Flight instructor: Average Salary in United States of America, 2026

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How much does a Flight instructor make in United States of America?

$53,957/ Annual
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The average Flight instructor in United States of America is $53,957 per year or $27.31 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $38,610 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $94,463 per year.

Median$53,957

Low$38,610

High$94,463

Flight instructor: Average Salary in United States of America

Delaware$76,960

California$71,551

West Virginia$70,203

Alaska$66,072

Wisconsin$62,956

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