The ANA Group's flagship commuter carrier serving Japan's domestic regional routes.
ANA Wings is a commuter and regional airline of the ANA Group, established in 2010 through the merger of the former Air Next and the former ANA Wings (formerly Air Next / Air Next Co., Ltd.). With Tokyo Haneda Airport as its primary base, it handles regional routes across the whole of Japan. A defining feature is its two-track fleet configuration — the DHC-8-Q400 covering local routes and the B737-700/800 supplementing trunk-line services.
As a member of the ANA Group, it supports the domestic regional route network while maintaining Star Alliance service standards. A variety of career paths are available, including transfers from mainline ANA and in-house pilot training (self-sponsored cadet program), making it a regional carrier that serves as a stepping stone for career advancement within the ANA Group.
* Figures are reference values based on public data and industry benchmarks. Verify actual compensation with each airline's official recruitment information.
| Position | Salary Range | Avg / Reference | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Captain International widebody |
¥17M–¥23M |
¥20M | Pre-tax |
| First Officer Seniority-based |
¥11M–¥15M |
¥13M | Seniority-based |
Pay is governed by ANA Group regulations and varies by aircraft type. In addition to base pay, pilots receive a per-flight-hour flight (duty) allowance and a separately paid layover allowance for overnight operations. Bonuses are paid two to three times a year under ANA Group standards, and loss-of-license insurance (covering both on-duty and off-duty) is provided. All figures are yen-denominated and subject to Japanese income tax.
Modeled from the captain / first-officer ranges above, sliced into standard career stages. Bands marked est. are derived from those ranges (not official); verified bands come from active-pilot data. Management pay is crowd-sourced from verified pilots.
| Career Stage | Years | Annual (pre-tax) | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cadet / Trainee | ≤2 yrs | ¥3.3M–¥5.5M | est. |
| First Officer — Junior | 3–5 yrs | ¥11M–¥12.8M | est. |
| First Officer — Mid | 6–10 yrs | ¥12.1M–¥13.9M | est. |
| First Officer — Senior | 11–15 yrs | ¥13.2M–¥15M | est. |
| Captain — New | 15–18 yrs | ¥17M–¥19.7M | est. |
| Captain — Mid | 19–24 yrs | ¥18.7M–¥21.3M | est. |
| Senior Captain | 25+ yrs | ¥20.3M–¥23M | est. |
| Management / Instructor / Examiner | — | Data wanted | crowd-sourced |
ANA Wings runs a two-track network from its Haneda base. The DHC-8-Q400 (roughly 80-seat turboprop) covers local routes into smaller regional airports — for example Haneda to Tajima and Oki, and Itami/Chubu to Izumo, Hagi-Iwami and similar destinations — as well as point-to-point regional services that meet demand as an alternative to the Shinkansen, all operated efficiently with the turboprop. The B737-700/800 supplements trunk routes such as Haneda to Okinawa and Hokkaido, flying as ANA codeshare services. Pilots can qualify on both jet and propeller types and build flying experience across a diverse mix of routes and equipment covering both regional and trunk operations.
DHC-8-Q400 (about 80-seat turboprop) for local routes and B737-700/800 jets supplementing trunk routes; based at the Haneda (HND) hub with a nationwide network spanning both regional and trunk services.
Conducted in line with the ANA Group's common training framework. Ground school, simulator and aircraft training are carried out to the same high safety standards as mainline ANA.
There are also career paths that allow you to earn type ratings on both the DHC-8-Q400 and the B737. Experience on both turboprops and jets is a major asset for a pilot.
After building a track record and experience at ANA Wings, there are opportunities to transfer to mainline ANA. A clear path for career advancement within the group is firmly in place.
Proficiency checks (simulator) once or twice a year. As part of the ANA Group, ongoing maintenance of safety and technical standards is mandatory.
Discounted ANA Group airfares for employees and their families. Discounts across Star Alliance member carriers can also be used.
Enrollment in the ANA Group health insurance association. A dedicated pilot health-management and medical-support system is fully in place.
ANA Group-standard retirement allowance and corporate pension, with generous benefits designed around length of service.
Company housing and dormitory programs plus a housing allowance. Relocation cost support is provided when base assignments change.
Full childcare-leave and reduced-hours programs. Male pilots have a track record of taking childcare leave, and family-care leave is also in place.
A transfer program from ANA Wings to mainline ANA. Career advancement within the group makes it possible to step up to larger aircraft and international routes.
Hiring status: Check official site (as of March 2026)
Recruitment status varies by period. Please check the ANA Group careers page or the official ANA Wings website.
| Airline | Captain (range) | First Officer | Income Tax |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANA Wings 🇯🇵 | ¥17M–¥23M | ¥11M–¥15M | ~33% (Japan) |
| ANA 🇯🇵 | ¥22M–¥35M | ¥14M–¥21M | ~33% (Japan) |
| JAL 🇯🇵 | ¥22M–¥35M | ¥14M–¥21M | ~33% (Japan) |
* Salary figures are SSOT reference values (pre-tax unless marked tax-free). ANA / JAL shown as the Japan baseline — ~33% income tax applies in Japan, so after-tax take-home is lower than the headline. Tax-free carriers pay 100% take-home. Verify exact figures with each airline.
ANA Wings captain pay averages about ¥20M per year (range ¥17M–¥23M), pre-tax. Figures are reference values based on public data and industry benchmarks.
ANA Wings first officer pay averages about ¥13M per year (range ¥11M–¥15M), pre-tax, rising with seniority — see the Career Ladder above for the year-by-year breakdown.
ANA Wings Pilot Recruitment — First Officer (F/O) — experienced-hire and internal ANA Group transfer. Key requirements — Eligibility: Holders of a Commercial Pilot License (multi-engine, instrument), or internal ANA Group transfer; Base: Tokyo Haneda Airport (main base) and others; English: Aviation English Proficiency Level 4 or above. Recruitment status varies by period. Please check the ANA Group careers page or the official ANA Wings website.
ANA Wings captains average ¥20M, versus roughly ¥27M at ANA / JAL. Both figures are pre-tax; Japan applies ~33% income tax.