
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.
SPIRIT AIRLINES PILOT HIRING REQUIREMENTS
Accepting Applications: Yes
Minimum Flight Time Requirements:
Multi-engine ATP certificate
1,500 hours total time
Competitive Flight Time:
2,000 - 5,000 hours total time
750+ hours turbine or multi-engine
A320 type rating
Previous 121 or military
Pilot Career Services:
Application Link:
COMPANY INFORMATION
Fleet Type & Count:
AIRCRAFT | TOTAL | ORDERS |
---|---|---|
A-321-NEO | 3 | 23 |
A-321-200 | 30 | - |
A-320-NEO | 79 | 49 |
A-320-200 | 64 | - |
A-319-NEO | - | 31 |
A-319-100 | 22 | - |
Total | 198 | 103 |
Number of Pilots:
3,350
Estimated Age 65 Retirements:
2023: 22
2024: 6
2025: 27
2026: 28
2027: 41
2028: 32
2029: 33
2030: 43
2031: 47
2032: 50
Pilot Bases:
ACY, ATL, DFW, DTW, FLL/MIA, IAH, LAS, MCO, ORD

Pilot Pathway Programs:
SPIRIT AIRLINES CAPTAIN PAY SCALES (Per Hour)
Monthly Reserve/Line Guarantee: 72 hours
Ex: 12+ Year Captain Minimum Reserve Compensation: $306.00 x 72 hours x 12 months = $264,384
SPIRIT AIRLINES FIRST OFFICER PAY SCALES (Per Hour)
Monthly Reserve/Line Guarantee: 72 hours
Ex: 12+ Year First Officer Minimum Reserve Compensation: $197.97 x 72 hours x 12 months = $171,046
First Year First Officer Minimum Reserve Compensation: $80,654