Direct Entry Captain | De Havilland Dash 8-400 (Q400)

Job type
Full Time
Category
Airline, International
Position
Captain
Aircraft
De Havilland Canada Dash 8 / Q400
Posted
September 23, 2026

Position Summary

The Direct Entry Captain operates the De Havilland Dash 8-400 turboprop in scheduled Airline operations, leading the crew and upholding the highest personal and professional safety standards while delivering a refined passenger service across a growing North American network.

Schedule

  • Full-time.
  • Onsite at assigned base.

Responsibilities

  • Operate the Dash 8-400 safely on scheduled flights as Pilot-in-Command.
  • Work collaboratively with team members to meet service standards.
  • Actively participate in the Safety Management System (SMS), reporting hazards and incidents.
  • Understand, comply with, and promote the company safety policy.

Requirements

  • Airline Transport Pilot Licence (Transport Canada).
  • 2,500 total flight hours.
  • 500 hours Pilot-in-Command on the Q400, or 1,500 hours Pilot-in-Command on heavy turboprop over 44,000 lbs MGTOW.
  • Legal ability to work in Canada (valid Canadian passport, or valid international passport with a valid US Crewmember Visa C-1/D).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Time on type.
  • 705 operation experience.
  • Aviation college or university degree.

Benefits

  • Industry-leading Dash 8-400 pay.
  • Rapid seniority progression and fastest upgrade to narrow-body jet Captain.

Compensation

  • Not Specified.