Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University employees working as Certified Flight Instructor in US have attributed a compensation and benefits rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, based on 10 ratings. This is in line with the average of Certified Flight Instructor professionals at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University worldwide.
The salary trajectory of a Certified Flight Instructor ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $106,974 per year (estimate) and goes up to $177,125 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
The estimated average salary for a Certified Flight Instructor at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is $140,059 per year or $67 per hour, but some professionals have reported earning up to roughly $256,308 per year (90th percentile). The typical pay range is between $105,044 (25th percentile) and $194,464 (75th percentile) annually. This is based on 24 salaries submitted by Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Certified Flight Instructor professionals on Glassdoor, as of Jul 2026.
Certified Flight Instructor professionals typically earn between $51 and $93 per hour.
Certified Flight Instructor professionals typically earn between $8,754 and $16,205 monthly.