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Volunteer Airline Pilot Jobs (NOW HIRING)

$76K/yr

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done ... AFR Pilot Concierge Cell (PCC): Email: hqafrc.a3rb.pilotconciergecell@us.af.mil Global: A3 ...

$76K/yr

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done ... AFR Pilot Concierge Cell (PCC): Email: hqafrc.a3rb.pilotconciergecell@us.af.mil Global: A3 ...

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How much do volunteer airline pilot jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for volunteer airline pilot in the United States is $87,144.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,000.00 and $102,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Volunteer Airline Pilot vs Commercial Airline Pilot?

AspectVolunteer Airline PilotCommercial Airline Pilot
CertificationsPrivate Pilot License, possibly additional certificationsCommercial Pilot License, Airline Transport Pilot Certificate
Work EnvironmentCharity flights, community events, non-profit organizationsScheduled passenger flights, airline operations
Employer & IndustryNon-profit organizations, volunteer groupsCommercial airlines, transportation industry

Volunteer airline pilots typically operate in non-profit or community-based settings with certifications similar to private pilots, focusing on charitable or community flights. Commercial airline pilots work for airlines, require advanced certifications, and handle scheduled passenger services. The main difference lies in their employment context, certifications, and operational scope.

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What states have the most Volunteer Airline Pilot jobs?

States with the most job openings for Volunteer Airline Pilot jobs include:

Airplane Pilot (SEAPLANE)

Ely, MN • On-site


U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Public Administration • 10K+ employees

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

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$92K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

This position is located in Ely, MN within Region 9 Fire and Aviation Management.
The purpose of this position is to provide the agency as a fully qualified single engine land or seaplane pilot supporting aerial supervision missions, aviation fire suppression, natural resource aviation support, fuels reduction, search and rescue and law enforcement support.
For additional information about the duties of this position, please contact Jeremy Harmon at jeremy.harmon@usda.gov.Qualifications:In order to qualify, you must meet the eligibility and qualifications requirements as defined below by the closing date of the announcement. For more information on the qualifications for this position, visit the Office of Personnel Management's General Schedule Qualification Standards.
To receive consideration for these positions, you must provide updated required documents and meet all qualification requirements by the time of applicant submission date.Your application and resume must clearly show that you possess the experience requirements.
Basic Requirement: Certificates and Ratings:
Must possess an FAA Airplane Commercial Pilot Certificate with Single-Engine Land and Sea Ratings, an Instrument Rating or an FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate, with Single-Engine Land and Sea Ratings.
Medical Certificate: Must possess a current FAA first or second-class medical certificate.
Must possess proof of a tail wheel logbook endorsement post April 15, 1991. Pre-April 15, 1991, proof of PIC Tail Wheel time will be required via logbook entry, as appropriate to the position held.
Must possess all necessary certificates and ratings and flight hours in the appropriate Category and Class (Single-Engine Land and Sea Ratings) as required.
Minimum Flight/Flying Experience:
GS-11: Must meet all the following flight requirements and all minimum hours must be in Category (Airplane): possess minimum flight time of 1500 hours with 500 hours as Pilot-In-Command (PIC); possess minimum PIC time of 200 hours in Category and Class to be flown (Airplane-Single Engine Land and Sea); possess minimum PIC flight time of 50 hours performing Instrument Flight Rules(IFR) flight; Possess minimum PIC flight time of 75 hours performing Night Flight; and possess minimum PIC flight time of 100 hours in the preceding 12 months.
GS-12: Must meet all the following flight requirements and all minimum hours must be in Category (Airplane): possess minimum flight time of 1500 hours with 1200 hours as Pilot-In-Command (PIC); possess minimum of 200 hours in Category and Class to be flown (Airplane-Single Engine Land and Sea); possess minimum PIC time of 500 hours performing Cross Country flight; possess minimum PIC time of 200 hours performing low-level operations in mountainous terrain (flight at 2500 AGL and below terrain identified as mountainous in 14 CFR 95.11, and as depicted in the Aeronautical information Manual figure 5-6-3); possess minimum PIC flight time of 75 hours of actual or simulated Instrument time with 50 hours in flight; possess minimum PIC time of 100 hours performing Night Flight; possess minimum PIC time in Category of 100 hours (preceding 12 months) and 10 hours (preceding 60 days).
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Selective Placement Factors:
Under age 40 -OR- less than age 40 after subtracting the months of Permanent Federal Service worked in a primary or secondary firefighter/law enforcement position -OR- a veteran preference eligible, older than age 40 and is requesting a waiver to the maximum age requirement.
FIREFIGHTER RETIREMENT COVERAGE: This is a primary/rigorous position covered under the special retirement provisions of 5 USC 8336(c) for the Civil Service Retirement System and of 5 USC 8412(d) for the Federal Employees Retirement System.
Age Requirements: For those who do not currently occupy a permanent Federal position covered under primary fire fighter retirement, you must be under age 40; less than age 40 after subtracting the months of Permanent Federal Service in a primary or secondary firefighter/law enforcement position; or a veteran preference eligible, older than age 40 and requesting a waiver to the requirement.
To receive consideration for this position, you must provide updated required documents and meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.Education:There is no education substitution for this position.Employment Type: OTHER


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