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Vexcel

Check Airman / Training Pilot

Medford, OR

This position assists in the development and verification of our commercial pilots in the safe operation of single and multi-engine aircraft. This role requires an experienced pilot with good ...

Joby Aviation

Chief Pilot

Marina, CA · On-site

Hire and supervise Joby's eVTOL commercial US pilots * Support building and implementing the training program of Joby's eVTOL commercial pilots * Serve as the lead commercial pilot to define ...

Vexcel

Check Airman / Training Pilot

Medford, OR · On-site

This position assists in the development and verification of our commercial pilots in the safe operation of single and multi-engine aircraft. This role requires an experienced pilot with good ...

Bryce Corporation

PILOT

Memphis, TN

Commercial pilots license * Five plus years of experience flying commercial jet and non-jet aircraft. (one year of experience equals average of 900 hours of flight time) * Maintain minimum of a ...

Bryce Corporation

PILOT

Memphis, TN · On-site

Commercial pilots license * Five plus years of experience flying commercial jet and non-jet aircraft. (one year of experience equals average of 900 hours of flight time) * Maintain minimum of a ...

Survice

UAV Test Pilots

Churchville, MD · On-site

$28 - $33/hr

Part 61, Part 141, Commercial Pilot or Private Pilots license. * Specific knowledge of military ... aircraft systems preferred. * Specific knowledge of unmanned rotorcraft preferred. * Experience ...

Sanborn Map

Senior Pilot

Colorado Springs, CO

Active commercial pilots license. * FAA IFR Rating. * 1st class medical certification from FAA. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: * Approval from chief pilot and acceptance/insurability by Sanborns aviation ...

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Stack AV

Freight Logistics Manager

Pittsburgh, PA

In this role, you will lead both the implementation and execution phases of commercial pilots to guarantee successful customer onboarding, seamless lane launches, and strict SLA adherence. By ...

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How much do commercial pilots jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for commercial pilots 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 is the difference between Commercial Pilots vs Private Pilots?

AspectCommercial PilotsPrivate Pilots
Required CertificationsCommercial Pilot CertificatePrivate Pilot Certificate
Work EnvironmentPaid flights, charter services, aerial toursPersonal flying, recreational use
Employer & Industry UsageAirlines, charter companies, flight schoolsIndividuals, hobbyists, personal travel
Flight Hours NeededMinimum 250 hoursMinimum 40 hours

Commercial Pilots are licensed to be paid for their flying services and typically work in professional settings like charter flights or aerial tours. Private Pilots fly for personal reasons and are not paid for their flights. The key differences lie in certification requirements, work environment, and flight hours needed.

How much do commercial pilots actually make?

Commercial pilots earn an average annual salary ranging from $70,000 to $130,000, depending on experience, aircraft type, and employer. Salaries can be higher for those flying larger aircraft or working for major airlines, and pilots often need specific certifications such as a commercial pilot license and additional ratings.

Are commercial pilots still in demand?

Commercial pilots are in steady demand due to ongoing growth in air travel, cargo transportation, and private aviation. The profession requires certifications such as an Airline Transport Pilot license and experience, and job opportunities are influenced by economic conditions and airline industry needs.
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Infographic showing various Commercial Pilots job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $130,916 per year, or $62.9 per hour.

Check Airman / Training Pilot

Vexcel

Medford, OR

Full-time

Re-posted 23 days ago

Job description

Vexcel Aerial Imagery is looking for a Check Airman/Training Pilot. This position assists in the development and verification of our commercial pilots in the safe operation of single and multi-engine aircraft. This role requires an experienced pilot with good interpersonal skills who enjoys working with and educating our commercial pilots.

The Check Airman is responsible for ensuring that company pilots can safely operate our high performance single and multi-engine aircraft in complex airspace and ever changing weather. Along with the rest of the training team the Check Airman duties are to annually verify that every Vexcel pilot is competently and safely able to operate Vexcel?s fleet of aircraft. This person will be responsible for providing simulator and aircraft checkouts in our wide range of aircraft, which includes Cessna 206?s and 210?s, Piper Aztecs & Navajo?s, Cessna 310?s and other models. As Check Airman, you will be a key component in ensuring Vexcel maintains a safe and productive working environment through initial and recurrent training.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Achieve expert level knowledge of all aircraft and systems used by Vexcel and deliver initial and recurrent training to the pilots in each aircraft they are authorized to operate.
  • Utilize a flight simulator to evaluate and verify pilot skills and ensure pilots are fully capable of handling known emergency situations.
  • Perform ?in aircraft? skill verification and provide local & cross-country skill training for pilots in the type aircraft they are being checked in.
  • Ensure pilots are safely operating aircraft in compliance with all laws and regulations of the Federal Aviation Administration.
  • Document all training in the company databases along with maintaining and updating training materials in the company database.
  • Coordinate pilot training and instruction events as required in support of the Lead Training Pilot and Chief Pilot.
  • Recommend improvements to flight training operations.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

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