NBAA Survey: Business Aviation Salaries Continue To Rise
The NBAA Compensation survey gives operators visibility around compensation packages, salary ranges, merit increases, incentives, and duty rosters for pivotal positions across the business aviation sector.
A business-aviation job pays well, often on par with the major airlines.Juice Flair/Shutterstock
Key Takeaways:
The 2022 NBAA Compensation Survey shows an increase in business aviation salaries and salary increase budgets compared to 2021, with smaller organizations being more agile in raising pay to respond to inflation and talent demand.
The survey provides crucial data on compensation packages, benefits, and DEI policies, helping business aviation departments attract and retain skilled employees amid an industry-wide workforce shortage.
Business aviation competes with airlines offering significant pay and sign-on bonuses, but can leverage comprehensive compensation and strong fringe benefits, such as educational assistance, to attract talent.
The data helps flight departments retain experienced professionals and attract new talent, which is vital for mentoring the next generation and supporting the industry's growth.
In its new compensation survey findings, the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) said 2022 business aviation salaries have increased compared to 2021.
The organization released its 2022 Compensation Survey—now in its 35th edition—on August 23. In a statement, NBAA said, “the average salary increase budgets were higher in 2022 than in 2021.”
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Michael Wildes holds a master’s degree in Logistics & Supply Chain Management, and a bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Science, both from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Previously, he worked at the university’s flight department as a Flight Check Airman, Assistant Training Manager, and Quality Assurance Mentor. He holds MEI, CFI & CFII ratings. Follow Michael on Twitter @Captainwildes.
