In 2025, Alaska Airlines offered pilots competitive compensation that is among the strongest in the U.S. regional and legacy airline market.
Alaska Airlines Pilot Salary
Here is a look at how much they are paid, the other benefits they enjoy, and the requirements one must meet to become a pilot for Hawaiian.
Pilots at Hawaiian Airlines (HA) are raising serious concerns as Alaska Airlines (AS) advances its merger plans, warning that the integration may fundamentally alter air travel to and within Hawaii.
Starting salary for flight attendant at Alaska Airlines (AS) are reported to be between approximately $26,000.
Seattle-based carrier, Alaska Airlines (AS) offers competitive salary to its pilot, which vary based on experience and position.
JetBlue Airways (B6) offers competitive salaries to its pilots, which vary based on position (First Officer or Captain), experience, and the type of aircraft flown.
Alaska Airlines (AS) flight AS3491 from San Francisco (SFO) to Jackson Hole (JAC), Wyoming, operated by regional partner Skywest (OO), encountered an unusual situation on August 8, forcing a diversion to Salt Lake City (SLC).
A captain piloting the largest aircraft for a commercial airline can earn an average annual salary of $348,252, per recent pilot contracts.