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Pilot - Fixed Wing

Pierre, SD · On-site

$104K - $156K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Airline Transport Pilot License-Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate valid for multi-engine land Expectations and Standards * Commitment to the daily ...

FAA Airline Transport Pilot Rating. * EFIS/EICAS/FMS experience. * International and oceanic experience preferred. Candidate must be able to operate to any international destination. Preferred ...

Commercial, Instrument, Helicopter License Second Class FAA Medical Certificate required, First Class FAA medical certificate preferred Passed the Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) written test ...

FAA Multi-Engine Airline Transport Certificate or Restricted Multi-Engine Airline Pilot Certificate * 2500+ hours of total time minimum. 4000 hours preferred * If Military: >1000 hrs. Total Time.

Airline Transport Pilot Certificate (Multi-Engine Land) * Current FAA First Class medical Time Requirements: * 1500- 3500 hours total pilot time. * 1500 hours fixed-wing multi-engine PIC * 2500 hours ...

Aircraft Pilot 1 (12-2168)

Juneau, AK · On-site

$49.39 - $54.77/hr

Minimum Qualifications Current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Licensure and class of Medical Certification as a Commercial Pilot or Airline Transport Pilot with ratings, including operating ...

Pilot - GV

Houston, TX

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) * First Class Medical * Ratings: GV PIC Experience Requirements * Airman Certificate: ATP * Ratings: Appropriate PIC Type Rating * Medical Certificate: First-Class ...

Pilot - GV

Houston, TX

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) * First Class Medical * Ratings: GV PIC Experience Requirements * Airman Certificate: ATP * Ratings: Appropriate PIC Type Rating * Medical Certificate: First-Class ...

Pilot EX - Brainerd

Brainerd, MN · On-site

$97 - $145/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

FAA airline transport pilot or commercial pilot licensed with helicopter and instrument rating (helicopter) * Must pass and obtain a FAA Class I medical exam on semi/biannual basis * Must pass drug ...

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How much do airline pilot jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for airline pilot in the United States is $87,144.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,000.00 and $102,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an airline pilot, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Airline Pilot, you need in-depth knowledge of aeronautics, strong decision-making abilities, and the appropriate licensure such as an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate. Proficiency with advanced avionics systems, flight management software, and simulator training is essential. Excellent situational awareness, calmness under pressure, and effective communication skills help pilots stand out. These abilities are crucial for ensuring passenger safety, regulatory compliance, and efficient flight operations.

What is an airline pilot?

An airline pilot captains a commercial aircraft that carries passengers and cargo from one location to another. As an airline pilot, your duties include conducting pre-flight instrument checks, taxiing aircraft to and from airport gates and around runways, handling takeoffs and landings, and flying aircraft safely between destinations. To captain a plane, you must be capable and confident in your aviation abilities in any weather conditions and at all times of day and night.

What are some common challenges airline pilots face during irregular operations, and how are these situations typically managed?

Airline pilots often encounter irregular operations such as weather disruptions, mechanical issues, or air traffic delays. These situations require pilots to remain calm under pressure, make quick decisions, and communicate effectively with the crew, air traffic control, and passengers. Standard operating procedures and recurrent training help pilots manage these challenges, ensuring safety and minimal disruption to schedules. Pilots also collaborate closely with dispatchers and maintenance teams to resolve issues efficiently and maintain operational integrity.

What is the difference between Airline Pilot vs Commercial Pilot?

AspectAirline PilotCommercial Pilot
Required CertificationsCommercial Pilot Certificate, Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) licenseCommercial Pilot Certificate
Work EnvironmentCabin crew on scheduled airline flights, airportsCharter flights, aerial work, private flights
Employer & Industry UsageMajor airlines, regional carriersPrivate companies, charter services, aerial photography

Airline pilots typically hold an ATP license and work for scheduled airlines, flying passengers on commercial routes. Commercial pilots may operate a variety of aircraft for private, charter, or aerial work, often with less stringent licensing requirements. While both roles require a commercial pilot certificate, airline pilots usually need additional certifications and experience for airline operations.

