What are the main factors that influence an Aviation Operations Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Aviation Operations Manager?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Aviation Operations Manager roles, with salaries approximately 10% above the market median.

How does experience change An Aviation Operations Manager's salary?

An Aviation Operations Manager's salary grows with experience: a Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator (7-10 years)earns $161,757, an Aviation Operations Supervisor (10+ years)earns $131,252, an Aviation Operations Manager (10+ years)earns $167,236, an Aviation Operations Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $199,179, an Aviation Operations Director (10+ years)earns $246,960,

What are the highest paying states for an Aviation Operations Manager?

Aviation Operations Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Aviation Operations Manager roles are District of Columbia $182,900, California $182,200, Massachusetts $179,800. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Aviation Operations Manager roles make?

Salaries for Aviation Operations Manager level roles vary by specialization: Aviation Operations Director: $243,900; Aviation Operations Senior Manager: $196,700; Aviation Engineering Senior Manager: $179,800; Aerospace Aviation Engineering Manager: $162,700; Aviation Engineering Supervisor: $131,900.

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Aviation Operations Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does an Aviation Operations Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Aviation Operations Manager in Delaware is $167,300 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $80.

However, an Aviation Operations Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $207,037
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $142,800 to $188,100
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $120,494

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Aviation Operations Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$188,100	$15,675	$3,617	$90
Average	$167,300	$13,942	$3,217	$80
25th Percentile	$142,800	$11,900	$2,746	$69

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Key Factors That Influence Aviation Operations Manager Salaries

An Aviation Operations Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Aviation Operations Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Aviation Operations Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator (7-10 years): $161,757
Aviation Operations Supervisor (10+ years): $131,252
Aviation Operations Manager (10+ years): $167,236
Aviation Operations Senior Manager (10+ years): $199,179
Aviation Operations Director (10+ years): $246,960

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator	7-10 years	$161,757
Aviation Operations Supervisor	10+ years	$131,252
Aviation Operations Manager	10+ years	$167,236
Aviation Operations Senior Manager	10+ years	$199,179
Aviation Operations Director	10+ years	$246,960

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How Do Aviation Operations Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Aviation Operations Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $182,900.
California: $182,200.
Massachusetts: $179,800.

District of Columbia $182,900 California $182,200 Massachusetts $179,800 Washington $179,100 New Jersey $179,000 Alaska $178,800 Connecticut $176,500 New York $175,600

Hawaii $172,700 Rhode Island $171,300 Maryland $170,300 Minnesota $169,000 Colorado $168,500 Illinois $168,400 Oregon $167,700 Delaware $167,300

New Hampshire $167,000 Virginia $166,300 Pennsylvania $164,400 Nevada $163,500 North Dakota $163,200 Michigan $162,700 Wisconsin $162,500 Vermont $162,100

Maine $161,100 Texas $161,100 Arizona $161,000 Ohio $160,800 Georgia $159,300 Indiana $158,600 Wyoming $158,400 Utah $158,200

Iowa $158,100 Kansas $157,300 Louisiana $157,100 North Carolina $157,000 Missouri $156,900 Florida $156,300 Montana $156,000 Nebraska $155,600

Kentucky $155,400 South Carolina $154,800 Tennessee $154,400 Idaho $154,200 New Mexico $153,000 Oklahoma $152,700 Alabama $151,800 South Dakota $150,100

Arkansas $149,200 West Virginia $148,800 Mississippi $147,300

Top Paying Cities for Aviation Operations Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $166,500
Little Creek: $167,800
Magnolia: $167,500

Lincoln, DE $166,500 Little Creek, DE $167,800 Magnolia, DE $167,500 Milford, DE $167,000 Marydel, DE $167,200 Millsboro, DE $165,800 Millville, DE $166,100 Milton, DE $166,400

Nassau, DE $166,500 Ocean View, DE $166,100 Rehoboth Beach, DE $166,400 Seaford, DE $166,500 Selbyville, DE $165,800 Smyrna, DE $167,900 Viola, DE $167,100 Woodside, DE $167,500

Bear, DE $167,200 Newark, DE $167,100 Claymont, DE $167,400 Delaware City, DE $167,300 Hockessin, DE $167,100 Kirkwood, DE $167,200 Middletown, DE $167,300 Montchanin, DE $167,100

New Castle, DE $167,100 Odessa, DE $167,400 Port Penn, DE $167,500 Rockland, DE $167,100 Saint Georges, DE $167,200 Townsend, DE $167,500 Winterthur, DE $167,200 Lewes, DE $166,400

Wilmington, DE $167,100 Dover, DE $167,800 Dover Afb, DE $166,900 Bethany Beach, DE $165,900 Bethel, DE $166,100 Bridgeville, DE $166,500 Camden Wyoming, DE $167,300 Cheswold, DE $167,700

Clayton, DE $167,700 Dagsboro, DE $165,800 Delmar, DE $165,500 Ellendale, DE $166,000 Felton, DE $166,900 Fenwick Island, DE $165,800 Frankford, DE $165,500 Frederica, DE $167,100

Georgetown, DE $165,700 Greenwood, DE $166,500 Harbeson, DE $165,900 Harrington, DE $166,700 Hartly, DE $167,200 Houston, DE $166,500 Kenton, DE $167,700 Laurel, DE $165,600

Yorklyn, DE $167,100

Aviation Operations Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Aviation Operations Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $187,124. While startup companies pay approximate $158,251.

Aviation Operations Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$158,251
Growth Stage	51~500	$167,375
Established	501~5000	$180,704
Enterprise	5000+	$187,124

Aviation Operations Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Aviation Operations Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Aviation Operations Manager positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Aviation Operations Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Aviation Operations Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$184,030	$88.0	10%
Biotechnology	$184,030	$88.0	10%
Business Services	$184,030	$88.0	10%
Chemicals	$184,030	$88.0	10%
Construction	$184,030	$88.0	10%

Aviation Operations Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Aviation Operations Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$142,800

Average $167,300/year

$188,100

$11,900

Average $13,942/month

$15,675

$2,746

Average $3,217/week

$3,617

$69

Average $80/hour

$90

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$188,100	$15,675	$3,617	$90
Average	$167,300	$13,942	$3,217	$80
25th Percentile	$142,800	$11,900	$2,746	$69

Aviation Operations Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Aviation Operations Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Aviation Operations Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $199,200 - a projected growth of 19% over your current level.

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