First Officer Jobs
Come on board Piedmont Airlines as a First Officer to kickstart your journey toward American Airlines. Bring 500-950 hours of qualified Part 121 time and a type rating for the E135/140/145 to earn $125,000 in bonuses on your first paycheck. Qualified applicants must accept a conditional job offer before December 31, 2023, and start class before January 31, 2024.
If you’re interested in learning more about opportunities available at Piedmont, review our FAQs page. Need to talk to a recruiter? Email flyPiedmont@aa.com
The Fastest Path to American Airlines
Piedmont Airlines pilots are on the fastest path to American Airlines under a company contractual “flow” program with enhanced quality of life benefits, including:
- Compensating First Officers as Captains after accumulating 750 flight hours
- Minimum of 4 hours of flight pay for each day(s) of the assignment
- Commuting pilots in non-hub locations will receive four hotel nights per month
- 50% bonus on select holidays (including Super Bowl Sunday) 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 12-15 months. Plus, you’ll get paid as a CAPTAIN when you reach 750 hours. Pilots with Part 121 experience can upgrade even sooner.
View openings for First Officer jobs at Piedmont.
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Military Transition
Make the transition from a military pilot to a rewarding aviation career as a pilot at Piedmont. Your military flight hours count. Do you have more than 2000 total hours and 500 hours of U.S. Military PIC time in a multiengine airplane (or VTOL) that requires a crew of 2 or more? You may qualify for our High Time First Officer position and a $75,000 sign-on bonus.
Crew Bases
Charlotte, NC
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.
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