data to ensure precise transcription and annotation
  • Apply aviation experience to interpret diverse communication styles, accents, and operational contexts commonly encountered in real-world ATC
  • Meet a rigorous standard for transcription accuracy, targeting a 2% word error rate or better
  • Contribute feedback for ongoing improvements to guidelines, processes, and AI understanding of ATC communications

Preferred Qualifications

  • Active or former professional pilot with substantial experience in real-world flight operations
  • Fluency in English, with proven ability to interpret and communicate complex ATC instructions
  • Experience operating internationally and understanding a variety of regional and non-native English accents
  • Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to follow structured annotation and transcription protocols
  • Comfort using digital tools, reference materials, and high-quality audio equipment in a remote setting
  • Reliable internet connection and a quiet workspace equipped with good headphones
  • Prior experience with data annotation, transcription, or similar structured data projects is a plus

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