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Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers Salary in Pennsylvania
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers make in Pennsylvania?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$164,990
Median Annual Salary
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-4.5% vs 2024
$172,500
Mean Salary
$164,990
Median Salary
$79.32
Hourly Rate
2,270 people work as Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Pennsylvania
Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers salary by percentile in Pennsylvania
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Pennsylvania earn a median salary of $164,990 per year ($13,749/month).
This is 23.1% below the national average of $214,428.
Pennsylvania ranks #22 out of 37 states for Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers pay.
Approximately 2,270 people work in this occupation across Pennsylvania.
Salaries decreased by 4.5% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers
Pilot and navigate the flight of fixed-wing aircraft, usually on scheduled air carrier routes, for the transport of passengers and cargo. Requires Federal Air Transport certificate and rating for specific aircraft type used. Includes regional, national, and international airline pilots and flight instructors of airline pilots.
Top Skills
Operation and Control
4.88
Operations Monitoring
4.62
Active Listening
4.12
Critical Thinking
4.12
Monitoring
4.12
Key Knowledge Areas
Transportation
4.78
English Language
3.92
Public Safety and Security
3.71
Mechanical
3.7
Geography
3.7
Typical Education: Bachelor's Degree
(61.0% of workers)
Salary Range: Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Pennsylvania
Salaries for Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Pennsylvania range from $88,090 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $369,300 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $91,780 and $211,940.
How much do Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers make in Pennsylvania?
The median annual salary for Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Pennsylvania is $164,990 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $172,500.
What is the salary range for a Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Pennsylvania?
Salaries for Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Pennsylvania range from $88,090 at the 10th percentile to $369,300 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $91,780 and $211,940.
What is the starting salary for a Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Pennsylvania?
Entry-level Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers positions in Pennsylvania typically start around $88,090 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $91,780 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Pennsylvania?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 2,270 people are employed as Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Pennsylvania.
What is the hourly rate for a Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Pennsylvania?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers in Pennsylvania is approximately $79.32 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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