Not quite all - citizens of Canada or Bermuda do not need a crew visa.
Originally Posted by
dallas
All crew need a C1/D and possibly B1 visa to work as flight crew in the US. The Visa Waiver Program (VWP) allows signatory carriers to carry non-visa holding pax
carrying passports from VWP approved countries, and I think comes with some bond responsibilities for errant pax. A non-approved carrier cannot carry a non-visa holding pax, even a VWP passport holder.
The VWP is otherwise an agreement allowing irregular visitors (passengers) to travel to the US without visa,
but only a passport holder from a VWP country! And they must still complete ESTA.
Also don't forget, pilots and aircraft need to be listed on a TSA Waiver with all itin points listed, especially internal sectors, and all crew/pax submitted on an APIS prior to arrival (ideally prior to departure in case of problem).
This info is a guide only and not to be used in place of official information
