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Operations Agent in Air Transport

Coordinate schedules and resources to ensure on-time departures and arrivals in air freight and passenger operations.

32 000 – 70 000 USD ($)
Average salary / year
Associate degree
Education level
00
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
6-12 months
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
6-12 months
Market tension
Medium
Intl. mobility
Rare
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Compensation

GROSS ANNUAL SALARY

Junior
0–2 years of experience
32 000 – 40 000 USD/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
41 000 – 55 000 USD/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
56 000 – 70 000 USD/ year

Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.

Entering the profession — United States

Entry often through vocational programs, internships, or direct hiring with on-the-job training in airlines or airports.

Training — United States

Typically requires an associate degree in aviation or related fields, supplemented by industry certifications and practical training.

The job market — United States

Employment mainly in commercial airlines, airport authorities, and cargo companies with steady demand for operational support roles.

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How to become a Operations Agent in Air Transport?

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Air Transportation
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Air Transportation
Embry–Riddle Aeronautical UniversityDaytona Beach
Bachelor's

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