How much does a Flight Operations Manager make in California? The average Flight Operations Manager salary in California is $196,217 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $165,957 and $223,398. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Flight Operations Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Flight Operations Manager Salary $138,407 CA April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Flight Operations Manager Salary $165,957 CA April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Flight Operations Manager Salary $196,217 CA April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Flight Operations Manager Salary $223,398 CA April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Flight Operations Manager Salary $248,146 CA April 24, 2024
25% $165,957 10% $138,407 90% $248,146 75% $223,398 $196,217 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description for Flight Operations Manager

Flight Operations Manager manages day-to-day aviation operations focused on operational efficiency and compliance with regulatory and organizational operating policies, procedures, and standards. Coordinates plans and schedules skill development and training sessions for pilots, crews, and operators. Being a Flight Operations Manager ensures all operations follow and comply with current FAA regulations, airworthiness, and safety standards. Supervises flight scheduling, aircraft maintenance, and inspection operations. Additionally, Flight Operations Manager applies risk management best practices for safety to assess and manage operations. May require a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a director. The Flight Operations Manager 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. To be a Flight Operations Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $187,500 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $190,168 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $196,928 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $187,144 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $182,341 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $194,082 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $188,033 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $177,182 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $217,030 Date Updated April 24, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $216,496 Date Updated April 24, 2024

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