Ameriflight Beechcraft Be99 Captain
Ameriflight, LLC is recognized as the nation's largest Part 135 Cargo airline and is a prominent leader in providing scalable, outsourced aviation services to the regional express airfreight market. The company's diverse portfolio of offerings enables major cargo integrators, manufacturers, aircraft operators, and freight forwarders to meet the evolving demands of the modern air cargo supply chain. Ameriflight operates a dedicated cargo fleet exceeding 150 aircraft, including models such as the Saab 340B, Embraer 120, Fairchild SA227, Beechcraft 1900, and Beechcraft 99, from numerous bases strategically located across the United States and Puerto Rico.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
About the position:
Ameriflight is seeking qualified and experienced candidates for the position of **Captain** to operate the **Beechcraft Be99** aircraft. The typical flight schedule for this role involves operating five days per week, with departures occurring in the morning and returns in the evening. Lodging is provided at the outstation for overnight assignments. It is important to note that specific schedules may be subject to variation based on the assigned base location and the nature of the flights. The base salary offered for the Captain position is $76,503 annually.
Pilot Benefits:
- Ameriflight provides a robust benefits package designed to support its piloting team. Key benefits include:
- Participation in esteemed pilot pathway programs such as the United Airlines Aviate Pilot Program and the UPS Flightpath Pathway Program.
- Opportunity for pilots to bid on preferred base locations, specific aircraft equipment, and particular routes.
- Extensive jumpseat privileges available through partnerships with numerous CASS (Cockpit Access Security System) participants, including major airlines such as American, Alaska, Allegiant, Atlas Air, FedEx, Frontier, Horizon, JSX, Omni Air, Southwest, Spirit, United, UPS, and others.
- Eligibility for Known Crew Member (KCM) privileges.
- Comprehensive paid training, which includes coverage for transportation, lodging, and per diem expenses.
- Company-sponsored and paid Type Rating training when applicable.
- Reimbursement for the cost of obtaining or renewing a Pilot Medical Certificate (Note: Reimbursement does not apply retroactively to pre-hire expenses).
- Comprehensive health benefits package offering Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
- Company-provided Life Insurance.
- Paid Vacation time.
- Enrollment in a 401K retirement savings plan.
Requirements:
To be considered for the Beechcraft Be99 Captain position, candidates must meet the following qualifications:
- Must satisfy the requirements stipulated under FAR 135.243(c) for serving as Pilot in Command (PIC) in Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) conditions.
- Minimum flight experience requirements: 1,200 hours Total Time (TT), 500 hours Pilot in Command (PIC), 500 hours Cross-Country (XC, defined as point-to-point), 50 hours Multi-Engine, 75 hours Instrument (with a minimum of 50 hours conducted in an aircraft), and 100 hours Night flight time.
- Must have successfully completed an Instrument Proficiency Check or documented 121/135 recurrent training within the preceding six months.
- Possess a valid Commercial Pilot License with multi-engine land and instrument ratings, along with required high performance and complex endorsements.
- Hold a current First Class or Second Class Medical Certificate (a First Class Medical is mandatory for involvement in international operations).
- Possess an FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
- Hold a current, valid Passport.
- Demonstrate proficiency in the English language.
- Must be legally eligible to work in the United States and capable of traveling unrestricted both into and out of the U.S.
- Ability to meet all requirements for airport badging, including successful completion of a TSA Security background check.
- Must possess a valid Driver’s License and fulfill all company insurance criteria.
- Candidates must be willing to relocate anywhere within the United States based on operational needs.