Pilot Cadet: $15k Incentive, Fast-Track to Major Airline

American Airlines; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Paid training

Holiday pay

401(k)

Family travel privileges

Relocation opportunities

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Piedmont Airlines is offering the Piedmont Pilot Cadet Program to kickstart your aviation career. The program includes a $15,000 incentive and a fast track into flying with American Airlines, with a guaranteed seat and hours-building flexibility.

Participants receive mentorship, support, and access to exclusive cadet events while pursuing a commercial multi-engine license with instrument rating and 500 flight hours toward ATP milestones.

Qualifications

• Commercial multi-engine license with instrument rating.
• At least 500 hours total flight time.
• No more than 200 hours of ATP/Restricted ATP minimums.
• Valid first-class medical certificate.
• Clean criminal record with no FAA violations.

Responsibilities

• Build flight hours toward ATP/R‑ATP milestones.
• Instruct, fly charters, banner towing, or pursue other aviation opportunities.
• Utilize mentorship and exclusive cadet events to support career progression.

Education

Commercial multi-engine license with instrument rating

Job description

Piedmont Airlines is offering the Piedmont Pilot Cadet Program to kickstart your aviation career. The program includes a $15,000 incentive and a fast track into flying with American Airlines, with a guaranteed seat and hours-building flexibility.

Participants receive mentorship, support, and access to exclusive cadet events while pursuing a commercial multi-engine license with instrument rating and 500 flight hours toward ATP milestones.