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Per Diem Faa Pilot Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Float Pilot Region 2

Frankfort, KY · On-site

$78K - $97K/yr

... 50.00/Day Per Diem and paid travel/accommodations while on shift Retention Bonus plans ($40,000 ... Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate * 2,000 Total Flight Hours * 1,500 Helicopter Hours * 1 ...

Float Pilot Region 6

Little Rock, AR · On-site

$86K - $107K/yr

... 50.00/Day Per Diem and paid travel/accommodations while on shift Retention Bonus plans ($40,000 ... Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate * 2,000 Total Flight Hours * 1,500 Helicopter Hours * 1 ...

Float Pilot Region 6

Little Rock, AR · On-site

$86K - $107K/yr

... 50.00/Day Per Diem and paid travel/accommodations while on shift Retention Bonus plans ($40,000 ... Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate * 2,000 Total Flight Hours * 1,500 Helicopter Hours * 1 ...

Float Pilot Region 6

Little Rock, AR

$86K - $107K/yr

... 50.00/Day Per Diem and paid travel/accommodations while on shift Retention Bonus plans ($40,000 ... Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate * 2,000 Total Flight Hours * 1,500 Helicopter Hours * 1 ...

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (Required). * Experience operating commercial drones in a ... Fully paid Travel and Lodging for Projections Nationwide * $60 a day Per Diem for Meal ...

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (Required). * Experience operating commercial drones in a ... Fully paid Travel and Lodging for Projections Nationwide * $60 a day Per Diem for Meal ...

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (Required). * Experience operating commercial drones in a ... Fully paid Travel and Lodging for Projections Nationwide * $60 a day Per Diem for Meal ...

Drone Pilot

Houston, TX · On-site

$60/day

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (Required). * Experience operating commercial drones in a ... Fully paid Travel and Lodging for Projections Nationwide * $60 a day Per Diem for Meal ...

Drone Pilot

Topeka, KS · On-site

$60/day

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (Required). * Experience operating commercial drones in a ... Fully paid Travel and Lodging for Projections Nationwide * $60 a day Per Diem for Meal ...

Drone Pilot

Denton, TX · On-site

$60/day

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (Required). * Experience operating commercial drones in a ... Fully paid Travel and Lodging for Projections Nationwide * $60 a day Per Diem for Meal ...

... per diem paid for all shifts 24-hour pilot housing provided Schedule 14-on/14-off JOB SUMMARY The ... FAA Commercial Rotorcraft-Helicopter certificate FAA Helicopter instrument rating High school ...

... per diem paid for all shifts • 24-hour pilot housing provided • Schedule 14-on/14-off JOB ... FAA Commercial Rotorcraft-Helicopter certificate • FAA Helicopter instrument rating • High ...

Drone Pilot

Denton, TX · On-site

$60/day

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (Required). * Experience operating commercial drones in a ... Fully paid Travel and Lodging for Projections Nationwide * $60 a day Per Diem for Meal ...

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How much do per diem faa pilot jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for per diem faa pilot 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 Per Diem Faa Pilot vs Commercial Airline Pilot?

AspectPer Diem Faa PilotCommercial Airline Pilot
CredentialsFAA pilot certification, often with specific aircraft ratingsFAA pilot certification, airline transport pilot (ATP) license
Work EnvironmentGovernment-operated aircraft, often on-demand or short-term assignmentsScheduled flights, airline terminals, passenger cabins
Employer & IndustryFederal Aviation Administration, government agenciesCommercial airlines, passenger transportation industry

Per Diem FAA Pilots typically operate government aircraft on short-term or on-demand missions, requiring FAA certifications similar to commercial pilots but often with additional government-specific requirements. Commercial Airline Pilots work for airlines, flying scheduled passenger routes with a focus on passenger safety and comfort. While both roles require FAA certifications, their work environments and employer types differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Per Diem Faa Pilot job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $130,916 per year, or $62.9 per hour.

Float Pilot Region 2

Air Evac Lifeteam

Frankfort, KY • On-site

$78K - $97K/yr

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

Job Description

If your passion is flying and you want to work in an environment where every second counts, contact us today! We're hiring a Helicopter Pilot to provide medical air transportation services Air Evac Lifeteam's customers. Safety is a key pillar of our services

           Salary range $100,071 - $110,079

 

$15K Sign on Bonus, subject to eligibility

$12K Float Stipend

$50.00/Day Per Diem and paid travel/accommodations while on shift

Retention Bonus plans ($40,000 after 3 years plus additional retention bonuses once completed)

Responsibilities

  • Working with a team of medical experts to safely transport customers to and from locations and facilities
  • Ensure aircraft readiness for flight dispatches as described in the appropriate manuals, including all FAR and Air Evac Lifeteam requirements, and aircraft cleanliness duties
  • Maintain accurate AEL and regulatory documentation and record keeping
  • Effectively communicate and collaborate with dispatch, flight crews, facilities, and partners
  • Provide shift change info to successive pilot and team following protocol for recording Air Evac Lifeteam change board details
  • Accountable to maintain required certifications and ongoing training

 MinimumRequirements

  • Current Rotorcraft FAA Commercial Certificate
  • Helicopter instrument rating
  • Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate
  • 2,000 Total Flight Hours
  • 1,500 Helicopter Hours
  • 1,000 Helicopter PIC Hours
  • 500 Turbine Helicopter Hours
  • 200 Helicopter Night Flight Hours (Aided or Unaided)
  • 230 pound weight limit with flight gear

Preferred Qualifications

  • EC130 Aircraft Experience 
  • High School Diploma/Equivalent or Higher

Upload your Pilot License and FAA Medical Certificate

 

Why Choose Air Evac Lifeteam? As a leader in air medical care, Air Evac Lifeteam is one of Global Medical Response's (GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world at www.AtaMomentsNotice.com. Learn how our values are at the core of our services and vital to how we approach care and check out our comprehensive benefit options at GlobalMedicalResponse.com/Careers

EEO Statement

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.

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Employment Type: FULL_TIME