Spirit Airlines Pilot Hiring Information

Spirit Airlines is an ultra-low-cost air carrier headquartered in Miramar, FL. Spirit Airlines operates a fleet of Airbus aircraft, serving destinations throughout North and South America.

Currently Hiring: Yes

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Minimum Flight Time Requirements:

Multi-engine ATP certificate

3,000 hours fixed-wing total time​

1,000 hours multi-engine airplane

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Competitive Flight Time:

4,000 - 6,000 hours total time​

1,500+ hours turbine or multi-engine

Previous 121 or military​​

Pilot Career Services:

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Application Link:

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Fleet Type & Count:

*Fleet information obtained from SEC Form 10-K

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Number of Pilots:

2,583

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Pilot Bases:

ACY, DFW, DTW, FLL, LAS, MCO, ORD

Pilot Pathway Programs:

Cape Air - Spirit Jetway Program

GoJet - Spirit Pilot Pathway Program

Monthly Reserve/Line Guarantee: 72 hours

Ex: 12+ Year Captain Minimum Reserve Compensation: $252.04 x 72 hours x 12 months = $217,763

Monthly Reserve/Line Guarantee: 72 hours

Ex: 12+ Year First Officer Minimum Reserve Compensation: $167.29 x 72 hours x 12 months = $144,539

First Year First Officer Minimum Reserve Compensation: $51,296