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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.



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$219.1k

Annual median Salary

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Education

Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.


61%

Bachelor's degree

18%

High school diploma or equivalent

8%

Less than high school diploma

Careers

Typical Job Titles

Airline Captain

Captain

First Officer

Pilot

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