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How much does a First Officer make in California? The average First Officer salary in California is $168,600 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $149,700 and $189,100. 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.

First Officer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile First Officer Salary $132,493 CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile First Officer Salary $149,700 CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile First Officer Salary $168,600 CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile First Officer Salary $189,100 CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile First Officer Salary $207,764 CA March 26, 2024
25% $149,700 10% $132,493 90% $207,764 75% $189,100 $168,600 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description

The First Officer follows required procedures to perform pre-flight checks and inspections. Pilots or co-pilots aircraft following standard operating procedures to ensure that flights operate according to all regulations, safety, and company policies. Being an First Officer completes required documentation and performs post-flight procedures as required. Determines flight routes, speed, take-off, and landing times that will fulfill scheduling requirements. In addition, First Officer may require a bachelor's degree. Requires FAA Commercial Pilot's License with necessary ratings. Typically reports to chief pilot. Being an First Officer work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Working as an First Officer typically requires 4 -7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Career Path for this job

  1. Down a level:

    Co-Pilot

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  2. This Job:

    First Officer

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

  3. Up a level:

    Captain

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $161,083 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $163,376 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $169,183 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $160,778 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $156,651 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $166,738 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $161,542 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $152,219 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $186,453 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $185,995 Date Updated March 26, 2024
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