Pilots
Total

2445

Active

2445

Furloughed
0
Union: IBT
Hiring: Yes
Fleet
EMB170: 62
EMB175: 159
For more information, please visit Republic Airways Pilot Career Page

Flight Training

Republic Airways provides one of the most advanced and fully integrated flight training experiences in the regional airline industry. Training takes place at the company’s Aviation Campus in Carmel, IN—home to the Brickyard Hotel, Training Center, and upcoming headquarters.

Republic’s RJet Cadet Program offers a conditional job offer to student pilots as early as their Instrument or Commercial checkride. Cadets aren’t contractually bound but gain access to mentorship, training resources, and priority class dates. Select Cadets may also join the RJet Ambassador Program, representing Republic on their campus and receiving a monthly stipend, company seniority, and travel perks.

Republic also operates LIFT Academy, its own in-house flight school headquartered in Indianapolis, offering a direct pipeline to a career with the airline. Learn more at www.flywithlift.com

PayScale

PAY SCALE (Hourly)
Captain 201918171615 14131211109 876543 21
All 224.41219.37214.44209.62 204.90200.30195.79191.39 187.09182.88178.77174.75 170.82166.98163.23159.56 155.97152.46149.04145.68
First Officer 8765 4321
All 97.8296.7895.7494.79 93.6592.7391.8190.90
Per Diem (Domestic) Per Diem (International)
$2.45 $3.00

Hiring

Republic Airways is actively hiring and offering a competitive, pilot-friendly pathway to the flight deck. With bi-weekly hiring, ATP-CTP costs covered, and generous soft pay protections like 1:2 duty rig and daily minimums, Republic stands out as a leader among regionals.

Applicants must meet standard ATP or R-ATP minimums with at least 25 hours multi-engine, 250 PIC, and specific time requirements in instrument, night, and cross-country flying. Pilots receive free uniforms, luggage, a medical stipend, and performance bonuses paid quarterly.

New hires also enjoy full flight benefits on American, Delta, United, and dozens of other carriers—along with strong retirement matching and high-quality overnights (including rental car coverage on longer layovers). You can apply or attend a recruiting event via: Republic Careers

Domiciles

DCA, IND, EWR, LGA, PHL, PIT, ORD, CMH, SDF, BOS

Quick Brief

Company Updates

  • Continues to expand its state-of-the-art Aviation Campus in Carmel, IN, which includes the Training Center, Brickyard Hotel, and future Headquarters (opening in 2025)
  • Finalist for Tech Company of the Year by TechPoint; previously won Large Enterprise of the Year (2020 Mira Awards)
  • Taking annual delivery of new Embraer E-Jets through 2027

Company Overview:

  • Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Indianapolis
  • Largest single-fleet operator of Embraer E-Jets in the world
  • Operates over 900 daily flights to more than 80 cities across the U.S. and Canada
  • Flies under longstanding codeshare agreements with American, Delta, and United
  • ATC callsign: “Brickyard”

Current Operations:

  • Fleet: 221 aircraft (62 Embraer 170s, 159 Embraer 175s)
  • Domiciles: DCA, IND, EWR, LGA, PHL, PIT, ORD, CMH, SDF, BOS
  • Pilot group: 2,000+ active pilots
  • Union: IBT
  • Offers full flight benefits on American, Delta, United, and 50+ other carriers

Headquarters

8909 Purdue Road, Suite 300 Indianapolis, IN 46268

Website
https://www.rjet.com

CEO:

Bryan Bedford

Jumpseat & Travel Info

Republic operates for United, American, and Delta.  Please see the respective airline for listing information.