What are the main factors that influence a Flight Controller's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Flight Controller's salary?

A Flight Controller's salary grows with experience: a Flight Controller (1-3 years)earns $76,964, a Flight Inspector III (3-5 years)earns $86,650, a Flight Inspector IV (5-7 years)earns $101,857, a Flight Inspection Manager (7+ years)earns $137,949, a Flight Inspection Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $170,445,

What are the highest paying states for a Flight Controller?

Flight Controller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Flight Controller roles are District of Columbia $84,641, California $84,320, Massachusetts $83,196. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Flight Controller roles make?

Salaries for Flight Controller level roles vary by specialization: Controller: $253,627; Flight Instructor: $118,020; Flight Trainer: $99,356; Flight Nurse: $94,810; Flight Coordinator: $79,300.

Flight Controller Salary in Delaware

How much does a Flight Controller make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Flight Controller in Delaware is $77,417 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $89,174
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $70,961 to $83,571
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,084

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Flight Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,571	$6,964	$1,607	$40
Average	$77,417	$6,451	$1,489	$37
25th Percentile	$70,961	$5,913	$1,365	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Flight Controller Salaries

A Flight Controller'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 Flight Controller Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Flight Controller'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $76,964
Early Career (1-2 years): $86,650
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $101,857
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $137,949
Expert (over 8 years): $170,445

Levels	Salary
Flight Co... Level Flight Controller	$76,964
Flight In... Level Flight Controller	$86,650
Flight In... Level Flight Controller	$101,857
Flight In... Level Flight Controller	$137,949
Flight In... Level Flight Controller	$170,445

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How Do Flight Controller 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 Flight Controllers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $84,641.
California: $84,320.
Massachusetts: $83,196.

District of Columbia $84,641 California $84,320 Massachusetts $83,196 Washington $82,890 New Jersey $82,860 Alaska $82,753 Connecticut $81,698 New York $81,270

Hawaii $79,901 Rhode Island $79,259 Maryland $78,823 Minnesota $78,227 Colorado $77,998 Illinois $77,921 Oregon $77,631 Delaware $77,417

New Hampshire $77,282 Virginia $76,981 Pennsylvania $76,102 Nevada $75,659 North Dakota $75,513 Michigan $75,284 Wisconsin $75,200 Vermont $75,032

Texas $74,565 Maine $74,535 Arizona $74,489 Ohio $74,435 Georgia $73,732 Indiana $73,380 Wyoming $73,312 Utah $73,205

Iowa $73,159 Kansas $72,792 Louisiana $72,685 North Carolina $72,647 Missouri $72,631 Florida $72,333 Montana $72,173 Nebraska $72,020

Kentucky $71,936 South Carolina $71,630 Tennessee $71,439 Idaho $71,362 New Mexico $70,804 Oklahoma $70,682 Alabama $70,231 South Dakota $69,474

Arkansas $69,061 West Virginia $68,840 Mississippi $68,174

Top Paying Cities for Flight Controllers

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: $80,123
Little Creek: $79,381
Magnolia: $79,710

Lincoln, DE $80,123 Little Creek, DE $79,381 Magnolia, DE $79,710 Milford, DE $80,123 Marydel, DE $79,083 Millsboro, DE $80,123 Millville, DE $80,658 Milton, DE $80,123

Nassau, DE $80,123 Ocean View, DE $80,658 Rehoboth Beach, DE $80,658 Seaford, DE $79,282 Selbyville, DE $80,658 Smyrna, DE $78,992 Viola, DE $79,710 Woodside, DE $79,481

Bear, DE $78,411 Newark, DE $78,441 Claymont, DE $78,502 Delaware City, DE $78,441 Hockessin, DE $78,502 Kirkwood, DE $78,441 Middletown, DE $78,831 Montchanin, DE $78,502

New Castle, DE $78,502 Odessa, DE $78,938 Port Penn, DE $78,227 Rockland, DE $78,502 Saint Georges, DE $78,441 Townsend, DE $78,823 Winterthur, DE $78,502 Lewes, DE $80,123

Wilmington, DE $78,502 Dover, DE $79,343 Dover Afb, DE $79,527 Bethany Beach, DE $80,658 Bethel, DE $79,282 Bridgeville, DE $80,123 Camden Wyoming, DE $79,427 Cheswold, DE $79,160

Clayton, DE $78,961 Dagsboro, DE $80,658 Delmar, DE $79,282 Ellendale, DE $80,123 Felton, DE $80,123 Fenwick Island, DE $80,658 Frankford, DE $80,658 Frederica, DE $80,123

Georgetown, DE $80,123 Greenwood, DE $80,123 Harbeson, DE $80,123 Harrington, DE $80,123 Hartly, DE $78,923 Houston, DE $80,123 Kenton, DE $78,961 Laurel, DE $79,282

Yorklyn, DE $78,502

Flight Controller Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Flight Controller'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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$70,961

Average $77,417/year

$83,571

$5,913

Average $6,451/month

$6,964

$1,365

Average $1,489/week

$1,607

$34

Average $37/hour

$40

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$83,571	$6,964	$1,607	$40
Average	$77,417	$6,451	$1,489	$37
25th Percentile	$70,961	$5,913	$1,365	$34

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