Contract Pilot & Flight Attendant Daily Rates
Average Contract Pilot Daily Rates by Aircraft Type
Looking for current contract pilot daily rates? This page provides real-world data from CrewBlast’s global network of contract pilots and flight attendants. Rates are based on actual survey responses and reflect current market conditions across multiple aircraft types and regions.Whether you're an operator budgeting for crew or a pilot evaluating your rate, this data offers a clear view of industry standards.

How Much Do Contract Pilots Make Per Day?
Contract pilot daily rates typically range from $1,500 to $6,000 per day depending on aircraft type, experience, and trip requirements.
Pilots operating larger or more complex aircraft such as Gulfstream, Challenger, and Falcon jets generally command higher rates, while light jet and entry-level positions may fall on the lower end of the range.
Rates can also vary based on location, urgency, and availability.
Contract Pilot Rates by Aircraft Type (All Rates Below)
- Gulfstream contract pilot rates
- Challenger contract pilot rates
- Citation contract pilot rates
- Falcon contract pilot rates
- Embraer contract pilot rates
- Certified Flight Attendant / Cabin Manager Contract rates
- ASO Contract Rates

| Aircraft Type of Flight Attendant | Contractor Daily Rate (Domestic) PIC | Contractor Daily Rate (Domestic) SIC | Contractor Daily Rate (International) PIC | Contractor Daily Rate (International) SIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BBD700 | $2,000.00 | $2,000.00 | $2,500.00 | $2,500.00 |
| BE200 | $1,200.00 | $1,200.00 | $1,500.00 | $1,200.00 |
| BE300 | $1,300.00 | $1,300.00 | $1,500.00 | $1,500.00 |
| CE 525S | $1500.00 | $1500.00 | $1800.00 | $1,800.00 |
| CE- 680 | $1,500.00 | $1,200.00 | $2,000.00 | $1,500.00 |
| CE-560XL | $1,500.00 | $1,500.00 | $1,800.00 | $1,800.00 |
| CE-650 | $1,500.00 | $1,500.00 | $1,800.00 | $1,800.00 |
| CE-680 | $1,800.00 | $1,800.00 | $2,000.00 | $2,000.00 |
| CE-750 | $2,000.00 | $2,000.00 | $2,500.00 | $2,500.00 |
| CL-30 | $2,000.00 | $2,000.00 | $2,200.00 | $2,200.00 |
| CL-604 | $1,800.00 | $1,800.00 | $2,000.00 | $2,000.00 |
| CL-605 | $1,800.00 | $1,800.00 | $2,000.00 | $2,000.00 |
| DA-2000 | $1,800.00 | $1,800.00 | $2,200.00 | $2,200.00 |
| DA-2EASY | $2,000.00 | $2,000.00 | $2,500.00 | $2,500.00 |
| DA-50 | $1,500.00 | $1,500.00 | $1,800.00 | $1,800.00 |
| DA-7X | $2,000.00 | $2,000.00 | $2,500.00 | $2,500.00 |
| DA-8X | $2,500.00 | $2,500.00 | $3,000.00 | $3,000.00 |
| DA-EASy | $1,700.00 | $1,700.00 | $1,800.00 | $1,800.00 |
| EMB 505 | $1,800.00 | $1,800.00 | $2,000.00 | $2,000.00 |
| EMB-550 | $2,000.00 | $2,000.00 | $2,250.00 | $2,250.00 |
| Falcon 900 | $1,800.00 | $1,800.00 | $2,000.00 | $2,000.00 |
| Falcon 900Easy | $1,800.00 | $1,800.00 | $2,000.00 | $2,000.00 |
| Flight Attendant | $800.00 | $800.00 | $1,000.00 | $1,000.00 |
| G150 | $1,500.00 | $1,500.00 | $$2,000.00 | $2,000.00 |
| G280 | $1,800.00 | $1,800.00 | $2,000.00 | $2,000.00 |
| G7500 | $3,500.00 | $3,500.00 | $4,000.00 | $4,000.00 |
| G550 / G450 / GV | $2,000.00 | $2,000.00 | $2,500.00 | $2,500.00 |
| GIV | $1,800.00 | $1,800.00 | $2,500.00 | $2,500.00 |
| GVI | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
| GVII | $3,500.00 | $3,500.00 | $3,800.00 | $3,800.00 |
| HS-125 | $1,500.00 | $1,500.00 | $1,800.00 | $1,800.00 |
| LR45 | $1,500.00 | $1,500.00 | $1,800.00 | $1,800.00 |
| RA-4000 | $1,500.00 | $1,500.00 | $1,800.00 | $1,800.00 |
| GVIII | $4,000.00 | $4,000.00 | $4,500.00 | $4,500.00 |
| LR60 | $1,700.00 | $1,700.00 | $2,000.00 | $2,000.00 |
| ASO | $1,000.00 | $1,000.00 | $1,500.00 | $1,500.00 |