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250 Hour Pilot Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Test Pilot

East Garrison, CA · On-site

$187.40 - $250/hr

A minimum of 1,000 hours pilot in command flight time * Excellent interpersonal skills * Ability to ... The target base pay for this position is $187,400 - $250,000/yr.The compensation package will be ...

High school diploma or equivalent Experience: * 1500 hours total flight time * 1200 hours helicopter time * 1000 hours helicopter pilot in command time * 250 hours turbine time * 50 hours night ...

Test Pilot

Marina, CA · On-site

$187K - $250K/yr

A minimum of 1,000 hours pilot in command flight time * Excellent interpersonal skills * Ability to ... The target base pay for this position is $187,400 - $250,000/yr. The compensation package will be ...

High school diploma or equivalent Experience: * 1500 hours total flight time * 1200 hours helicopter time * 1000 hours helicopter pilot in command time * 250 hours turbine time * 50 hours night ...

High school diploma or equivalent Experience: * 1500 hours total flight time * 1200 hours helicopter time * 1000 hours helicopter pilot in command time * 250 hours turbine time * 50 hours night ...

Test Pilot

Marina, CA · On-site

$187K - $250K/yr

A minimum of 1,000 hours pilot in command flight time * Excellent interpersonal skills * Ability to ... The target base pay for this position is $187,400 - $250,000/yr.The compensation package will be ...

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and eight to ten years related experience and/or training; 2000 hours as a pilot; 1000 hours as a PIC, 250 hours cross country time; 250 hours ...

Test Pilot

Marina, CA · On-site

$187K - $250K/yr

A minimum of 1,000 hours pilot in command flight time * Excellent interpersonal skills * Ability to ... The target base pay for this position is $187,400 - $250,000/yr. The compensation package will be ...

Helicopter Pilot

Aberdeen, NC · On-site

$74K - $93K/yr

We are committed to providing air medical transport resources to our communities 24 hours a day ... 250 pounds and shall be less than seventy (70) years old. Skills Pilots must have flown in category ...

FAA Commercial / Instrument / Multi-Engine license * 1,200 hours total time * 250 hours as pilot-in-command * 50 hours night flying * 50 hours of instrument, 5 hours must be in actual instrument ...

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How much do 250 hour pilot jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for 250 hour pilot in the United States is $130,916.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,000.00 and $155,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of flying jobs are typically available to pilots with 250 hours of flight time?

Pilots with 250 hours of flight experience, often holding a Commercial Pilot Certificate, are generally qualified for entry-level positions such as flight instructing, banner towing, aerial surveying, or pipeline patrol. Most commercial airline roles require higher time minimums, so building hours in these roles is a common career path. 250 hour pilots often work as part of small teams, sometimes in solo operations or closely with dispatchers and ground staff, depending on the job. These positions are valuable stepping stones that provide essential experience, enhance skills, and help pilots progress toward more advanced aviation careers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the 250 hour pilot position, and why are they important?

A 250 Hour Pilot should have a solid foundation in fundamental flying skills, strong airmanship, and an FAA-issued Commercial Pilot Certificate with at least 250 logged flight hours. Familiarity with aviation safety protocols, communication systems, Garmin or other cockpit avionics, and flight planning tools is typically required. Standout candidates demonstrate attention to detail, professional demeanor, and the ability to work well under pressure and in team environments. Mastery of these skills is vital to ensure passenger safety, compliance with regulations, and seamless collaboration with co-pilots and ground crew.

What is a 250 hour pilot?

A 250 Hour Pilot job refers to entry-level pilot positions available to those who have completed the minimum 250 flight hours required for a Commercial Pilot License (CPL) under FAA regulations. These jobs often include roles such as flight instruction, banner towing, aerial survey, or pipeline patrol. Since most airlines and corporate aviation jobs require higher flight hours, 250-hour pilots typically seek jobs that help them build experience toward their next certification or rating.

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Infographic showing various 250 Hour Pilot job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 49% Full Time, 36% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 12% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $130,916 per year, or $62.9 per hour.

C-12 Fixed Wing Multiengine Instructor Pilot (CFII/MEI)

Navigator Development Group Inc.

Dothan, AL • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago


Job description

Job: C-12 Fixed Wing Multiengine Instructor Pilot (CFII/MEI)
Location: Dothan, Alabama
Position: Full-time and part-time - There is no active opening at this time. We do collect resumes to have on hand if a position comes open.

• Must possess an FAA commercial pilot certificate with airplane multiengine land and instrument airplane ratings
• Must have a current airplane multiengine land instructor and instrument airplane instructor certificate

• Must have logged a minimum of 1000 hours airplane pilot time with a minimum of 500 hours instructor time, of which 250 hours must have been instructing in multiengine airplanes

• Must possess a current FAA Second Class Airman Medical Certificate.

Navigator is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.