Captain | Pilatus PC-12

Position Summary

The Pilatus PC-12 Captain conducts Air Medical flight operations under IFR, transporting medical crews and patients within an assigned operational area. The Captain holds final authority for aircraft operations and is responsible for evaluating aircraft airworthiness, weather conditions, flight planning, and regulatory compliance.

Schedule

• Full-time.
• 7 days on / 7 days off.
• 12-hour shifts.
• Operations support 24-hour, year-round air medical coverage.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Pilatus PC-12 safely and in accordance with applicable regulations and operational procedures.
• Serve as final authority for aircraft operations and the safety of passengers, cargo, and equipment.
• Complete required pre-flight inspections and verify aircraft airworthiness before each flight.
• Conduct detailed flight planning, including assignments received with limited notice.
• Evaluate weather and operational conditions before and during flight.
• Maintain familiarity with aircraft and medical systems used within the assigned operational area.
• Ensure medical flight crews are familiar with applicable aircraft medical interiors and systems.
• Complete required flight and operational documentation.
• Participate in meetings, projects, committees, and community outreach activities as assigned.

Requirements

• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Single-Engine Land Rating.
• Instrument Rating appropriate to the aircraft category and class; an ATP in category also satisfies this requirement.
• FAA First or Second Class Medical Certificate.
• Minimum 2,500 hours Total Time.
• Minimum 2,000 hours in Category.
• Minimum 1,000 hours PIC in Category.
• Minimum 500 hours Cross-Country, including at least 50 hours at Night.
• Minimum 500 hours Turbine.
• Minimum 100 hours Night.
• Minimum 100 hours Actual Instrument in Category.
• Must have flown in category within the previous 24 months.
• Must maintain a weight not exceeding 250 pounds.
• Must be under 70 years of age.
• Associate degree or equivalent education and 2–5 years of related experience/training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.

Benefits

• $30,000 stipend.
• $3,000 IFR stipend.
• Experience stipend up to $12,000.
• $15,000 sign-on bonus.
• Off-duty housing available.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Flexible Spending Account plans.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• AD&D insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Business travel accident insurance.
• Relocation assistance.
• Employee assistance and benefit concierge programs.