ATP-CTP Course paid upon reaching ATP/R-ATP minimum flight experience requirements. * PSA will pay ... All employees are required to pass the fingerprint-based criminal history records check (CHRC) per ...
ATP-CTP Course paid upon reaching ATP/R-ATP minimum flight experience requirements. * PSA will pay ... All employees are required to pass the fingerprint-based criminal history records check (CHRC) per ...
ATP-CTP Course paid upon reaching ATP/R-ATP minimum flight experience requirements. * PSA will pay ... All employees are required to pass the fingerprint-based criminal history records check (CHRC) per ...
ATP-CTP Course paid upon reaching ATP/R-ATP minimum flight experience requirements. * PSA will pay ... All employees are required to pass the fingerprint-based criminal history records check (CHRC) per ...
Pilot Cadet Program
Charlotte, NC · On-site
ATP-CTP Course paid upon reaching ATP/R-ATP minimum flight experience requirements. * PSA will pay ... All employees are required to pass the fingerprint-based criminal history records check (CHRC) per ...
Pilot Cadet Program
Charlotte, NC · On-site
ATP-CTP Course paid upon reaching ATP/R-ATP minimum flight experience requirements. * PSA will pay ... All employees are required to pass the fingerprint-based criminal history records check (CHRC) per ...
Pilot Car Escort
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As a Heavy Haul Pilot Car Driver, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient ... Competitive salary ($52,000-$57,200 annually) based on experience + per diem when away from ...
Pilot Car Escort
Ellisville, MS · On-site
$52K - $57K/yr
As a Heavy Haul Pilot Car Driver, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient ... Competitive salary ($52,000-$57,200 annually) based on experience + per diem when away from ...
... flight per FAA guidelines, Original Equipment Manufacture's (OEM) Checklists, NetJets Flight ... ATP written completed prior to start of Indoctrination Training * 50 hours fixed-wing, multi-engine ...
... flight per FAA guidelines, Original Equipment Manufacture's (OEM) Checklists, NetJets Flight ... ATP written completed prior to start of Indoctrination Training * 50 hours fixed-wing, multi-engine ...
Company Credit Cards and Per Diem - All crews are issued company credit cards for hotels, rental ... pilots who want to continue to upgrade and grow with us! Requirements * Requirements: * ATP * 1st ...
Company Credit Cards and Per Diem - All crews are issued company credit cards for hotels, rental ... pilots who want to continue to upgrade and grow with us! Requirements * Requirements: * ATP * 1st ...
Helicopter Pilot - 2026
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$90K/yr
Job Summary RLC hires and trains the safest Pilots to transport our customers throughout the Gulf ... Base pay, Bonuses and Per Diem total over $90,000 for VFR Captains.
Helicopter Pilot - 2026
Broussard, LA · On-site
$90K/yr
Job Summary RLC hires and trains the safest Pilots to transport our customers throughout the Gulf ... Base pay, Bonuses and Per Diem total over $90,000 for VFR Captains.
Citation XL PIC
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Company Credit Cards and Per Diem - All crews are issued company credit cards for hotels, rental ... pilots who want to continue to upgrade and grow with us! Requirements: * Requirements: * ATP * 1st ...
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Citation XL PIC
Nashville, TN · On-site
Company Credit Cards and Per Diem - All crews are issued company credit cards for hotels, rental ... pilots who want to continue to upgrade and grow with us! Requirements: * Requirements: * ATP * 1st ...
... flight per FAA guidelines, Original Equipment Manufacture's (OEM) Checklists, NetJets Flight ... ATP written completed prior to start of Indoctrination Training * 50 hours fixed-wing, multi-engine ...
... flight per FAA guidelines, Original Equipment Manufacture's (OEM) Checklists, NetJets Flight ... ATP written completed prior to start of Indoctrination Training * 50 hours fixed-wing, multi-engine ...
