Air Methods Pilots | Pilatus PC12 SET Pilot

About the Role

Air Methods, operating as CareFlight of the Rockies (CFOR), is seeking a skilled Fixed Wing Pilot for its base in Grand Junction, Colorado. This position involves flying single-pilot IFR air medical missions utilizing the Pilatus PC-12 aircraft, with dual qualification also required on the Beechcraft King Air 200 (BE200). The pilot will operate on a 7-on/7-off schedule, ensuring aircraft airworthiness and suitable weather conditions for transporting medical personnel and patients. The role carries final authority for aircraft operations and the safety of all on board.

About the Employer

Air Methods is a leading provider of air medical services, committed to saving lives and serving communities. CareFlight of the Rockies (CFOR) is an integral part of this mission, providing critical care transport to those in need.

Requirements

• Must meet CareFlight of the Rockies minimums, including dual qualification in the BE200 and PC12.
• 2,500 hours total flight time (3,000 hours preferred).
• 1,000 hours Pilot in Command (PIC) time.
• 200 hours night flight time.
• 100 hours actual instrument flight time and 500 hours minimum instrument flight time (1,000 hours total instrument preferred).
• IFR Program minimums: 2,500 total flight hours with a minimum of 2,000 hours in category.
• 1,000 hours PIC in category.
• 500 hours cross-country flight time (at least 50 hours at night).
• 500 hours turbine flight time.
• 100 hours in actual instrument conditions in category. Pilots must have flown in category within the previous 24 months.
• Possession of an instrument rating for the category and class of aircraft (an ATP rating in category satisfies this requirement).
• A fixed-wing multi-engine rating for twin-engine aircraft and a Commercial single-engine land certificate for single-engine aircraft.
• A First or Second Class FAA Medical certificate.
• An Associate's degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, plus two to five years of related experience and/or training (a Bachelor's degree is preferred).
• Maintain a weight not to exceed 250 pounds and be under 70 years old.

Qualifications

• ATP (Unrestricted)
• ATP (Restricted)
• CPL
• PC12 Type Rating
• BE200 Type Rating

Flight Experience

• Minimum total flight time: 2,500 hours
• Minimum PIC time: 1,000 hours
• Minimum turbine time: 500 hours
• Preferred total flight time: 3,000 hours