How much does a Helicopter Flight Instructor make in Detroit, MI?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Helicopter Flight Instructor in Detroit, MI is $183,512. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $140,286 to a high of $234,706, with most professionals earning between $160,886 and $210,309.

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Helicopter Flight Instructor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Helicopter Flight Instructor Salary $140,286 Detroit,MI April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Helicopter Flight Instructor Salary $160,886 Detroit,MI April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Helicopter Flight Instructor Salary $183,512 Detroit,MI April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Helicopter Flight Instructor Salary $210,309 Detroit,MI April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Helicopter Flight Instructor Salary $234,706 Detroit,MI April 01, 2025
25% $160,886 10% $140,286 90% $234,706 75% $210,309 $183,512 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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 Detroit, MI. The base salary for Helicopter Flight Instructor ranges from $160,886 to $210,309 with the average base salary of $183,512. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $160,886 to $210,309 with the average total cash compensation of $183,512.

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