Pilot Salary in Ghana

An aircraft pilot or aviator is a person who controls the flight of an aircraft by operating its directional flight controls.

Pilots are required to go through many hours of flight training and theoretical study, that differ depending on the country.

Below is Pilot Salary in Ghana

A person working as a Pilot in Ghana typically earns around GH¢ 8,490.00 per month.

The Salaries for pilots in Ghana range from GH¢3,990.00 GHS (lowest) to GH¢ 13,400.00 (highest).

This is the average monthly salary including housing, transport, and other benefits.

It is important to note that pilot salaries vary drastically based on experience, skills, gender, or location. 

Find out how below:

Salaries can vary due to years of experience. 

Naturally the more years of experience, the higher your wage. A Pilot with less than two years of experience makes approximately GH¢4,600.00 per month.

While someone with an experience level between two and five years is expected to earn GH¢6,350 per month and so on.

Salaries can also vary because of different levels of education. 

When the education level is Certificate or Diploma, the average salary of a Pilot is GHS 5,500.00 per month. However, someone with a Bachelor’s Degree gets a salary of GHS 8,700.00 per month.

A Master’s Degree holder gets an average salary of GHS 12,100.00 per month.

Lastly, pilot salaries can vary due to gender differences.

Male Pilot employees in Ghana earn 10% more than their female counterparts on average. Even though this should not be the case, it is a reality we all have to live with.

How do I become a pilot in Ghana?

Do research on the available flight training options in Ghana

Look up the Basic Requirements

Decide on which training stages you will have to undergo

Choose a flight school

Consider your Career Options.

Which university can I study pilot in Ghana?

Crystal Galaxy College.

Global Institute of Aviation.

Institute of Aviation and Professional Studies.

Mish Aviation Flying School.

Ghana Civil Aviation Training Academy (GATA).

International School of Aviation.

Pegasus Aviation Academy.

Ghana Civil Aviation Authority.