Originally Posted by
AligatorAviator
Anybody have info on the instructor job? Pay rate, min guarantee, days off etc? How long do you have to instruct before going to the line? Is it required that you go fly the line after a set amount of time or can you just remain a sim instructor until you can hold the base you want on the line. Also, are instructors line qualified and able to pick up trips?
$90,000 (currently) for the first 2 yrs. Overtime pays $750 per event. On the 25th month, you get flight pay, so a big jump in pay. Days off is 12-13 depending on the month, plus PTO days. You can choose to fly the line full time after 2 yrs, but once out of the training department, it can be difficult to get back in. You can pick up flying on days off, if available. Even though instructors are qualified in both seats, you will only fly the aircraft as an FO until you upgrade.