Aviation Career Profile

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Aviation is part of the Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics career cluster. Careers in this cluster involve moving people and logistics from one place to another.

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Mid-Range Annual Salary in SD

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Aircraft Mechanic and Service Technician

Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul aircraft engines and assemblies, such as hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Mid-Range Annual Salary in SD

$52,800 - $67,200

SD Projected Annual Openings

24

Degree Typically Acquired

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COMMERCIAL Pilot

Pilot and navigate the flight of fixed-wing aircraft on nonscheduled air carrier routes, or helicopters. Requires Commercial Pilot certificate. Includes charter pilots with similar certification, and air ambulance and air tour pilots.

Mid-Range Annual Salary in SD

$55,700 - $90,400

SD Projected Annual Openings

40

Degree Typically Acquired

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