
FedEx Express Pilot Hiring Information

FedEx Express is a global cargo airline headquartered in Memphis, TN. FedEx Express operates a fleet of Airbus and Boeing aircraft providing worldwide freight transportation services.
FEDEX PILOT HIRING REQUIREMENTS
Accepting Applications: No
Minimum Flight Time Requirements:
Multi-engine ATP certificate
1,500 hours total time
500 hours turbine PIC in aircraft > 12,500lbs.
Competitive Flight Time:
4,000 - 7,000 hours total time
1,000+ hours turbine PIC in aircraft > 12,500lbs.
Previous 121 or military
Pilot Career Services:
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COMPANY INFORMATION
Fleet Type & Count:
AIRCRAFT | TOTAL | ORDERS |
---|---|---|
B-777-F | 53 | - |
MD-11 | 53 | - |
MD-10 | 7 | - |
B-767-300 | 126 | 5 |
A-300-600 | 65 | - |
B-757-200 | 118 | - |
Total | 415 | 5 |
Number of Pilots:
5,944
Mandatory Age 65 Retirements:
2022: 60
2023: 159
2024: 176
2025: 184
2026: 226
2027: 199
2028: 204
2029: 189
2030: 166
2031: 177
2032: 178
Pilot Bases:
ANC, CGN, IND, LAX, MEM, OAK

FedEx Feeder Carriers:
Pilot Pathway Program:
FEDEX CAPTAIN PAY SCALES (Per Hour)
Wide Body Aircraft: B-777, MD-11, MD-10, B-767, A-300; Narrow Body Aircraft: B-757
Monthly Reserve/Line Guarantee: 74 hours (International Override: $10/hour)
Ex: 15+ Year Wide Body Captain Minimum Reserve Compensation: $335.56 x 74 hours x 12 months = $297,977
FEDEX FIRST OFFICER PAY SCALES (Per Hour)
Wide Body Aircraft: B-777, MD-11, MD-10, B-767, A-300; Narrow Body Aircraft: B-757
Monthly Reserve/Line Guarantee: 74 hours (International Override: $8/hour)
Ex: 15+ Year Wide Body First Officer Minimum Reserve Compensation: $237.89 x 74 hours x 12 months = $211,246
First Year Narrow Body First Officer Minimum Reserve Compensation: $72,043