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Infographic showing various Airline Pilot job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,144 per year, or $41.9 per hour.

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Job description

Direct hiring authority for the 2181 series is being used to fill this position. Public Notices serve as a resume repository, and positions may or may not be filled from this announcement.

Qualifications:

Eligible candidates will be evaluated based on their responses within the application package and Supplemental Qualifications Statement, FAA Form 3330-47-3 ASIP (10/98).

Minimum Eligibility Requirements: Minimum eligibility requirements for positions in this occupation are based on possession of the appropriate Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) pilot certificates and/or appropriate military ratings, meeting the applicable flight hour requirements, and possession of the knowledge and skills required for the positions.

Certificates and Ratings: All applicants must possess either a valid Commercial pilot certificate with airplane, multi-engine land AND instrument ratings OR an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate with multi-engine land rating. *Selected candidates without an ATP certificate will be required to successfully complete the ATP written exam within 60 days of appointment.* In addition, all applicants must possess either a valid first or second-class medical certificate. *Selected candidates must obtain a first class medical certificate prior to appointment.*

TOTAL FLIGHT TIME - 1500 Hours

Flight time as a pilot in command or copilot in aircraft of any weight or category is creditable for this requirement. For in-service placement actions, up to one-fourth of the total flight hours may be waived for candidates who have demonstrated possession of the knowledge and skills needed to perform the work, provided: 1) applicant holds the required certificates and ratings; 2) applicant has acquired the pilot-in-command hours and flight hours in other categories essential to performance of the work; 3) applicant meets the requirements in terms of level and quality of experience; and 4) applicant's flying history indicates they are qualified for the position.

PILOT-IN-COMMAND TIME - 250 Hours

Only flight hours acquired as pilot-in-command are creditable.

NIGHT FLYING TIME - 75 Hours

For in-service placement actions, 25 hours may be waived if the applicant demonstrates the ability to perform the work.

FLYING TIME, LAST 12 MONTHS - 100 Hours

For in-service placement actions, up to one-half of the flight hours may be waived provided the applicant's total background reflects the ability to perform the duties of the position safely. NOTE: Flight time in an FAA approved level C or D full flight simulator is creditable towards meeting the recency of flight experience. If applicable, applicant must document time in the Airplane PIC or SIC blocks of the Total in Last 12 Months section of the FAA Form 3330-47-3.

MULTIENGINE AIRPLANE TIME - 500 Hours

Experience may have been in either light or heavy multi-engine airplanes.

INSTRUMENT TIME - 75 Hours

At least 10 of the required hours must have been logged in actual instrument weather. The balance may have been acquired in a flight simulator or as other types of instrument flight time, e.g., hood instrument.

In order to verify your flight hours, applicants MUST provide FAA Form 3330-47-3. Click here to obtain a copy of the required form.

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Selective Placement Factor (SPF): To qualify for this position, applicants must possess a Commercial Pilot Certificate or Airline Transport Pilot Certificate (ATP) and either a valid First or Second Class Medical Certificate. Selected candidates must obtain a First Class Medical Certificate prior to appointment.

NOTE: To qualify at the FV-J (FG-14) level, applicants must possess an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate (ATP) AND possess an Airspace Inspection Pilot (ASIP) Credential.

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In addition to the basic requirements, there may be specialized experience requirements at the next lower level for the position(s) being filled. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position.

Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. Applicants should include specialized experience in their Work History. Applicants may be asked to verify information on their application for employment with the FAA.

Education:

KSA INFORMATION:

As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of the Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements. Therefore, as an applicant for this announcement, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA.

In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA), in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your KSA answers will be evaluated further to validate whether the level that you selected is appropriate based on the work history and experience you provided. Your answers may be adjusted by a Human Resource Specialist as appropriate.

Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA); Quality Ranking Factor(s) or Other Factors listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or alphabetical and referred to the selecting official for consideration.

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