Helicopter Pilot

Job type
Full Time
Category
Air Medical
Position
Captain, Helicopter Pilot
Certificates
FAA CPL
Pay
USD 106,511–117,612 per year
Posted
September 19, 2026

Position Summary

The Helicopter Pilot provides Helicopter Air Ambulance (HAA) medical transportation in an Air Medical operation, safely transporting patients and medical crews to and from facilities while maintaining aircraft readiness and rigorous safety standards.

Schedule

  • 7/7 schedule (7 days on, 7 days off).
  • On-duty housing provided.

Responsibilities

  • Work with a team of medical experts to safely transport patients to and from locations and facilities.
  • Ensure aircraft readiness for dispatch per the applicable manuals, including all FAR and company requirements, and aircraft cleanliness.
  • Maintain accurate company and regulatory documentation and record keeping.
  • Communicate and collaborate with dispatch, flight crews, facilities, and partners.
  • Provide shift-change information to the successive pilot and team per change-board protocol.
  • Maintain required certifications and ongoing training.

Requirements

  • Current FAA Commercial Rotorcraft Certificate.
  • Helicopter instrument rating.
  • Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
  • 2,000 total flight hours.
  • 1,500 helicopter hours.
  • 1,000 helicopter PIC hours.
  • 500 turbine-helicopter hours.
  • 100 hours night unaided, or 50 unaided with 100 aided.
  • 230-lb weight limit with flight gear.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bell 407 (B407) aircraft experience.
  • High school diploma/equivalent or higher.

Benefits

  • $15,000 sign-on bonus (subject to eligibility).
  • Retention bonus plan ($40,000 after 3 years, plus additional retention bonuses).
  • On-duty housing.