This position requires a minimum of 2,500 total flight hours, including 2,000 hours in the relevant aircraft category and 1,000 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) in the same category. The applicant must also possess 500 hours of cross-country flight time and 100 hours of night flight time.
The pilot is responsible for operating the aircraft in a safe and legal manner. They must complete thorough pre-flight inspections before each flight, verifying the airworthiness of the aircraft by signing off on the Daily Flight Log. A complete walk-around of the aircraft is required before entering the cockpit and upon completion of each flight.
The pilot holds final authority regarding aircraft operations and is responsible for the safety of passengers, cargo, and equipment. This position is based in Lewisburg, WV.