Training

As a cadet, you will use the first 12 months of your journey to complete all of your licenses, ratings and certifications.

Hour Building

After you complete your training, you begin building flight hours toward your 1500 hour minimums! Most cadets do this by working as a paid flight instructor. Industry average for flight instructors is currently between $55,000-$65,000 per year! Not only are you getting paid to build your flight time, you are building your experience and knowledge as you instruct.

Regional First Officer

When you reach 1500 hours, you are eligible to join one of the American Airlines regional airlines: Envoy, PSA, or Piedmont. By continuing with American Airlines Group, you will receive a competitive starting salary, benefits, and so much more. This first airline position allows you to set the stage for the rest of your career.

Regional Captain

Upgrading to Captain is your first chance officially to be in command of a commercial aircraft! This comes with extra responsibility and is a prestigious moment in every pilot’s career.

American Airlines First Officer

Once we welcome you to American Airlines, you are set for the rest of your career! Now your income will steadily rise as you change aircraft and eventually, upgrade to captain. As you get comfortable with your aircraft and base, this is the time to start investing in the company and looking for ways to get involved!

American Airlines Captain

Congratulations! You have reached the pinnacle of your pilot career! Working as a captain at American Airlines is the ultimate goal for most pilots. Not only do you have an extremely lucrative job, but your quality of life, opportunities within the company, aircraft options, and potential destinations are endless.