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How much do flight ops jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for flight ops in Kansas is $25.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.63 and $25.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Flight Ops vs Flight Dispatcher?

AspectFlight OpsFlight Dispatcher
Required CredentialsCommercial Pilot License, Flight Operations CertificationDispatch License, FAA Certification
Work EnvironmentAirlines, corporate flight departments, flight planning officesAirlines, charter companies, flight planning centers
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily airline and corporate aviationAirlines and charter operators for flight planning and safety
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for roles in flight planning and safety oversightFocuses on flight planning, weather analysis, and regulatory compliance

Flight Ops professionals oversee overall flight operations, including crew management and safety protocols, often holding pilot or managerial roles. Flight Dispatchers focus on flight planning, weather analysis, and ensuring regulatory compliance for safe flight execution. While both roles collaborate closely, Flight Ops has broader responsibilities related to flight safety and management, whereas Flight Dispatchers specialize in detailed flight planning and operational support.

What do flight operations do?

Flight operations professionals are responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing the safe and efficient conduct of flights. They handle tasks such as flight planning, scheduling, compliance with regulations, and communication with pilots and air traffic control. Strong organizational skills and knowledge of aviation regulations are essential in this role.

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Infographic showing various Flight Ops job openings in Kansas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $52,504 per year, or $25.2 per hour.

2027 Internship - Flight Ops (Flight Instructor)

Wichita, KS • On-site

Textron
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

Other

Retirement

Posted 13 days ago


Textron rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 30 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

2027 Internship - Flight Ops (Flight Instructor)

Description

Why This Internship

As an intern with Textron, you’ll gain hands-on experience while exploring your interests and building new skills. You’ll be supported and challenged to contribute in meaningful ways – working on real projects alongside experienced professionals to prepare for future success.

JOB SUMMARY:

Inspire the journey of flight in general aviation’s most iconic aircraft by sharing experiences and expert product knowledge. Work as a flight instructor to design and create the best aviation experiences for our team and club members. Grow and develop professional and technical skills to utilize in your aviation career.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Embody Textron Aviation’s values to complete our collective mission and achieve our vision.

  • Act as a flight and ground school instructor for club members and interns.

  • Conduct classroom instruction.

  • Operate company and club aircraft within all applicable FAA and ICAO regulations. Complies with all regulations and local operating procedures.

  • Maintain a thorough knowledge of appropriate aircraft models, systems, avionics, and equipment.

  • Attends training as required.

  • Performs office tasks such as but not limited to answering phones, processing member paperwork, and answering club members’ questions.

  • Adhere to and support club’s policies, procedures, guidelines, and responsibilities.

  • Communicate with and ensure club personnel are aware of noteworthy issues.

  • Always maintains safety as the prime consideration for all operations.

Qualifications EDUCATION:

Pursuing Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management or related field with sophomore status or higher.

  • FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with instrument rating and Single

  • FAA Second Class medical or better, with ability to obtain an FAA First Class medical

  • FAA Flight Instructor Certificate (CFI) and FAA Flight Instructor Instrument Certificate (CFII) required

  • 200 hours PIC

  • 50 hours PIC in previous 12 months

EXPERIENCE:
  • 50 hours dual given

  • 25 hours night

  • 25 hours IMC

  • Multi-Engine Land

  • FAA Complex and High-performance endorsements

  • Previous classroom experience as a ground instructor

  • Familiarity with digital/glass flight decks

Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the U.S. for Textron Aviation at the time of making application, and visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for F-1 students and J-1 exchange visitors who will need employment sponsorship.

Summer internships are 40 hours per week typically from late-May to early-August lasting 10 weeks.

Candidates must be able to work onsite for the entirety of the internship program unless approved otherwise by the hiring manager.

Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S. export control laws. If a position requires access to information controlled under U.S. regulations applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Why You’ll Love Interning at Textron

This internship is more than a summer experience — offering mentorship, training, and meaningful, hands-on work that helps you build confidence, develop new skills, and take real steps toward your career goals.

Our benefits include:

  • Paid, full-time 10-week summer internship with a prepaid stipend

  • Mentorship, training, and development opportunities

  • Real project work and hands-on experience

  • Service time credited toward 401(k) vesting upon full-time employment

  • Alternative work schedules at select locations

About Textron

Textron is a global Fortune 500 company with a diverse portfolio of industry leading brands, including Bell, Beechcraft, Cessna, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, and Textron Systems. We foster a culture where curiosity is encouraged, ideas are valued, and innovation drives real-world solutions.

Join Textron and build a career where your work makes an impact, your ideas are valued, and your growth is supported.

Recruiting Timeline:

Applications for this position will be accepted through October 31, 2026. The application window may be shortened or extended based on candidate flow and business needs. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, and review the location for this role to ensure it aligns to your location preferences as all roles are on site at a Textron business unit.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: Textron Aviation
Primary Location: US-Kansas-Wichita
Job Function: Flight Operations
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Internship / Co-Op
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 09/01/2026, 12:00:00 AM
Job Number: 342074

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Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

Industry

Aerospace product and parts manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Providence, RI, US

Year founded

1923