Originally Posted by
PeterK
Best way to learn about the pay scale of a pilot is to go on the companies website. Also download the APC pay scale. Three-Five years and you'll make $70k seems pretty slim now. Since hiring has slowed down. It might take some time to move over to the left seat. But the industry will have a turn for its best sooner or later. It always have after a slump.
As long as you avoid bottom feeders, you should be able to make $70K in 3-5 years at most regionals. This depends on upgrading of course, so you would need to avoid carriers with ultra-long upgrade times (horizon, eagle).
2-4 years is a good industry-wide average for regional upgrade, taking into account up and down cycles. Your actual experience cannot be guaranteed and could vary from 3 months to 15 years. Or your company might shut down before you get the chance to upgrade.