You have options. A lot of them. Dedicated, well-trained, hours-rich pilots have many choices. But look beyond the noise. Once you discover what Piedmont has to offer, you’ll see the differences. A guaranteed job at American Airlines, a growing fleet of jets, a fast upgrade. Sure, we have a signing bonus. Everyone does. But we have something no other carrier has – the right fit.

You’re in the cockpit to fly. 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. In 12-15 months of flying, Piedmont pilots have the opportunity to become captains, which increases your pay. It’s even sooner for pilots with Part 121 experience. Our Direct Entry Captain program will allow select pilots to earn $44,200 in signing bonuses and train in the left seat. Your hard work got you here. It’s time for the next step.

Ready for the challenge and responsibility? Look out of our captain’s window to find out.

Piedmont's Cadet Program, available at select universities and flight schools, is designed to help the most promising future pilots make a smooth transition from instructor to mainline pilot. As a cadet, you receive Piedmont support as your hours, training and experience grow.

Flying is more than a career, it's what you love. Pull back the throttle. See the world from a bird's-eye view. Isn't that why you became a pilot in the first place? You've flown small planes. You've been a flight instructor. It's time to challenge yourself with takeoffs and landings at the country's most demanding airports in an Embraer jet. Answer the call.

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