Does Amazon have aircraft mechanics?

Through Amazon's Aircraft Maintenance Technician pathway, employees will train for FAA airframe and powerplant (A&P) certification at International AeroTech Academy, near Amazon's air hub at Lakeland Linder International Airport. The hub, which opened in July 2020, employs more than 1,000 workers.



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Amazon has 89 aircraft in service, according to aircraft databases. It has: five ATR72Fs, operated by Silver Airways; 29 737Fs, operated by ASL Airlines, Atlas Air and Sun Country Airlines; and 55 767Fs, operated by Atlas Air, ATI and Cargojet.

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Amazon increased flight activity by nearly 6% since August and now operates 205 flights per day, up from 85 three years ago.

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Amazon made its first-ever purchase of Boeing 767-300 aircraft, expanding its fleet to continue to serve customers. The purchase includes 11 aircraft, which will join the network by 2022. Amazon Air's fleet expansion comes at a time when customers are relying on fast, free shipping more than ever.

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For instance, Southwest Airlines pilots earn an average annual salary of $222,000. However, some Southwest pilots earn as much as $549,000. Similarly, United Airlines pilots earn an average of $205,000. The average Delta Airlines pilot earns $192,000 with top-earners making $526,000.

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Traditionally a pilot at a regional airline might start out earning less than $50,000 per year, but get hired on by a major airline and that goes up quickly into the six figures, and well over $300,000 for senior captains flying widebody aircraft overseas. Some earn over $400,000.

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You're on your way to joining Amazon Air and being part of the dedicated team that loads cargo from the warehouse onto the aircraft – helping to ensure customers receive their orders on time. Plus, you'll gain experience in a new industry that is transferable for an air cargo career.

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