How much do pilots earn a year?

You should read our VERY detailed article all about pilot pay.

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According to the the most recent US Government Occupational Outlook Handbook (May 2022), the salary for commercial pilots is $103,910 per year. The median annual wage for airline pilots, copilots and flight engineers is $$211,790. However these Bureau of Labor Statistics are already out of date. Since their release most major US airline have provided substantial pay increases. Additionally, pilots participate in employers' health, life and disability insurance, and retirement & pension plans.

Actual salaries can vary depending on the type of pilot, the airline or company they work for, their level of experience, and the country where they are based. In general, airline pilots tend to earn higher salaries than other types of pilots, such as private or corporate pilots. Because of the growing pilot shortage, pilots remain well paid around the globe with good long term prospects. Considering the average cost at Flex Air to train from zero experience to commercial pilot is approximately $80,000, flight training is a good investment in your future.