
jetBlue Pilot Hiring Information

jetBlue is a major US air carrier headquartered in New York City, NY. jetBlue’s fleet is comprised of Embraer 190, Airbus 320/321, and Airbus 220 aircraft serving destinations throughout North America.
JETBLUE PILOT HIRING REQUIREMENTS
Accepting Applications: Yes
Minimum Flight Time Requirements:
Multi-engine ATP certificate
1,500 hours total time
500 hours fixed wing
Competitive Flight Time:
2,500 - 6,000 hours total time
1,000+ hours turbine PIC
1,000+ hours in an advanced flight deck (EFIS or FMS)
Previous 121 or military
Pilot Career Services:
Application Link:
COMPANY INFORMATION
Fleet Type & Count:
AIRCRAFT | TOTAL | ORDERS |
---|---|---|
A-321-NEO | 23 | 61 |
A-321-200 | 63 | - |
A-320-200 | 130 | - |
A-220-300 | 14 | 86 |
ERJ-190 | 50 | - |
Total | 280 | 147 |
Number of Pilots:
4,797
Estimated Age 65 Retirements:
2023: 46
2024: 73
2025: 76
2026: 66
2027: 113
2028: 123
2029: 147
2030: 136
Pilot Bases:
BOS, EWR, FLL, JFK, LAX, MCO

JETBLUE CAPTAIN PAY SCALES (Per Hour)
Monthly Reserve Guarantee: 75 hours
Monthly Line Guarantee: 70 hours
Ex: 12+ Year A-320/321 Captain Minimum Reserve Compensation: $320.00 x 75 hours x 12 months = $288,000
JETBLUE FIRST OFFICER PAY SCALES (Per Hour)
Monthly Reserve Guarantee: 75 hours
Monthly Line Guarantee: 70 hours
Ex: 12+ Year A-320/321 First Officer Minimum Reserve Compensation: $221.22 x 75 hours x 12 months = $199,098
First Year First Officer Minimum Reserve Compensation: $90,000