Helicopter Pilot - 2026
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Job Summary RLC hires and trains the safest Pilots to transport our customers throughout the Gulf ... Base pay, Bonuses and Per Diem total over $90,000 for VFR Captains. Powered by JazzHR jKdYmc1w2u
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Helicopter Pilot - 2026
Broussard, LA · On-site
Job Summary RLC hires and trains the safest Pilots to transport our customers throughout the Gulf ... Base pay, Bonuses and Per Diem total over $90,000 for VFR Captains. Powered by JazzHR jKdYmc1w2u
... flight per FAA guidelines, Original Equipment Manufacture's (OEM) Checklists, NetJets Flight ... ATP written completed prior to start of Indoctrination Training * 50 hours fixed-wing, multi-engine ...
... flight per FAA guidelines, Original Equipment Manufacture's (OEM) Checklists, NetJets Flight ... ATP written completed prior to start of Indoctrination Training * 50 hours fixed-wing, multi-engine ...
Captain- Managed Aircraft Global 6000- (KHOU based)
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Pilot Requirements: * ATP rated * Typed and experienced in a Global * 4,000 hours fixed-wing time ... Salary and per diem start first day of employment * Health, dental, vision * 401k with company ...
Captain- Managed Aircraft Global 6000- (KHOU based)
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General Application - Pilot
$50K/yr
S. Per Diem pilots are an on-call day rate part-time employee. The ideal candidate will need to be a team player while seeking excellence in every aspect of his/her performance. Join a hardworking ...
General Application - Pilot
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S. Per Diem pilots are an on-call day rate part-time employee. The ideal candidate will need to be a team player while seeking excellence in every aspect of his/her performance. Join a hardworking ...
As a pilot for Pentastar Aviation, crew members can expect to fly about 225 hours per year. Requirements Qualifications ATP Certificate Minimum of 4,000 hours of Total Flight Time Bachelor's degree ...
As a pilot for Pentastar Aviation, crew members can expect to fly about 225 hours per year. Requirements Qualifications ATP Certificate Minimum of 4,000 hours of Total Flight Time Bachelor's degree ...
Learjet PIC
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$115K - $206K/yr
We're looking for exceptional pilots to join our mission of safely transporting patients to the ... Per Diem Meal Allowances * Cell Phone Reimbursement Allowance * Company Paid PIC type rating at FSI ...
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ATP's Airline Career Pilot Program offers a fast, proven path to a career at the airlines, with ... Off Days per Year (PTO is earned on an accrual-basis) Physical Demands * The physical demands ...
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Rotor Wing Pilot
$54.06 - $74.83/hr
As a Rotor Wing Pilot at Life Link III, you'll be part of an elite air medical team, flying ... ATP Certificate * Bachelor's degree What We Offer: * Base Pay Rate: $54.06 - $74.83 per hour, based ...
Rotor Wing Pilot
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As a Rotor Wing Pilot at Life Link III, you'll be part of an elite air medical team, flying ... ATP Certificate * Bachelor's degree What We Offer: * Base Pay Rate: $54.06 - $74.83 per hour, based ...
ATP's Airline Career Pilot Program offers a fast, proven path to a career at the airlines, with ... Off Days per Year (PTO is earned on an accrual-basis) Physical Demands * The physical demands ...
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Alexandria, MN · On-site
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As a Rotor Wing Pilot at Life Link III, you'll be part of an elite air medical team, flying ... ATP Certificate * Bachelor's degree What We Offer: * Base Pay Rate: $54.06 - $74.83 per hour, based ...
Per Diem Atp Pilot information
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| Work Environment | On-demand, short-term assignments, often contract-based | Scheduled flights, airline or charter operations |
| Employer & Industry | Airlines, charter companies, cargo carriers | Airlines, cargo, private operators |
The Per Diem Atp Pilot typically holds an ATP certificate and works on a per diem basis for various operators, focusing on short-term or contract flying. A Commercial Pilot may have similar certifications but often works in scheduled airline or charter operations. While both roles require similar licenses, the Per Diem Atp Pilot emphasizes flexible, short-term assignments, whereas the Commercial Pilot often has more structured schedules.
