How Much Do Narrowbody Pilots Make In 2026?

Pilot remuneration is extremely complicated, with a large number of factors driving the pay. These include which airlines the pilot flies for, the years of experience the pilot has, where in the world (and even where in the US) the pilot is based, what bonuses and allowances are included, and much more. The type of aircraft is also a factor, though it is just one. As a rule, pilots flying widebody aircraft are paid more than those flying narrowbody or regional aircraft, but there are other factors to consider driving this.