First Officer

Come on board Piedmont Airlines as a First Officer. Train to proficiency and the standard with our industry-recognized Advanced Qualifications Program and earn your stripes quickly.

Piedmont pilots are among the highest-paid pilots in the regional aviation industry, with First Officers starting at $102 per hour
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Piedmont Airlines pilots are on the fastest path to American Airlines under a company contractual “flow” program with enhanced quality of life benefits, including:

• Minimum of 4 hours of flight pay for each day(s) of the assignment
• Commuting pilots can receive up to four hotel nights per month, depending on base location
• 50% bonus on select holidays (including the “Big Football Game”) for all pilots
• Minimum of 12 days off and additional enhancements to bid schedules

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 as little as 18 months.

Piedmont Airlines to receive new Embraer-175 aircraft IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Tuesday, June 10, 2025 Salisbury, Maryland–Today marks a major milestone in the proud history of Piedmont Airlines, as the airline announces …

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.

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.

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.

Receive financial support while building time. Pilots with 500 hours total time are eligible for Piedmont’s flexible Cadet Program. Cadets will receive $15,000 to help build flight hours and free ATP-CTP to become a First Officer at Piedmont.