First Officer - Regional Airline

First Officer - Piedmont Airlines About Us Piedmont Airlines, a valued subsidiary of American Airlines Group, proudly connects communities across the East Coast and beyond with our fleet of Embraer 145 regional jets. We offer pilots unparalleled stability, career advancement, and exceptional benefits from our bases in Philadelphia, PA; Charlotte, NC; and Harrisburg, PA. Exciting developments are on the horizon as Piedmont is set to welcome the modern Embraer 175 to our fleet in 2028, providing our pilots with expanded opportunities to fly one of the most advanced regional aircraft available. Why Choose Piedmont? Competitive Pay First Officer hourly pay starting at $99.00 75-hour minimum guarantee Captain pay begins once you reach 750 Piedmont flight hours and successfully bid for an upgrade Longevity match: Transfer your service time from another 121 carrier Training & Support Complimentary hotel accommodations during training at the American Airlines Training Center in Charlotte, NC 100% pay protection for canceled trips and deadhead assignments Career Growth Logistics for Captain upgrade eligibility after 2,500 total hours and 1,000 Part 121 hours Earn Captain pay at 750 Piedmont hours upon successful upgrade bidding Flow-through program to American Airlines after five years of service, or continue to receive top-of-scale pay if you stay at Piedmont Future opportunities available to transition to the Embraer 175 fleet in 2028 Compensation First Officer Pay Scale: 1 | $99.00 2 | $104.50 3 | $114.00 4+ | $117.75 4-hour minimum day guarantee 11 minimum days off each month Long Call Reserve available Captain Pay Upgrade: Achieve Captain's hourly rate upon logging 750 flight hours at Piedmont and securing a successful upgrade bid. Insurance & Retirement Benefits Medical Insurance: Zero-dollar deductible plan; company covers 67% of employee premium (includes prescription and vision) Dental Insurance: Preventive care at no cost Life & Disability: 100% company-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage Retirement: 401(k) with company contribution of 4% after one year of service Travel Privileges Unlimited travel on American Airlines for you, your spouse/partner, children, stepchildren, and parents Options for guest travel available Zonal Employee Discount (ZED) agreements with other carriers for expanded global travel Additional Perks Commuter hotel rooms (6 per quarter for hub domiciles; 4 per month for non-hub domiciles) Bid crew base assignments based on seniority and availability 100% pay for trip cancellations and deadhead assignments Minimum Qualifications Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) or Restricted ATP (R-ATP) certificate with multi-engine rating 500 hours total time, including: 50 hours multi-engine 250 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC) or meet R-ATP minimums Current FAA First-Class Medical Certificate FCC Radiotelephone Operator's Permit Valid U.S. passport (or passport with U.S. work authorization) High school diploma or GED Preferred Qualifications Type rating in a Part 25 aircraft Current employment as a Part 121 pilot Take Your Career Further Joining Piedmont means more than just flying airplanes—it's about building a long-term career with American Airlines Group. Whether your ambition is to fly throughout America or continue growing within Piedmont's operations—including flying the Embraer 175 in 2028—you can expect stability, competitive pay, and exceptional travel privileges. Place of Work On-site Requisition ID 238754 Job Type Full Time Job Benefits Medical Insurance: Zero-dollar deductible plan; company covers 67% of employee premium (includes prescription and vision) Dental Insurance: Preventive care at no cost Life & Disability: 100% company-paid life insurance and AD&D coverage Retirement: 401(k) with company contribution of 4% after one year of service

Created: 2026-03-15