In 2026, Virgin Atlantic pilot salaries remain competitive within the UK long-haul airline sector.
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Virgin Atlantic 787 crew reprimanded by JFK tower for switching frequency without clearance while taxiing near active runway 22R.
At Virgin Atlantic in 2025, first officers earn a basic annual salary ranging from £73,000 to £93,000 per year, depending on experience and aircraft type.
Virgin Atlantic (VS) is facing a period of uncertainty as its pilots are gearing up for the possibility of a strike later this year.