Helicopter Tour Pilot – R44
Posted 67 days ago
Helicopter Tour Pilot – R44
Posted 67 days ago
Job role insights
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Date Posted
July 4, 2026
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Location
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Job Category
Contract/Seasonal Corporate Other Aviation Roles
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Job Type
Contract
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Aircraft Type
R44
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Total Flight Hours
250-750 /hrs
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Salary
$50 /day
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Certificate Required
CPL-H
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Job Title
Helicopter Pilot
Description
Position Summary
Seeking a Helicopter Tour Pilot to conduct scenic helicopter tours while providing safe, professional, and customer-focused flight operations. This position also supports daily ground operations, aircraft readiness, and customer service in a fast-paced Part 91 sightseeing environment.
Responsibilities
• Conduct scenic helicopter tours in the Robinson R44 (Clipper I & II)
• Provide exceptional customer service to passengers
• Answer customer calls and assist with reservations
• Clean and refuel aircraft
• Complete flight logs and required documentation
• Assist with inventory and routine operational duties
• Conduct maintenance and repositioning flights as required
• Maintain a professional appearance and represent the company positively
• Comply with FAA regulations and company policies
• Participate in the FAA Drug & Alcohol Testing Program
Requirements
• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate – Rotorcraft Helicopter
• FAA Class II Medical Certificate (or higher)
• Robinson R44 SFAR endorsement
• Minimum 400 Rotorcraft PIC Hours
• Minimum 50 PIC Hours in the Robinson R44
• Current in the Robinson R44
• No accidents or FAA violations within the last 10 years
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work long days, nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and on-call schedules
• Ability to work in a structured, fast-paced environment
• Maximum flight weight of 205 pounds
• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Must relocate within 45 minutes of Tampa, Florida
• Flexible availability during peak season (December–April)
Preferred Qualifications
• Robinson R44 CFI Certificate
• Robinson Safety Course completion
• Recent Robinson R44 PIC experience (within the last 90 days)
• Additional non-aviation skills
Benefits
• Tips and performance bonuses
• Flexible scheduling opportunities
• Additional workdays available
Compensation
• $75–$100 per collective flight hour (based on season and experience)
• Tips and bonuses
Schedule
• Contractor (1099)
• Five days per week (or more if desired)
