In 2026, Air New Zealand offers a stable and competitive salary structure to its pilots within the Oceania region.
Pilot Corner
United Airlines fires 76-year-old technician Frank Bucci for taking water during a medical emergency, sparking age and disability discrimination lawsuit.
Delta pilots push for a fast new contract as $465/hr pay parity with rivals and a 2026 deadline create urgency for ALPA negotiations.
Singapore Flying College, a subsidiary of Singapore Airlines (SQ), has officially opened its new pilot training facility at Tamworth Airport (TMW), marking a major step in expanding global aviation training capacity.
A U.S. Air Force F-35A Lightning II fighter assigned to Nellis Air Force Base (LSV) crashed within the Nevada Test and Training Range on March 31, 2026.
The United States Air Force remains far ahead with over 14,000 aircraft supported by approximately 37,000 pilots.
An Alaska Airlines flight from Liberia to Los Angeles was canceled after taxi due to customs timing issues, but it was the pilot’s unusual announcement that drew widespread attention.
A Lufthansa A350 aborted takeoff in Denver at high speed, triggering emergency response and raising questions about wind and performance limits.
First officers at AirAsia earn modest salaries compared to full-service and long-haul airlines, largely due to the airline’s low-cost model and short-haul operations.
Low-cost and ultra-low-cost carriers now offer pilot salaries that can start near six figures and grow to more than $250,000 annually for experienced captains.