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What is an in-flight refueling operator and how to become one

Updated January 8, 2025
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ScoreIn-Flight Refueling OperatorUS Average
Salary
4.0

Avg. Salary $51,608

Avg. Salary $59,228

Diversity
3.0
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 0.62%

Asian 6.87%

Black or African American 13.99%

Hispanic or Latino 19.69%

Unknown 4.85%

White 53.98%

Gender

female 9.84%

male 90.16%

Age - 22
Race

American Indian and Alaska Native 3.00%

Asian 7.00%

Black or African American 14.00%

Hispanic or Latino 19.00%

White 57.00%

Gender

female 47.00%

male 53.00%

Age - 22

Key steps to become an in-flight refueling operator

  1. Explore in-flight refueling operator education requirements

    Most common in-flight refueling operator degrees

    Associate

    43.6 %

    High School Diploma

    25.6 %

    Bachelor's

    20.5 %
  2. Start to develop specific in-flight refueling operator skills

    SkillsPercentages
    Aircraft Systems53.84%
    Balance Data46.16%
  3. Research in-flight refueling operator duties and responsibilities

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  4. Apply for in-flight refueling operator jobs

    Now it's time to start searching for an in-flight refueling operator job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

    1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
    2. Consult your professional network
    3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
    4. Watch out for job scams

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Average in-flight refueling operator salary

The average in-flight refueling operator salary in the United States is $51,608 per year or $25 per hour. In-flight refueling operator salaries range between $24,000 and $108,000 per year.

Average in-flight refueling operator salary
$51,608 Yearly
$24.81 hourly

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Updated January 8, 2025

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