Helicopter Pilot
Posted 5 days ago
Helicopter Pilot
Posted 5 days ago
Job role insights
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Date Posted
April 14, 2026
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City, State
Rio Rico, Arizona
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Job Category
Charter Part 135 Other Aviation Roles
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Job Type
Full Time
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Aircraft Type
AS350
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Total Flight Hours
1501-2500 /hrs
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Salary
$82,900 - $93,251 /year
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Certificate Required
CPL
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Job Title
Helicopter
Description
About the Company
Air Methods Corporation is a leading provider of air medical transportation services in the United States, founded in 1980. The company operates nearly 300 bases across 48 states and is known for its commitment to safety and patient care, completing over 100,000 transports annually.
Position Summary
The Helicopter Pilot is responsible for safe and efficient EMS operations, ensuring patient transport missions are conducted safely while maintaining regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
Responsibilities
- Operate aircraft safely and in compliance with regulations
- Conduct pre-flight inspections and ensure readiness
- Maintain documentation and operational records
- Coordinate with medical teams and dispatch
- Perform flight planning under time-sensitive conditions
- Participate in company programs and outreach
Requirements
- Commercial Rotorcraft + Instrument Rating
- First or Second Class Medical
- 2,000 total flight hours
- 1,500 rotorcraft hours
- 1,000 PIC rotorcraft hours
- 500 turbine rotorcraft hours
- 200 cross-country hours (50 night)
- 100 night hours (or NVG equivalent)
- 50 instrument hours
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- Recent rotorcraft experience (within 24 months)
Benefits
- 7/7 schedule (12-hour shifts)
- Off-duty housing
- Relocation assistance
- Full benefits package
- 401(k)
Compensation
- $82,900 – $93,251
- Up to $12,000 experience stipend
- $5,000 stipend
- $15,000 sign-on bonus
Aircraft
AS350
Location
Rio Rico, AZ
