American Airlines provides competitive salaries for its pilots in 2024, with First Officers earning between $110,000 and $230,000 and Captains starting at $309,000 annually. The airline also offers extensive benefits, including retirement plans and comprehensive insurance. Future pilots can join American Airlines through their Cadet Academy, with numerous bases and fleets across the U.S.
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American Airlines is performing 20 transatlantic training flights from Philadelphia to Edinburgh with an Airbus A321neo, aimed at certifying check airmen for future use of the Airbus A321XLR. These flights, running from September 4 to September 24, 2025, are a significant investment in pilot certification and reflect the airline’s commitment to preparing for new aircraft integration into its network.