Summing Up
So there you have it; that’s Rotor Pro’s current Annual U.S. Pilot Salary & Benefits Survey. If one can read between the lines, there might be a few key takeaways and questions for operators, HR directors, and recruiters to consider given the seriousness of the situation:
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There is a shortage of experienced helicopter pilots. It’s critical in some sectors such as air ambulance.
The traditional supply chains for pilots (military and civilian) are shrinking, not expanding.
• Where there were no real previous opportunities for helicopter pilots to earn higher pay and benefits as compared to the airlines, there are options today and many helicopter pilots are exercising those options.
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Helicopter pilot job satisfaction has decreased significantly. In our 2015-2016 survey, 86% were happy and only 14% were unhappy. In this survey, only 70% are happy and a full 30% are unhappy and seeking other opportunities.
Will industry collaboration through the Vertical Aviation International’s Workforce Industry Advisory Council create solutions that net results? Or will only time do that?
Now, we welcome your feedback. Please let us know what you think. Until next year: Fly safe. Be safe.
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