What are the main factors that influence a Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator'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 Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator's salary?

A Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator's salary grows with experience: a Flight Instruction Coordinator (4-7 years)earns $100,642, a Flight Instruction Senior Coordinator (7+ years)earns $114,978, 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,

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator?

Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator roles are District of Columbia $176,900, California $176,200, Massachusetts $173,900. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator roles make?

Salaries for Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator level roles vary by specialization: Lead Flight Training Coordinator: $159,730; Lead Flight Trainer: $159,728; Flight Instruction Senior Coordinator: $113,600; Flight Training Senior Coordinator: $113,540; Senior Flight Trainer: $113,536.

Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator in Delaware is $161,800 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $78.

However, a Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $183,388
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $151,000 to $173,100
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $141,167

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Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$173,100	$14,425	$3,329	$83
Average	$161,800	$13,483	$3,112	$78
25th Percentile	$151,000	$12,583	$2,904	$73

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator Salaries

A Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator'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 Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator'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:

Flight Instruction Coordinator (4-7 years): $100,642
Flight Instruction Senior Coordinator (7+ years): $114,978
Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator (7-10 years): $161,757
Aviation Operations Supervisor (10+ years): $131,252
Aviation Operations Manager (10+ years): $167,236

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Flight Instruction Coordinator	4-7 years	$100,642
Flight Instruction Senior Coordinator	7+ years	$114,978
Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator	7-10 years	$161,757
Aviation Operations Supervisor	10+ years	$131,252
Aviation Operations Manager	10+ years	$167,236

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How Do Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator 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 Lead Flight Instruction Coordinators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $176,900.
California: $176,200.
Massachusetts: $173,900.

District of Columbia $176,900 California $176,200 Massachusetts $173,900 Washington $173,200 New Jersey $173,200 Alaska $173,000 Connecticut $170,800 New York $169,900

Hawaii $167,000 Rhode Island $165,700 Maryland $164,700 Minnesota $163,500 Colorado $163,000 Illinois $162,900 Oregon $162,300 Delaware $161,800

New Hampshire $161,500 Virginia $160,900 Pennsylvania $159,100 Nevada $158,100 North Dakota $157,800 Michigan $157,400 Wisconsin $157,200 Vermont $156,800

Maine $155,800 Texas $155,800 Arizona $155,700 Ohio $155,600 Georgia $154,100 Indiana $153,400 Wyoming $153,200 Utah $153,000

Iowa $152,900 Kansas $152,100 Louisiana $151,900 Missouri $151,800 North Carolina $151,800 Florida $151,200 Montana $150,800 Nebraska $150,500

Kentucky $150,400 South Carolina $149,700 Tennessee $149,300 Idaho $149,200 New Mexico $148,000 Oklahoma $147,700 Alabama $146,800 South Dakota $145,200

Arkansas $144,300 West Virginia $143,900 Mississippi $142,500

Top Paying Cities for Lead Flight Instruction Coordinators

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: $161,100
Little Creek: $162,300
Magnolia: $162,000

Lincoln, DE $161,100 Little Creek, DE $162,300 Magnolia, DE $162,000 Milford, DE $161,500 Marydel, DE $161,800 Millsboro, DE $160,400 Millville, DE $160,700 Milton, DE $160,900

Nassau, DE $161,000 Ocean View, DE $160,600 Rehoboth Beach, DE $160,900 Seaford, DE $161,000 Selbyville, DE $160,400 Smyrna, DE $162,400 Viola, DE $161,600 Woodside, DE $162,100

Bear, DE $161,700 Newark, DE $161,600 Claymont, DE $162,000 Delaware City, DE $161,800 Hockessin, DE $161,600 Kirkwood, DE $161,800 Middletown, DE $161,800 Montchanin, DE $161,600

New Castle, DE $161,700 Odessa, DE $161,900 Port Penn, DE $162,000 Rockland, DE $161,700 Saint Georges, DE $161,800 Townsend, DE $162,000 Winterthur, DE $161,700 Lewes, DE $161,000

Wilmington, DE $161,600 Dover, DE $162,300 Dover Afb, DE $161,400 Bethany Beach, DE $160,500 Bethel, DE $160,600 Bridgeville, DE $161,000 Camden Wyoming, DE $161,800 Cheswold, DE $162,200

Clayton, DE $162,200 Dagsboro, DE $160,300 Delmar, DE $160,100 Ellendale, DE $160,600 Felton, DE $161,500 Fenwick Island, DE $160,400 Frankford, DE $160,100 Frederica, DE $161,600

Georgetown, DE $160,300 Greenwood, DE $161,000 Harbeson, DE $160,500 Harrington, DE $161,300 Hartly, DE $161,800 Houston, DE $161,000 Kenton, DE $162,200 Laurel, DE $160,200

Yorklyn, DE $161,700

Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $178,124. While startup companies pay approximate $150,967.

Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$150,967
Growth Stage	51~500	$159,575
Established	501~5000	$172,107
Enterprise	5000+	$178,124

Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator positions in Transportation or Aerospace & Defense typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$242,700	$117.0	50%
Business Services	$194,160	$93.0	20%

Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator'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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$151,000

Average $161,800/year

$173,100

$12,583

Average $13,483/month

$14,425

$2,904

Average $3,112/week

$3,329

$73

Average $78/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$173,100	$14,425	$3,329	$83
Average	$161,800	$13,483	$3,112	$78
25th Percentile	$151,000	$12,583	$2,904	$73

Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Aviation Operations Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $131,300 - a projected growth of -19% over your current level.

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