American Airlines pilot shared screenshot of salary — and people’s jaws are on the floor

In a move that's left many in the industry stunned, an American Airlines pilot took to social media to share a screenshot of their salary – and the numbers are jaw-dropping.

The pilot, who wishes to remain anonymous, shared a photo of their pay stub on Twitter, showing a whopping $440,000 annual income. But that's not all - with bonuses and other benefits factored in, their total compensation package comes out to an eye-watering $600,000 per year.

The tweet has since gone viral, racking up thousands of likes and retweets as people struggle to wrap their heads around the numbers. While some have commented on the pilot's good fortune, others are pointing out that this kind of compensation is not uncommon in the airline industry.

• Here are some interesting stats about airline pilot salaries:
• Pilot pay varies widely depending on factors like experience, airline, and route
• The average salary for a commercial airline pilot in the US is around $134,000 per year
• However, top earners can make upwards of $250,000 or more per year

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