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PSA Airlines rating
6.9
Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
16th of 26 rated airlines
Job description
Let your career take off with PSA Airlines
About PSAPSA Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of American Airlines, offers unparalleled opportunities for growth and professional development. We value teamwork and inclusivity and strive to create a safe, respectful, and happy work environment for our more than 5,500 team members.
At PSA we are defining the standard in regional aviation by focusing on The PSA Standard - our foundation for operation. Through our six Winning Behaviors - safe and caring, customer-centric and quality-focused, dependable and ethical, fact-based, focused and flexible, on-time, and cost-conscious – our team members are showing up every day for our customers and each other.
Join our team to enjoy comprehensive benefits, including travel privileges on the American Airlines global network, so you can explore new destinations and create unforgettable memories with family and friends.
Program Overview
PSA is one of the first regional airlines to launch its Cadet Program to help the most promising future pilots make a smooth transition from the classroom to the cockpit. The Cadet Program initiative is just one other way PSA Airlines offers the most comprehensive benefits to its pilots. PSA Airlines is the fastest-growing regional airline in the country and with the fastest upgrade time in the industry and a true pilot-flow-through agreement to American, your career as a mainline pilot can start here.
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Your eligibility begins once you complete your Private Pilot Certificate.
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Successfully complete an interview with PSA to become a Cadet in the program.
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Cadets are offered numerous opportunities, including mentorship with airline industry experts and
internships.
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Upon completion of your Senior Cadet Interview, you are eligible for tuition reimbursement paid to you as follows:
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$7,500 after the Senior Cadet Interview
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$7,500 at time building (when they are within 500 hours of ATP minimums)
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Total: $15,000
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- ATP-CTP Course paid upon reaching ATP/R-ATP minimum flight experience requirements.
- PSA will pay for the ATP-CTP course (valued at $5,000) for qualified candidates needing to complete the ATP written exam prior to new hire training.
- Hotel accommodations and ground transportation during the ATP-CTP course will be provided.
- Get placed into the next available class at PSA upon reaching minimums, no additional interview
required. - Flow-through to American Airlines with no additional interview, once completing requirements at PSA.
Interview Process
Interview process is broken down into 3 sections:
- Section 1 – HR Interview – Cadet
- Section 2 – Technical Evaluation – Senior Cadet
- Section 3 – Cadet Instructor Check-in and Logbook review – Cadet Instructor
Qualifications
- Must have at least a private pilot certificate
- Must be a current flight student OR CFI, actively instructing
- No more than three check ride failures
- No accident or incident determined by the NTSB to be negligent on behalf of the pilot/aviator
- Ability to obtain a First-Class Medical
- Ability to obtain a Valid Passport
- Ability to obtain FCC Restricted Radio Operator’s Permit
- Must be able to meet the necessary hours and qualification under the ATP requirements or the restricted ATP requirements
- Cadets eligible for a R-ATP (1000 or 1250 hours), must have no more than 700 hours
- Cadets requiring ATP (1500 hours), must have no more than 1200 hours
- If hired, must be able to demonstrate that you are authorized to work in the US
- Must be able to speak, read and write in English
Competencies
To be successful at PSA, you should be:
- Driven
- Reliable
- Caring
- Engaging Communicator
- Decisive
- Results Driven
Additional Information
Work Environment: This job operates inside a climate-controlled building. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, photocopiers, facsimile machines and filing cabinets.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. This is largely a sedentary role; however, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; climb up and down stairs; lift weight up to 25 lbs; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
Security Clearance: All employees are required to pass the fingerprint-based criminal history records check (CHRC) per 49CFR1542.209.
AAP/EEO Statement: PSA Airlines is an equal opportunity employer; qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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About PSA Airlines
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Industry
Aviation
Company size
1,001 - 5,000 Employees
Headquarters location
Vandalia, OH, US
Year founded
1983