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Total Aviation Staffing, LLC

Flight Nurse

Richmond, TX

$97K - $139K/yr

As a Flight Nurse, you will be part of an unmatched team of aviation and medical specialists, making a significant impact by providing emergency treatment and transport solutions to critically ill or ...

Dassault Aviation

CAPTAIN FLIGHT OPERATIONS

Teterboro, NJ · On-site

$200K - $270K/yr

We are committed to finding the best, brightest, and most dedicated individuals in the aviation ... Flight Instructor Certificate (CFI, CFII, & MEI) * Type Ratings in out of production Falcons

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How much do flight aviation jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for flight aviation in the United States is $28.30, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $28.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are flight aviation professionals?

Flight aviation professionals are individuals who work in various roles related to the operation and management of aircraft. This includes pilots, flight attendants, air traffic controllers, aircraft maintenance technicians, and other support staff who ensure the safety and efficiency of air travel. Their main responsibilities often involve navigating, operating, maintaining, and coordinating flights, as well as ensuring passenger safety and comfort. These professionals typically undergo specialized training and must adhere to strict regulatory standards set by aviation authorities.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in flight aviation, and how can they be managed?

Professionals in flight aviation often encounter challenges such as adapting to irregular schedules, maintaining high standards of safety under pressure, and keeping up with rapidly evolving technology and regulations. Effective time management, ongoing training, and a strong focus on teamwork are key strategies for managing these challenges. Building resilience and staying current with industry best practices help aviation professionals succeed in this dynamic environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Flight Aviation, and why are they important?

To thrive in Flight Aviation, you need a solid grasp of aeronautical principles, flight operations, and safety regulations, typically supported by a relevant degree and pilot or aviation maintenance certifications. Proficiency with flight management systems, avionics, navigation tools, and compliance with FAA or international aviation standards is vital. Strong situational awareness, decision-making, teamwork, and communication skills help professionals excel in dynamic and high-stakes environments. These skills and qualifications are critical to ensure the safety, efficiency, and reliability of air travel operations.

What is the difference between Flight Aviation vs Flight Dispatcher?

AspectFlight AviationFlight Dispatcher
Required CredentialsCommercial Pilot License (CPL), Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) for pilotsFAA Dispatcher Certificate or equivalent, relevant aviation knowledge
Work EnvironmentAircraft operation, cockpit or flight crew environmentFlight planning, communication with pilots and airlines
Employer & Industry UsageAirlines, charter companies, cargo carriersAirlines, flight operations departments

Flight Aviation typically refers to pilots or crew operating aircraft, requiring pilot licenses and flight experience. Flight Dispatchers focus on planning flights, ensuring safety, and coordinating with pilots, requiring specific dispatcher certifications. Both roles are essential in aviation but serve different functions within the industry.

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Infographic showing various Flight Aviation job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, and 6% Part Time. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,871 per year, or $28.3 per hour.

Certified Flight Instructor

Pilot Lounge Flight Sim for Kids

Los Angeles, CA • On-site

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This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Key responsibilities

  • Deliver structured ground school lessons from the Pilot Lounge 16-week curriculum covering aerodynamics, aircraft systems, instruments, airspace, weather, navigation, FARs, performance, and cross-country planning.

  • Conduct structured simulator sessions on the Desktop Pilot GA simulator stations, including briefing students before each session, active coaching during flight, and debriefing with specific feedback after.

  • Be available for makeup sessions, placement assessments, and open simulator supervision.

Job description

About Pilot Lounge


Pilot Lounge Flight Sim for Kids is a flight simulation experience center and youth aviation education program based in Redondo Beach, California. We operate professional-grade General Aviation simulators - full cockpit panels featuring dual Garmin G1000 glass cockpit displays, analog backup instruments, force-feedback yoke, throttle quadrant, and rudder pedals - in a retail environment designed to make aviation accessible, exciting, and real for everyone who walks through our doors.

We run a 16-week Virtual Private Pilot ground school curriculum fully aligned with the FAA Aeronautical Knowledge Standards (ACS), and serve youth ages 7–16. Our mission is to build the next generation of aviation professionals, and we need exceptional instructors to make it happen.


The Role


As a Pilot Lounge CFI, you are part educator, part mentor, part aviation ambassador. You are not flying students around a traffic pattern - you are teaching the science, systems, regulations, and decision-making that make a safe, confident pilot. Your primary tools are the classroom, the whiteboard, and five high-grade simulator stations.

Your primary students are kids and young adults who may never have sat in a real cockpit - and your job is to make them believe they can.

This is not a traditional flight school CFI role. It is a new learning environment focused on fostering the interest kids have in aviation. If you love aviation, and believe that access to aviation should not depend on zip code - this is your job.


What You'll Do



Ground School Instruction

  • Deliver structured ground school lessons from the Pilot Lounge 16-week curriculum covering aerodynamics, aircraft systems, instruments, airspace, weather, navigation, FARs, performance, and cross-country planning


Simulator Instruction

  • Conduct structured simulator sessions on the Desktop Pilot GA simulator stations — brief students before every session, actively coach during flight, debrief with specific feedback after



Flex days

Available for makeup sessions, placement assessments, open sim supervision



Requirements & Preferred Qualifications


Required — Must Have

  • FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) certificate - current
  • Comfortable with General Aviation glass cockpit (Garmin G1000 or equivalent)
  • Strong verbal communication skills - able to explain concepts to ages 7–16
  • Reliable and punctual - cohort students depend on consistent scheduling
  • Able to pass a background check

Preferred — Nice to Have

  • Experience teaching youth or underserved communities
  • Familiarity with MSFS 2020 or X-Plane desktop simulation
  • Experience with FAA Part 141 or Part 61 syllabus development
  • Prior experience as ground school instructor or aviation camp counselor
  • Social media presence in the aviation community
  • Instrument Instructor (CFII) rating - or actively pursuing


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