By  Aaron Bailey

The US airline industry has seen slight growth in May, with 1,677 new workers joining, totaling 802,484 employees.

Cargo airlines employed 253,821 workers, while passenger airlines had over half amillion employees in May.

Cargo pilots enjoy flexible schedules, higher pay, and peaceful flights without passengers, making it an attractive career option.

United States passenger and cargo airlines employ a total of 802,484 workers as of May 2024, which represents a workforce growth of 0.21% compared to the month prior.

In the month of May, 1,677 new workers joined the industry, growing from 800,804 to 1,677. The numbers represent both part-time and full-time workers.

While scheduled passenger airlines employed over half a million employees in May, compared to those dedicated to cargo operations, they employed 253,821 workers alone, representing 32% of the industry-wide total.