Aircraft Pilots and Flight Engineers
Occupation
$198,100
National Median Salary
—
Median Hourly Wage
151,130
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2014-2024)
+91.6%
10 Year Change
$103,390
2014 Median
$198,100
2024 Median
Note: State and industry pay breakdowns are available for more specific job titles. See detailed occupations below.
Top Paying Industries for Aircraft Pilots and Flight Engineers
| Industry | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Credit Intermediation and Related Activities (5221 and 5223 only) | $229,990 | — |
| Credit Intermediation and Related Activities | $227,800 | — |
| Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing | $223,800 | 90 |
| Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities | $216,140 | — |
| Air Transportation | $214,880 | 111,960 |
Detailed Aircraft Pilots and Flight Engineers Occupations
These specific job titles have more detailed state and industry salary data:
| Occupation | Annual Median |
|---|---|
| Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers | $226,600 |
| Commercial Pilots | $122,670 |
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Credit Intermediation and Related Activities (5221 and 5223 only)
Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing
Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
Air Transportation
Scientific Research and Development Services
Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
Computer Systems Design and Related Services
Electric Power Generation, Transmission and Distribution
Spectator Sports
Support Activities for Mining
Chemical Manufacturing