United Airlines: pilot minimums, pay and hiring
| Type | Major airline (Part 121) |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Not published |
| Bases | Not published |
| Aircraft | Not published |
| Published pilot minimums | Required: 1,500 h total time; preferred 1,000 h fixed-wing turbine |
| Published pay | New-hire first officer $125.52 per flight hour (2026) |
| Hiring status | Not published |
| Careers | careers.united.com/us/en/first-officer |
SkyWest and CommuteAir both describe Aviate pathways to United on their pilot pages.
Source / last checked: careers.united.com/us/en/first-officer · checked Oct 23, 2026. Fields marked "Not published" were not stated on the official source when we checked. Always confirm on the operator's site before applying.
FAQ
What are United Airlines's pilot minimums?
Required: 1,500 h total time; preferred 1,000 h fixed-wing turbine
How much does United Airlines pay pilots?
New-hire first officer $125.52 per flight hour (2026)