As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Helicopter Flight Instructor in Akaska, SD is $168,479, equivalent to $81 per hour, $3,240 weekly, or $14,040 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Helicopter Flight Instructor in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Helicopter Flight Instructor in Akaska, SD vary widely, spanning from $141,317 to $204,489. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($154,262) and 75th percentile ($187,328), while top earners (90th percentile) make $204,489 per year. This $33,066 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like or , or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Akaska Helicopter Flight Instructor often earn 0.9% lower than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

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Helicopter Flight Instructor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Helicopter Flight Instructor Salary $141,317 Akaska, SD June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Helicopter Flight Instructor Salary $154,262 Akaska, SD June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Helicopter Flight Instructor Salary $168,479 Akaska, SD June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Helicopter Flight Instructor Salary $187,328 Akaska, SD June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Helicopter Flight Instructor Salary $204,489 Akaska, SD June 01, 2026
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What is a Helicopter Flight Instructor ?

A flight instructor is a person who teaches others to fly aircraft. Especially Rotor/Helicopter Flight Instructors. Specific privileges granted to holders of a flight instructor qualification vary from country to country, but very generally, a flight instructor serves to enhance or evaluate the knowledge and skill level of an aviator in pursuit of a higher pilot's license, certificate or rating....

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Helicopter Flight Instructor in Akaska, SD. The base salary for Helicopter Flight Instructor ranges from $154,262 to $187,328 with the average base salary of $168,479. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $186,369 to $243,591 with the average total cash compensation of $230,021.

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About Akaska, South Dakota    Akaska is a town in Walworth County, South Dakota, United States. The population was 42 at the 2010 census. The community name derives from a Sioux w....More

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