Check pilot NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for check pilot.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for check pilot is 72600 (Air pilots, flight engineers and flying instructors), a TEER 2 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry. It's a high-wage occupation (Level 2): +40 CRS for 12+ months of Canadian work, or 70 for a job offer. It's eligible for Transport category draws.
NOC code
72600
TEER 2 · skilled
High-wage
Level 2
+40 work · 70 job offer
Category draws
Transport
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 72600 covers
Air pilots fly fixed wing aircraft and helicopters to provide air transportation and other services such as crop spraying and aerial surveying. Flight engineers assist air pilots with monitoring, troubleshooting and maintenance of aircraft systems and with pre- and post-flight inspections. Flying instructors teach flying techniques and procedures to student and licensed pilots. Air pilots, flight engineers and flight instructors are employed by airline and air freight companies, flying schools and by other public and private sector aircraft operators.
| Unit group | 72600 — Air pilots, flight engineers and flying instructors |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 2 — usually requires a college diploma or apprenticeship of 2+ years, or supervisory roles |
| Broad category | Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Air pilots
- Conduct pre-flight inspection of aircraft and check passenger and cargo distribution to ensure that weight and balance specifications are met
- Coordinate flight activities with ground crews and air-traffic control, inform crew members of flight and test procedures and direct activities of aircraft crew during flights
- Contact control towers for takeoff clearances, arrival instructions and other information
- Conduct in-flight tests and monitor functioning of aircraft equipment and systems during flights, maintain communications with flight dispatchers and weather forecasters and respond to and report in-flight emergencies and malfunctions
- Prepare flight evaluation reports
To use NOC 72600 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 72600 →
Other job titles under NOC 72600
- Air pilot
- Chief flying instructor
- Chief pilot
- Co-pilot
- Flight engineer
- Flying instructor
- Captain - air transport
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 72600, one of these may fit better:
- Ship pilot — NOC 72602 (Deck officers, water transport, TEER 2)
Calculate your CRS score → · All job titles A–Z · High-wage list
Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for check pilot?+
In NOC 2021, "check pilot" is an example title in unit group 72600 — Air pilots, flight engineers and flying instructors. It is a TEER 2 occupation in the "Trades, transport and equipment operators and related occupations" broad category.
Is check pilot eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 72600 is TEER 2, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does check pilot get extra CRS points?+
Yes. NOC 72600 is on IRCC's high-wage list at Level 2. From November 3, 2026, 12+ months of qualifying Canadian work adds 40 CRS points, or a valid job offer is worth 70 (whichever is higher).
Can a check pilot get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
Yes — NOC 72600 is on IRCC's list for Transport Occupations, 2026-Version 2. You generally need have accumulated, within the past 3 years, at least 12 months of full-time work experience (or an equal amount of part-time experience) — this experience does not need to be continuous.
What if my job title says check pilot but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 72600. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.