Pilot Job in South Africa

Pilots plan their flights by checking that the aircraft is operable and safe, that the cargo has been loaded correctly, and that weather conditions are acceptable.

 How much does a Pilot earn in South Africa every month?

In South Africa, A pilot averagely earns around 57,700 ZAR per month. Salaries range from 28,300 ZAR (lowest) to 90,000 ZAR (highest). This is the average monthly salary including housing, transport, and other benefits. Also, pilot salaries vary considerably based on experience, skills, gender, or location.

How much does an Airline Pilot get paid in South Africa?

According to reports, the salary trajectory of an Airline Pilot could vary between locations and employers. The salary starts at ZAR 97,160 per year and goes up to ZAR 85,061 per year for the highest level of seniority.

Is pilot a good career in South Africa?

Yes. However, it takes a lot to become and remain a commercial airline pilot in South Africa. Being a commercial “airline pilot” can be one of the “world’s top jobs”. For instance, first-year salaries at South African Airways (SAA) are around R900, 000 a year, rising over time to a level on par with those of C-suite corporate executives.

 How long does it take to become a pilot in South Africa?

Bear in mind that, in order to get a Commercial Pilot License (CPL) in South Africa, you will need an average of 1 to 2 years (in some extreme cases 3 years). Whereas you will need around only 3 to 6 months to obtain a Private Pilot License (PPL).

Which university can I study pilot in South Africa?

The following is a list of flight training centres in South Africa that you can choose from:

• Cape Town Flight Training Centre.
• Johannesburg School of Flying.
• Morning Flight Academy.
• Flight Training College
• Eagle Flight Academy South Africa.
• U-Fly Training Academy.
• UAV Industries.
• Cranfield Aviation Training.
• Madiba Bay School of Flight.
• AAA 4 PILOTS.
• Aeronav Academy.
• Johannesburg Flying Academy.
• Progress Flight Academy.
• Virginia Flight School.
• Lanseria Flight Centre.
• 43 Air School.
• The Academy of Aviation.
• Skyy Aviation Academy.
• Paramount Aviation Academy (Pty) Ltd.
• Acvon Jet Africa.