First Officer - Fast-Track to Captain & High Pay

Piedmont Airlines; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotel nights for commuting pilots

Holiday pay bonus 50%

Minimum 12 days off

Cadet Program with $15,000

Job summary

Piedmont Airlines is inviting aspiring pilots to join as a First Officer under the Advanced Qualifications Program, earning $102 per hour to start. The Cadet Program provides financial support to build flight hours and includes a clear path to captain in as little as 18 months.

Piedmont pilots enjoy a rapid advancement pathway, with benefits such as hotel accommodations for commuting pilots and holiday pay bonuses, while flights from hubs like CLT and the Philly/Philadelphia area offer dynamic

Qualifications

• Pilot with 500 hours total time eligible for Piedmont Cadet Program.
• First Officers start at $102 per hour.
• Opportunity to become captain in as little as 18 months.

Responsibilities

• Progress from First Officer to Captain in as little as 18 months.
• Cadet Program participation to build flight time.
• Receive financial support while building time and advancing your career.

Skills

Flight hours 500

Job description

Come on board Piedmont Airlines as a First Officer. Train to proficiency and the standard with our industry-recognized Advanced Qualifications Program and earn your stripes quickly.

If you’re interested in learning more about opportunities available at Piedmont, review our FAQs page. Need to talk to a recruiter? Email [e-mail]

Piedmont pilots are among the highest-paid pilots in the regional aviation industry, with First Officers starting at $102 per hour.

Piedmont Airlines pilots are on the fastest path to American Airlines under a company contractual “flow” program with enhanced quality of life benefits, including:

• Minimum of 4 hours of flight pay for each day(s) of the assignment
• Commuting pilots can receive up to four hotel nights per month, depending on base location
• 50% bonus on select holidays (including the “Big Football Game”) for all pilots
• Minimum of 12 days off and additional enhancements to bid schedules

Earn Your Stripes Quickly

At Piedmont, you may start as a first officer, but that doesn’t mean you’ll stay in the right seat longer than you need to. Piedmont first officers have the opportunity to become captains in as little as 18 months.

View openings for First Officer jobs at Piedmont.

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Two hours from the mountains, three to the coast, Charlotte has it all. Hiking, biking, rafting and the mild year-round climate to enjoy it. Fly Embraer jets from CLT, American’s largest East Coast hub. Build your career in a vibrant, growing city with a Southern charm that always says hello.

Philadelphia, PA

Piedmont’s prime location and growing Philadelphia hub offer pilots another great situation. You’ll challenge your skills with East Coast takeoffs and landings. Live where everything’s within reach – dynamic cities, rich culture, live sports, top dining, the beach and mighty Atlantic. Position your career, your life – in the center of it all.

Harrisburg, PA

US News and World Report ranked Harrisburg, Pennsylvania’s state capitol, as the #1 Best Place to Live in PA. Located along the Susquehanna River, Harrisburg has something for everyone. Discover an eclectic mix of wilderness and city life, as well as the old and the new. Enjoy hiking trails and outdoor recreational activities. Explore nearby cities like New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington, D.C.

Learn More

Questions? Check out our FAQ page to see if your question has already been answered. If not, we'd be happy to assist you. You can contact a recruiter to learn more about how to apply and receive a personalized guide to joining the Piedmont team. You can also meet members of our team at any of our upcoming recruiting events. Check out the available First Officer jobs below.

Receive financial support while building time. Pilots with 500 hours total time are eligible for Piedmont’s flexible Cadet Program. Cadets will receive $4,500 to help build flight hours and free ATP-CTP to become a First Officer at Piedmont.