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Commercial Pilots

Pilot and navigate the flight of fixed-wing aircraft on nonscheduled air carrier routes, or helicopters. Requires Commercial Pilot certificate. Includes charter pilots with similar certification, and air ambulance and air tour pilots. Excludes regional, national, and international airline pilots.

Occupation Details

County Information

Wage

$51/hour Average
$103,520/year Median

Wage Range

$73,200/year Entry
$123,270/year Experienced

Growth Opportunity

20 Annual Openings
13% change total jobs from 2020-2030

Education Typically Needed

Postsecondary nondegree award

Work Experience Typically Needed

None

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