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Challenger 350 Captain

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$220 - $230/hr

FAA Commercial or Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate with appropriate category and class * Valid FAA 1st Class Medical Certificate * FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit * FAA ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for atp pilot in Utah is $119,182.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,000.00 and $141,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an ATP pilot?

An ATP (Airline Transport Pilot) Pilot is a highly trained and certified professional responsible for operating commercial aircraft. They hold the highest level of pilot certification issued by the FAA, qualifying them to serve as a captain for airlines and other commercial operations. ATP Pilots ensure passenger and crew safety by following strict regulations, conducting flight planning, and managing aircraft systems. To become an ATP Pilot, candidates must meet experience thresholds, pass rigorous exams, and complete flight training.

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As an ATP Pilot, your day usually involves conducting thorough pre-flight planning, including reviewing weather conditions, flight paths, and aircraft systems before departure. You'll be responsible for safely operating commercial aircraft, monitoring in-flight systems, and adhering to strict safety protocols while communicating closely with co-pilots and air traffic control. Additionally, post-flight duties include completing reports and coordinating with maintenance teams to ensure the aircraft’s readiness for future flights. Collaboration with flight attendants and ground staff is also a key part of the role, ensuring a seamless and safe experience for passengers. In many positions, scheduling may vary, and you may work long or irregular hours, depending on the airline's routes and needs.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an ATP pilot?

To thrive as an ATP Pilot, you need expert knowledge of flight operations, aeronautical decision-making, and advanced piloting skills, supported by an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate and significant logged flight hours. Proficiency with modern avionics systems, flight management computers, and aviation safety protocols is essential. Strong communication, teamwork, and composure under pressure are key soft skills that distinguish top professionals in this role. These abilities are vital for managing complex flight operations, ensuring passenger safety, and working effectively with crew in dynamic environments.

How to become an ATP pilot?

To become an ATP (Airline Transport Pilot) pilot, you must hold a commercial pilot certificate, accumulate at least 1,500 flight hours, and pass the ATP written and practical exams. Additionally, you need an FAA first-class medical certificate and relevant flight experience, often including multi-engine and instrument ratings.

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Infographic showing various Atp Pilot job openings in Utah as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $119,182 per year, or $57.3 per hour.

Pilot Pathway Program

SkyWest Airlines

Saint George, UT

Part-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Work closely with SkyWest mentors to support pilot training and development.

  • Participate in the SkyWest Pilot Pathway Program to meet ATP or R-ATP minimums.

  • Maintain active flight hour updates and meet minimum flight experience requirements.

SkyWest Airlines rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 80 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

14th of 26 rated airlines

Job description


Primary Job Duties

Length of Program: Until ATP or R-ATP minimums are met

  • Work closely with SkyWest mentors

Joining the SkyWest Pilot Pathway Program will give you access to benefits, including:

  • Enhanced Company seniority
  • Guaranteed interview at SkyWest (must meet minimum hiring requirements)
  • Enhanced introduction to SkyWest
  • SkyWest mentorship, interview prep, and ongoing association with crewmembers

The SkyWest Pilot Pathway Program provides a direct path for exceptional pilots to launch their career at SkyWest Airlines.  You must be attending, or have attended, a SkyWest Elite or Standard Partner to join the Pilot Pathway Program.

The current SkyWest Elite Partners are:  ATP, AeroGuard, FLT Academy.


The current SkyWest Standard Partners are:  Acron Aviation, Axiom Aviation, California Aeronautical University, Cornerstone Aviation, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott Campus, Nulton Aviation, Saint Francis Aviation, Skyborne, Sling Pilot Academy, Southern Utah University, Spartan, University of North Dakota Grand Forks, Utah Valley University, Utah State University, Western Michigan University.

Please note that this is an unpaid position. Lodging will be provided if required to travel for company business.


Minimum Requirements
  • Must possess a valid driver's license and be at least 18 years of age
  • Be an active or former student at a SkyWest partner school and working toward becoming a commercial pilot
  • Be a U.S. citizen or able to show proof of right to work in the U.S.
  • May not have more than two check ride failures
  • Must actively update flight hours monthly through SkyWest Online

If enrolled at one of SkyWest's elite partners you are eligible to join the Pathway Program immediately upon starting flight training.  If enrolled at one of SkyWest's standard partners, you must also meet the following:  Hold a Private Pilot License, an Instrument Rating, and a Commercial Rating


Physical and Other Requirements

 

Qualifications:

Length of Program: Until ATP or R-ATP minimums are met

  • Work closely with SkyWest mentors

Joining the SkyWest Pilot Pathway Program will give you access to benefits, including:

  • Enhanced Company seniority
  • Guaranteed interview at SkyWest (must meet minimum hiring requirements)
  • Enhanced introduction to SkyWest
  • SkyWest mentorship, interview prep, and ongoing association with crewmembers

The SkyWest Pilot Pathway Program provides a direct path for exceptional pilots to launch their career at SkyWest Airlines.  You must be attending, or have attended, a SkyWest Elite or Standard Partner to join the Pilot Pathway Program.

The current SkyWest Elite Partners are:  ATP, AeroGuard, FLT Academy.


The current SkyWest Standard Partners are:  Acron Aviation, Axiom Aviation, California Aeronautical University, Cornerstone Aviation, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Prescott Campus, Nulton Aviation, Saint Francis Aviation, Skyborne, Sling Pilot Academy, Southern Utah University, Spartan, University of North Dakota Grand Forks, Utah Valley University, Utah State University, Western Michigan University.

Please note that this is an unpaid position. Lodging will be provided if required to travel for company business.

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