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How much do summer instructor pilot jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for summer instructor pilot in the United States is $103,038.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $126,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a summer instructor pilot?

A Summer Instructor Pilot is a professional pilot who provides flight instruction, typically during the summer months, to student pilots or aviation program participants. Their primary responsibilities include teaching flight theory, demonstrating maneuvers, ensuring safety, and preparing students for pilot certification exams. These instructors may work at flight schools, aviation camps, or university programs and are often experienced pilots with instructor certification. The role is seasonal and may focus on accelerated learning or introductory aviation experiences. Summer Instructor Pilots play a crucial role in training the next generation of pilots.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a summer instructor pilot, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Summer Instructor Pilot, you need strong aviation knowledge, a commercial or instructor pilot license, and experience in flight training. Familiarity with flight simulators, GPS navigation systems, and safety management software is typically required. Excellent communication, patience, and situational awareness help instructors effectively teach and mentor student pilots. These skills and qualities are crucial to ensure safe, efficient, and effective pilot training during the busy summer season.

What are some unique challenges faced by summer instructor pilots, and how can they prepare for them?

Summer Instructor Pilots often face the challenge of working with students of varying experience levels in a condensed timeframe, which requires adapting teaching methods quickly. Additionally, weather conditions during the summer months can be unpredictable, impacting scheduling and flight safety. To prepare, instructor pilots should develop flexible lesson plans, maintain open communication with students, and stay updated on weather forecasts and safety protocols. Collaborating closely with other instructors and flight operations staff also helps ensure efficient training and a supportive work environment.

What is the difference between Summer Instructor Pilot vs Flight Instructor?

AspectSummer Instructor PilotFlight Instructor
CertificationsCommercial Pilot License, Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) preferredPrivate Pilot License, Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Work EnvironmentSummer camps, flight schools, outdoor settingsFlight schools, airports, training centers
Employer & IndustrySummer camps, aviation training programsFlight training academies, flight schools

Both roles involve instructing pilots, but Summer Instructor Pilots typically work seasonally in outdoor or camp settings, focusing on summer programs, while Flight Instructors work year-round at flight schools. The certifications are similar, with a focus on pilot licenses and instructing credentials. The main difference lies in the work environment and seasonal versus ongoing employment.

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Infographic showing various Summer Instructor Pilot job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 20% Summer. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $103,038 per year, or $49.5 per hour.

Pilot Proficiency Center Instructor Pilot

Experimental Aircraft Association, Inc.

Oshkosh, WI • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

Are you interested in collaborating with passionate people?
Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) is a community of passionate aviation enthusiasts, and the only association of its kind to offer the fun and camaraderie of sharing the love of flying, building, and restoring recreational aircraft. Our vision is to expand an already vibrant and growing aviation community. EAA hosts the AirVenture Fly-In annually at Wittman Regional Airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. This event is EAA's annual convention and draws more than 650,000 attendees and 10,000 aircraft.
EAA is a sought-after organization with a competitive and unique benefit package, which includes the EAA Flying Club, career advancement opportunities, fun perks, along with being immersed around passionate EAA Members and Volunteers.
SUMMARY
Provide flight and ground instruction following FAA regulations, Airmen's Information Manual, Advisory Circulars, airport operations, and Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) policies, procedures, and curriculum. Ensure that each student meets course standards, training requirements, and objectives. We want to create and further encourage safe, competent, and proficient pilots.
We are adding to our pool of flight instructors. This is a part-time position needed in Oshkosh, WI, to help cover instructional needs on weekends, occasional nights and during the summer.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  1. Complete all Ground and Flight activities according to the EAA Training Course Curriculum.
  2. Perform those flight instructor duties authorized by the Federal Aviation Regulations following the approved Training Course Curriculum.
  3. Responsible for accurately maintaining all appropriate records, including student training records, student logbook, computer records, and all appropriate endorsements.
  4. Ensure that all assigned students meet course standards, training requirements and objectives.
  5. Monitor maintenance condition of the training aircraft, and inform EAA maintenance personnel of any questionable items.
  6. Provide flight and ground instruction to enrolled students while maintaining the highest level of safety and standards.
  7. Maintain a clean, professional environment - both in the aircraft and on the EAA grounds.
  8. Embraces and supports the EAA mission and performs safe practices in the workplace and aviation environment.
  9. All other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
  • Certified Flight Instructor - Airplane (CFI) required; medical not required
  • Knowledge of appropriate Federal Aviation Regulations and related administrative and operational procedures and requirements
  • Knowledge of an ability to apply an effective instructional technique in the classroom and on the flight deck
  • Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment while exercising sound judgment at all times

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or post-undergraduate degree program or holding a bachelor's degree is preferred
  • Actively instructing
  • Light Sport Aircraft flight training experience
  • Minimum of 100 hours of dual instruction given

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Typical office setting. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Preparation for AirVenture or other events may require lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally, standing and walking for extended periods of time while bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting, and push and pull motions.
All offers of employment are contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screen and background check. EAA offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time positions.
EAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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