how much do airplane mechanics make
SENIORITY. The average salary that jet aircraft mechanics make in the United States is between $65,000 and $85,000 per year; however private jet mechanics tend to be at the higher end of this range and can even well over $100,000 per year.his job generally requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and most aircraft mechanics complete an apprenticeship and/or specialized formal training. New jet aircraft mechanics usually make around $12-16 per hour, however this quickly increases with experience up to $18-20 per hour plus a per diem.