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Pilots
Total

5500

Active

5500

Furloughed
0
Union: NONE
Hiring: Yes
Fleet
  • E175: 262
  • CRJ900: 36
  • CRJ700: 90
  • CRJ200: 92
For more information, please visit SkyWest Pilot Career Page

Flight Training

New hire training lasts approximately 6–7 weeks and covers the CRJ or E175 aircraft platforms.

Applicants must have passed the ATP written. If not yet completed, SkyWest offers a SkyWest-approved CTP course to help applicants qualify. In addition, those with previous FAR Part 121 experience can receive industry experience credit, allowing for year-for-year pay matching up to 10 years.

SkyWest also offers a Pilot Pathway Program for cadets still in flight school. Benefits include:

  • Early company seniority activation
  • Free access to LogTen Pro electronic logbook
  • Mentorship and interview prep
  • Guaranteed interview
  • Top seniority in ground school
  • SkyWest offers comprehensive training programs to support pilot career progression:
    • Pilot Pathway Program: Provides a direct path for aspiring pilots, offering enhanced seniority, guaranteed final interviews, and mentorship opportunities.
    • Rotor Transition Program: Designed for military helicopter pilots transitioning to fixed-wing aircraft, offering up to $17,500 in tuition reimbursement and a $7,500 bonus for military aviators.
  • Additionally, SkyWest covers the cost of the CTP course for candidates who successfully complete the application and interview process.

PayScale

PAY SCALE (Hourly)
Captain 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
All Aircraft 220 217 214 211 207 204 201 198 195 191 186 181 176 171 167 162 157 152 148 142
First Officer 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
All Aircraft 107 105 103 101 99 97 94 91

Hiring

SkyWest is actively recruiting First Officers and Captains, offering programs such as the Rotor Transition Program to facilitate the transition of military aviators to commercial aviation.

Flight experience minimums include:

  • Total Time: 1,500 hours
  • Cross-Country Time: 200 hours
  • Night Time: 100 hours
  • Multi-Engine Time: 25 hours
  • Instrument Time: 75 hours

Domiciles

ATL, AUS, BOI, COS, DEN, DFW, DTW, FAT, LAX, MSP, ORD, PDX, PHX, PSP, SAN, SEA, SFO, SLC, TUS

Quick Brief

Company Updates:

  • Strong Financial Performance: SkyWest reported a net income of $323 million for 2024, a significant increase from $34 million in 2023. The fourth quarter alone saw a net income of $97 million, with a 26% year-over-year revenue increase to $944 million.
  • Fleet Expansion: The airline secured a new agreement with United Airlines to operate 20 additional Embraer E175 aircraft under a four-year contract. By the end of 2026, SkyWest is scheduled to operate a total of 278 E175 aircraft.
  • Strategic Investment: In February 2024, SkyWest acquired a 25% stake in Contour Airlines, a regional carrier, to enhance its market reach and operational efficiency.
  • Stock Market Performance: SkyWest’s stock (NASDAQ: SKYW) surged by 92% in 2024, reflecting investor confidence and strong financial results.
  • New pay package effective September 16, 2022, and locked in through 2026.
  • New United agreement for 40 CRJ550 aircraft.

Company Overview:

  • Founded in 1972, SkyWest is the largest regional airline in the U.S.
  • The only U.S. regional carrier with an independent labor group.
  • SkyWest Airlines operates approximately 2,190 daily flights to 258 destinations across North America, including the United States, Canada, and Mexico. These flights are conducted in partnership with major U.S. carriers—United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines—under regional brands such as United Express, Delta Connection, American Eagle, and Alaska SkyWest. This broad network and strong alliance with legacy airlines make SkyWest one of the largest and most integral regional carriers in North America.
  • IATA code: OO, ICAO code: SKW, ATC callsign: “SkyWest”

Current Operations:

SkyWest Charter, a subsidiary launched in 2023, operates CRJ-200 aircraft configured for 30 passengers, providing on-demand charter flights for sports teams, corporations, and underserved communities.

SkyWest operates across four major U.S. legacy carriers:

  • Delta
  • United
  • American
  • Alaska

Headquarters

444 South River Road St. George, Utah

Website
https://www.skywest.com/
CEO
Russell Childs

Jumpseat & Travel Info

  • The airline operates for Delta, United, Alaska, and American.  Please reference the individual carriers for listing information.

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