About Us
Mesa Airlines, Inc. is an FAA Part 121-certificated air carrier and a subsidiary of Mesa Air Group. Mesa Airlines is actively seeking First Officer candidates to fly our in-demand regional jets, which consist of the Embraer-175 in multiple crew bases.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid life and disability insurance, as well a 401(k) plan with company match. Pilots receive jumpseat agreements and unlimited flight benefits with over 120 ZED agreements and unlimited travel privileges with our codeshare partner(s).
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When you join Aviate, you'll gain a direct path to United as a First Officer upon completion of the Aviate program and hiring requirements.
Pilot Compensation
- One of the highest pay rates in the regional industry!
Mesa Airlines, Inc. Payrates - 2023
First Officer
Captain
101.00
151.50
103.02
154.53
107.06
156.55
109.08
161.60
111.00
165.64
111.00
168.67
111.00
171.70
111.00
175.74
111.00
179.78
111.00
183.82
111.00
186.85
111.00
190.89
111.00
194.93
111.00
198.97
111.00
202.00
206.04
210.08
214.12
217.15
217.15
Captain Upgrade
Upgrade in as little as 15 months or less!After 2,500 total hours and 1000 hours Part 121 hours (Previous 121 SIC time taken into account)Electronic Flight Bag
Mesa Airlines was the FIRST airline approved for Electronic Flight usage in ALL phases of flightAll manuals and charts are issued electronically at no cost via a pilot-provided iPadTraining
Pilots will receive FULL monthly guarantee pay of 76 hours / monthTraining is conducted at our facilities in Phoenix, ArizonaCompany-paid ATP / CTP course for qualified applicantsProvided single-occupancy lodging during trainingPositive space travel for training eventsWe're confident that Mesa Airlines can provide you with the tools to take your career to the next level.
Desired Skills and Experience
ATP 1500 Hours Total Time Requirements
1500 hours Total Flight Time500 hours Cross Country Time100 hours Total Night Time50 hours Multi Engine Time, Fixed Wing250 hours of Pilot in Command Time, Fixed wing100 hours of Instrument TimeCommercial Pilot Certificate with Multi Engine and Instrument ratingsCurrent FAA First Class Medical CertificateAbility to demonstrate instrument proficiencyATP WrittenCTP training can be provided to qualified applicants
FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator PermitAt least 23 years of ageCurrent Valid PassportWith legal ability to work in the U.S. and travel in and out of the country without restriction
Able to pass a security background check and FAA-mandated drug testHigh school diploma or GEDAbility to read and speak the English languageRestricted ATP 1500 Hours Total Time Requirements
1500 hours Total Flight Time200 hours Cross Country Time100 hours Total Night Time25 hours Multi Engine Time, Fixed Wing250 hours of Pilot in Command Time, Fixed wing75 hours of Instrument TimeCommercial Pilot Certificate with Multi Engine and Instrument ratingsCurrent FAA First Class Medical CertificateAbility to demonstrate instrument proficiencyATP WrittenCTP training can be provided to qualified applicants
FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator PermitAt least 21 years of ageCurrent Valid PassportWith legal ability to work in the U.S. and travel in and out of the country without restriction
Able to pass a security background check and FAA-mandated drug testHigh school diploma or GEDAbility to read and speak the English languageRestricted ATP 1250 Hours Total Time Requirements
2-Year Degree from an FAA-Approved Aviation Program1250 hours Total Flight Time200 hours Cross Country Time100 hours Total Night Time25 hours Multi Engine Time, Fixed Wing250 hours of Pilot in Command Time, Fixed wing75 hours of Instrument TimeCommercial Pilot Certificate with Multi Engine and Instrument ratingsCurrent FAA First Class Medical CertificateAbility to demonstrate instrument proficiencyATP WrittenCTP training can be provided to qualified applicants
FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator PermitAt least 21 years of ageCurrent Valid PassportWith legal ability to work in the U.S. and travel in and out of the country without restriction
Able to pass a security background check and FAA-mandated drug testAbility to read and speak the English languageRestricted ATP 1000 Hours Total Time Requirements
4-Year Degree from an FAA-Approved Aviation Program1000 hours Total Flight Time200 hours Cross Country Time100 hours Total Night Time25 hours Multi Engine Time, Fixed Wing250 hours of Pilot in Command Time, Fixed wing75 hours of Instrument TimeCommercial Pilot Certificate with Multi Engine and Instrument ratingsCurrent FAA First Class Medical CertificateAbility to demonstrate instrument proficiencyATP WrittenCTP training can be provided to qualified applicants
FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator PermitAt least 21 years of ageCurrent Valid PassportWith legal ability to work in the U.S. and travel in and out of the country without restriction
Able to pass a security background check and FAA-mandated drug testAbility to read and speak the English languageRestricted ATP 750 Hours Total Time Requirements
Military PilotHonorable Discharge or Current Service
Obtain a DD-214 Form750 hours Total Flight Time250 hours of Pilot in Command Time, Fixed wingCommercial Pilot Certificate with Multi Engine and Instrument ratingsCurrent FAA First Class Medical CertificateAbility to demonstrate instrument proficiencyATP WrittenCTP training can be provided to qualified applicants
FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator PermitAt least 21 years of ageCurrent Valid PassportWith legal ability to work in the U.S. and travel in and out of the country without restriction
Able to pass a security background check and FAA-mandated drug testAbility to read and speak the English languageMesa Airlines recognizes the skills associated with helicopter flying. Rotary Wing time may be included in Total Time, but the applicant must meet the 25-hour multi-engine, 250-hour Fixed Wing PIC requirement.
Salary : $111,009 - $175,749
