Ameriflight Seeks Captain for Beech 99 Cargo Operations
About Ameriflight
Ameriflight, LLC, the nation's largest Part 135 Cargo airline, stands as the industry leader in providing scalable, outsourced aviation services to the regional express airfreight market. With a diverse portfolio of offerings, Ameriflight empowers major cargo integrators, manufacturers, aircraft operators, and freight forwarders to navigate the dynamic and demanding landscape of modern air cargo supply chains. Operating a fleet of over 150 dedicated cargo aircraft, including the Saab 340B, Embraer 120, Fairchild SA227, Beechcraft 1900, and Beechcraft 99, Ameriflight serves a network of bases spanning the U.S. and Puerto Rico.
Captain - Beechcraft Be99
Ameriflight seeks a skilled and experienced Captain to join its team operating the Beechcraft Be99. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a leading force in the air cargo industry while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package and career development pathways.
Position Details
- Schedule: Typically operates 5 days per week with morning departures and evening returns. Lodging provided at outstations. Schedules may vary based on base and flight assignments.
- Compensation: Competitive annual base salary of $76,503.
Minimum Requirements
- Flight Experience:
- Meets FAR 135.243(c) requirements for PIC in IFR conditions.
- 1,200 hours total time, 500 hours PIC, 500 hours cross-country (defined as point-to-point), 50 hours multi-engine, 75 hours instrument (50 in aircraft), 100 hours night.
- Instrument Proficiency Check or 121/135 recurrent within the past 6 months.
- Licenses & Certifications:
- Commercial Pilot License (CPL) - Multi-Engine Land with instrument rating, high-performance and complex endorsements.
- First Class or Second Class Medical Certificate (First Class required for international operations).
- FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
- Other Requirements:
- Current Passport.
- English Proficient.
- Eligible to work in the U.S. and travel unrestricted in and out of the U.S.
- Meets airport badging requirements, including a TSA Security background check.
- Possesses a valid Driver's License and meets all company insurance criteria.
Pilot Benefits
- Career Development:
- Participation in United Airlines Aviate Pilot Program and the UPS Flightpath Pathway Program.
- Ability to bid on specific base, equipment, and route assignments.
- Travel Perks:
- Jumpseat privileges with CASS partners, including American, Alaska, Allegiant, Atlas Air, FedEx, Frontier, Horizon, JSX, Omni Air, Southwest, Spirit, United, UPS, and more.
- Known Crew Member (KCM) privileges available.
- Compensation & Benefits:
- Paid training, including transportation, lodging, and per diem.
- Company-paid type rating.
- Reimbursement for Pilot Medical Certificate (not retroactive to pre-hire).
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.
- Company-provided Life Insurance.
- Paid Vacation.
- 401K plan.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ameriflight is an equal opportunity employer and an E-Verify participant. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.