American Airlines Pilot Salary Guide 2026: Full Pay Scale by Rank
From first officer to captain, here is the complete American Airlines pilot pay scale for 2026 under the current APFA contract, including bonuses and per diem.
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Emily Chen
authorAviation safety, FAA rulemaking, pilot and crew careers
Dallas, TX7 years experience3 articles
Aviation safety and careers reporter. Holds a private pilot certificate and covers FAA rulemaking, pilot shortage trends, and airline crew compensation.
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