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This career pays well above the median wage.    This career requires a high level of certain physical abilities, such as physical strength, standing or walking, good eyesight, or good hearing   

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Airline Pilots

Fly or navigate airplanes or helicopters on scheduled routes.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Well above the statewide median
 $137,858 / year    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Above statewide average
Growth rate:  13.7%    Read more about outlook

Education:

 Bachelor's degree is typically required.

On the Job:

 Typical Work Tasks
  • Pilot aircraft.
  • Choose optimal transportation routes or speeds.
  • Monitor engine operation or functioning.
  • Monitor equipment gauges or displays to ensure proper operation.
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Job Title Examples:

 First Officer
Pilot
Airline Captain

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Wages & Outlook

 

Typical Wages   This career pays well above the median wage.

Wages listed below are for a variety of experience and education levels. Make sure that you research the typical entry-level education and work experience and training requirements for this occupation.

This career: $137,858
Statewide median: $50,436.96

 

This is a very high-wage career. It pays well above the statewide median wage.


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