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.