Crew Cost guide

Private Jet
‍Crew Costs

Crew is the largest fixed operating cost for most aircraft owners. Typical total crew cost (salary, benefits, training) for a super-midsize or large cabin aircraft: $300K-$500K+ annually for a two pilot crew.

Compensation Benchmarks

Salary Ranges by Role

role

aircraft category

typical base salary rance (usd)

captain

Light Jet

(VLJ / Light)

$150,000-$220,000

captain

Super Midsize Jet

(Large Midsize / Super Midsize)

$150,000-$220,000

captain

Large Cabin Jet

(Heavy / Ultra Long Range)

$150,000-$220,000

first officer

Light Jet

(VLJ / Light)

$150,000-$220,000

first officer

Super Midsize Jet

(Large Midsize / Super Midsize)

$150,000-$220,000

* Salaries varies based on experience, total flight time, aircraft make/model and operation (Part 91 vs Part 135).

Perks Packages

Benefits & Compensation

Benefits add significant value to overall crew compensation.

Health Insurance

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Retirement Contributions

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Per Diem

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Lodging on Trips

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Uniform Allowances

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Total Impact

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Qualification Standards

Rating & Training

Training keeps your crew current and qualified - a key cost factor.

initial type rating

One time cost for new aircraft type rating.

$20,000-$60,000

Depending on aircraft type and training provider

annual recruitment training

Required annually to maintain currency

$20,000-$60,000

Typically includes ground school and simulator time

simulator fees

Major portion of recurrent training cost

$20,000-$60,000

Varies by aircraft type and simulator availability

* Additional costs may include travel, lodging and time away from operation.

Staffing Baselines

Crew Requirements by Operation

aircraft category

part 91 - private operation

typical crew

notes

part 135 - private operation

typical crew

others

very light / light jet

1 or 2 pilots
Single pilot is allowed if certified.
2 pilots
Two pilots required. Additional training & duty time limits apply.

midsize jet

2 pilots
Two pilots typical for safety and insurance.
2 pilots
Two pilots required.

super midsize jet

2 pilots
Two pilots required.
2 pilots
Two pilots required.

large cabin / heavy jet

2 pilots
Two pilots required.
2 pilots
Two pilots required.

ultra long range jet

2 pilots
Two pilots required.
2 pilots
Two pilots required.

* Requirements may vary based on aircraft certification, regulations and specific operation.

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