Airline Pilot Jobs in California

Airline Pilots are critical contributors in the transportation industry, providing a crucial service by transporting passengers and cargo across the nation and around the world. Their primary responsibilities include navigating aircraft safely and efficiently, adhering to flight plans, handling emergency situations, and communicating with air traffic control. They must also perform pre-flight and post-flight checks, ensuring the aircraft is in good operating condition. Furthermore, they play a significant role in maintaining the safety and comfort of passengers, making them an essential part of the airline's customer service.

Key qualifications for this role include strong communication skills, physical fitness, and the ability to make quick decisions under pressure. They must have a commercial pilot's license from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and many have a bachelor's degree in aviation or a related field. A multi-engine rating and instrument rating are also typically required. Airline pilots often start their careers in related roles such as flight instructors, charter pilots, or military pilots, where they gain the necessary flight experience to become a commercial airline pilot. These roles provide them with valuable experience in operating aircraft, understanding aviation regulations, and dealing with unexpected flight events.

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Fixed Wing Pilot

  • Crescent City, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • Crescent City, CA
  • 15 days ago

Effectively communicate and collaborate with both air and ground dispatch, flight crews, facilities and partners....

Fixed Wing Pilot - Located in Reno, NV

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

Effectively communicate and collaborate with both air and ground dispatch, flight crews, facilities and partners....

Aviation Officer III (Flight Operations)

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 8 days ago

The minimum qualifications can be found in the AVIATION OFFICER III (FLIGHT OPERATIONS) classification specifications....

Aviation Officer II (Flight Operations)

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 8 days ago

Aviation Officer - Safety Classification: AVIATION OFFICER II (FLIGHT OPERATIONS) $8,234.00 - $10,671.00 New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum...

Rotary-Wing Chief Pilot, Aviation Officer

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 8 days ago

and Duties Please Note: Due to postal service delays, electronic submission of application is recommended. Please see the Duty Statement link, found in the Additional Documents section, for more...

Air Tactical Aviation Officer - Pilot

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 8 days ago

and Duties Please Note: Due to postal service delays, electronic submission of application is recommended. Please see the Duty Statement link, found in the Additional Documents section, for more...

Fixed-Wing Aviation Officer - Safety

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 9 days ago

and Duties This is a 12-month limited-term position that may be extended to 24 months with the possibility of becoming permanent. Please Note: Due to postal service delays, electronic submission...

Aircraft Pilot

  • March Air Reserve Base, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • March Air Reserve Base, CA
  • 10 days ago

NOTE: You must submit an AFTAR 209 or any official flying hour report and any official document that shows date received aviation service aeronautical order....

Airplane Pilot

  • March Air Reserve Base, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • March Air Reserve Base, CA
  • 10 days ago

NOTE: You must submit an AFTAR 209 or any official flying hour report and any official document that shows date received aviation service aeronautical order....

Flight Engineer (Instructor)

  • Stockton, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • 11 days ago

FLIGHT ENGINEER (INSTRUCTOR) Department of the Army Army Nional Guard Units California Nional Guard Summary This FLIGHT ENGINEER (INSTRUCTOR) position, is loced the Army Aviion Support Facility...

Fixed Wing Pilot

  • Redding, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • Redding, CA
  • 18 days ago

Regulations (FAR), the PHI operations manual, and any state, municipal regulations, or customer policies that may apply....

Airplane Pilot (Direct Hire)

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 26 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 26 days ago

We train more than 700 FAA pilots/inspectors annually, which supports the FAA's oversight of the aviation industry....

Fixed Wing Pilot - Located in Murrieta, CA

  • Murrieta, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Murrieta, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Effectively communicate and collaborate with both air and ground dispatch, flight crews, facilities and partners....

Aircraft Pilot (Direct Hire)

  • Lakewood, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lakewood, CA
  • 60+ days ago

Address Federal Aviation Administration ANM Regional HR Services Branch 2200 S. 216th St....

Demographic Data for California

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Salary for Airline Pilot Jobs in California

This is the average annual salary for Airline Pilot jobs in California as reported by the BLS.

$321,460


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Airline Pilot positions.



Highest Education Level

Airline Pilots in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
26.2%
High School or GED
25.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
21.0%
Associate's Degree
14.0%
Master's Degree
8.7%
Some College
2.2%
Some High School
1.3%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Airline Pilots in California
2-4 years
32.9%
1-2 years
17.4%
4-6 years
16.0%
8-10 years
14.2%
6-8 years
11.2%
10+ years
8.3%



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