Pilot Salary in Nigeria

Being able to fly planes is admired by a lot of people, but very few have the skills and talent to navigate through the sky just above the clouds. It is also a dream job of many people, but what fascinates most of the people is a pilot’s salary. So, if you are also interested in a pilot’s salary, how much they earn, factors that determine a pilot’s salary, their job duties, etc., then this article is for you.

Occupation:	Pilots
Monthly Salary Range:	₦1233868.96 – ₦3923964.90
Average Monthly Salary:	₦2578916.93
Description:	Pilots are responsible for taking hundreds of passengers from one place to another safely by air.
Minimum Qualification:	The minimum qualification requirement for a pilot is a diploma that can get you into the pilot’s world, but having a bachelor’s and master’s degree is a plus as it increases your progress rate.

In this quick guide, we will take off on a journey to explore the fascinating world of pilots and if this career is financially rewarding. So embrace yourself because the pilot salary may catch you in turbulence.

Overview of Pilot Salary

Pilot is a rewarding and aspiring career because operating and navigating an aircraft is not an easy job. Moreover, pilots are responsible for taking hundreds of passengers from one place to another safely by air. Smooth take-off and safe landing lets the pilots earn between ₦ 1233868.96 to ₦ 3923964.90.

The minimum and maximum pilot’s salary mentioned in the above paragraph depends on the level of experience a pilot has and his qualifications; we will discuss this in detail later. So, all those who want to know the qualification requirements to be a pilot, read ahead. The minimum qualification requirement for a pilot is a diploma that can get you into the pilot’s world, but having a bachelor’s and master’s degree is a plus as it increases your progress rate.

You must have seen people admiring pilots from a distance and wishing to be able to do what they do, but the average salary of a pilot may shock you because, on average, pilots earn up to ₦ 1133589.86. Moreover, the median salary of pilots is around ₦ 2568017.03.

Extras

Have you ever noticed the number of qualified pilots in the aviation industry is far less than the admiration they get from people and the number of applicants for pilot jobs? This is why pilots receive rewards like significant bonus amounts and incentives more than any other profession. The most common extras and bonuses pilots get are rent allowance, housing benefits, free transportation, and medical insurance.

Pilot’ Salary Structure

Like any other profession, a pilot’s salary also has a structure based on which a pilot’s salary is determined, such as qualifications, location, skills, and experience determine the pilot’s salary. According to the experience, the estimated monthly salary of pilots is given in the table below.

Years of Experience	Pilot’s Salary in Naira
0-2 Years	₦ 1460586.94
2-5 Years	₦ 1879143.19
5-10 Years	₦ 2594176.80
10-15 Years	₦ 3213291.26
15-20 Years	₦ 3440009.23
20+ Years	₦ 3671087.16

Job Responsibilities of a Pilot

A rewarding career in the aviation industry comes with a lot of responsibilities. Generally, the professional responsibilities of a pilot include the following.

• Checking the aircraft before every flight to ensure the system is working fine.
• Keeping the cargo weight within the limit.
• Communicate with the air traffic controller to ensure smooth take-off and landing of the flight.
• Creating flight plans and managing the flight according to the weather and altitude conditions.
• Working with the flight crew to implement the safety rules during the flight.

A pilot’s salary in any country depends on multiple factors, so we see a diverse range of salaries in this department. From education to experience, everything influences a pilot’s salary. The good news is even the starting salaries of pilots are pretty good, and anyone with the passion and skills to fly an aircraft can get into this rewarding career.