About Ameriflight, LLC
Ameriflight, LLC stands as the nation's largest Part 135 Cargo airline, holding a distinguished position as the leader in scalable, outsourced aviation services tailored for the regional express airfreight market. The company's comprehensive service portfolio empowers major cargo integrators, manufacturers, aircraft operators, and freight forwarders to navigate and adapt to the dynamic demands and accelerated pace of the modern air cargo supply chain. Ameriflight operates a robust fleet of over 150 dedicated cargo aircraft, including models such as the Saab 340B, Embraer 120, Fairchild SA227, Beechcraft 1900, and Beechcraft 99, from strategic bases across the United States.
Ameriflight is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. 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 any other characteristic protected by law.
Position Overview: Captain (Beechcraft Be99)
Ameriflight is actively seeking qualified Captains to operate Beechcraft Be99 aircraft. This role is integral to maintaining the company's extensive cargo network and commitment to operational excellence.
- Aircraft Type: Beechcraft Be99
- Typical Schedule: Flights generally operate five days per week, commencing in the morning and concluding in the evening, with lodging provided at the outstation. Note that schedules may vary based on assigned base and specific flight operations.
- Compensation: The base salary for this position is $76,503 annually.
- Relocation: Candidates must demonstrate a willingness to relocate anywhere within the United States. The initial phase of employment will involve a 90-day "floater" role following successful completion of training. A permanent base assignment for relocation will be determined after this initial 90-day period of flying the line.
Pilot Benefits and Perks
Ameriflight provides a compelling package of benefits and professional development opportunities for its pilots:
- Proud partner of the UPS Flightpath Pathway Program, offering clear career progression.
- Extensive Jumpseat privileges with a wide array of CASS partners, including American, Alaska, Allegiant, Atlas Air, FedEx, Frontier, Horizon, JSX, Omni Air, Southwest, Spirit, United, UPS, and many more.
- Known Crew Member (KCM) privileges are available, streamlining security screening.
- Comprehensive paid training, covering transportation, lodging, and per diem allowances.
- Company-funded Type-Rating ensures professional development.
- Reimbursement for Pilot Medical Certificates (note: this is not retroactive to pre-hire dates).
- Robust health benefits, including Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
- Company-provided Life Insurance coverage.
- Paid Vacation time for work-life balance.
- 401K retirement savings plan to support long-term financial goals.
Minimum Qualifications and Requirements
Prospective candidates must meet the following stringent requirements to be considered for this role:
- Must meet Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) 135.243(c) requirements for Pilot in Command (PIC) operating in Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) conditions.
- Total Flight Time: 1,200 hours
- PIC Flight Time: 500 hours
- Cross-Country Flight Time (point to point): 500 hours
- Multi-Engine Flight Time: 50 hours
- Instrument Flight Time: 75 hours (with a minimum of 50 hours in aircraft)
- Night Flight Time: 100 hours
- Instrument Proficiency Check (IPC) or Part 121/135 recurrent training completed within the past six months.
- Possession of a Commercial Pilot License with multi-engine land and instrument ratings, along with high performance and complex aircraft endorsements.
- Valid First Class or Second Class Medical Certificate (First Class Medical required for international operations).
- FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
- Current Passport.
- English Language Proficiency.
- Must be legally eligible to work in the United States and possess unrestricted ability to travel into and out of the U.S.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain airport badge eligibility, which includes a TSA Security background check.
- Possession of a valid Driver's License and ability to meet all company insurance criteria.