Okay, let’s tackle this. So Brian Palmer has an incredible 94 years of experience as a pilot, which is unprecedented. His experience with American Airlines since 1930 is also a significant factor. Considering his extensive knowledge of the aviation industry, particularly in flight safety and customer service, he could charge a premium rate. However, pilots with similar experience and seniority might charge higher rates, upwards of $500-$600 per hour. Given his unique situation and the fact that he’s still active, I’ll estimate his hourly rate to be around $250, which is still on the higher end of the spectrum for a pilot with his experience and location in Charlotte, NC.