AIR, Inc.

ATLANTA, GA: ATLANTA, GA - Aviation Information Resources, Inc. (AIR, Inc.), the largest and most reliable source for airline pilot career information released its 2003-2004 edition of the U.S. Airlines Salary Survey this month. The publication is designed to assist pilots in choosing which airlines to pursue by providing them with career earnings and benefit information. Written by Kit Darby, president and owner of AIR, Inc. and Dan Gradwohl, financial analyst, the 144-page edition provides estimated average monthly pay rates in every aircraft and duty position for 57 airlines, 14 majors, 35 nationals, and 8 large regional airlines. Additionally, there are tables explaining work rules, insurance programs including medical, dental, life, and disability benefits; retirement programs including A & B Funds, 401(k), and profit sharing for each carrier. A 30-year career earnings comparison for the 14 major airlines is also included. A 30-year career averages over $7.7 million and can yield from $8 million to $10 million at the top airlines, which employ over 58,912 (64%) of the 90,670 airline pilots in the U.S.
“The 2003-2004 U.S. Airlines Salary Survey was developed primarily from union contracts and individual company pay summaries,” said Mr. Darby. “We have made every effort to provide complete, timely, and accurate information to guide professional pilot’s through their job search and assist in their career development. In today’s job market, this is the best tool to help pilots evaluate the career value at the 57 airlines, which provided more than 5,800 new jobs in 2002, with projected hiring of 4,750 new pilots in 2003.”
Below is a sample of the detailed information you can expect to find in the Salary Survey. This publication is included in the Airline Pilot Career Development System, or it can be purchased separately for $35.00/member price and $40.00/non-member price, plus $6 s/h, by calling 800 JET-JOBS (538-5627). The Salary Survey is also available free to AIR, Inc. members via AIR, Inc.’s Web site at www.jet-jobs.com.