How much does a Head Helicopter Pilot make in Kansas City, MO? The average Head Helicopter Pilot salary in Kansas City, MO is $170,700 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $150,800 and $213,400. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Head Helicopter Pilot Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Head Helicopter Pilot Salary $132,682 Kansas City,MO May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Head Helicopter Pilot Salary $150,800 Kansas City,MO May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Head Helicopter Pilot Salary $170,700 Kansas City,MO May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Head Helicopter Pilot Salary $213,400 Kansas City,MO May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Head Helicopter Pilot Salary $252,276 Kansas City,MO May 28, 2024
25% $150,800 10% $132,682 90% $252,276 75% $213,400 $170,700 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Head Helicopter Pilot ensures flights are operated in compliance with all applicable FAA regulations. Partners with general aviation management to establish and implement operating policies and procedures for helicopter pilots. Being a Head Helicopter Pilot assumes flight duty. Schedules flight personnel, maintenance and maintains flight records. In addition, Head Helicopter Pilot has all required licenses and meets flying time requirements. Typically requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Requires Commercial Pilot license for helicopters - CPL(H). The Head Helicopter Pilot manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. Working as a Head Helicopter Pilot typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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  • Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled PILOTS interested in law enforcement an exceptional o...
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  • We invite you to join a team of highly skilled emergency medical experts, pilots and mechanics. Our mission of providing care to the world at a moment's no...
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About Kansas City, Missouri    Kansas City is the largest city in the U.S. state of Missouri. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city had an estimated population of 488,943 in....More

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