28 September 2026

Cape Air | Captain

United States

About the Role

A reputable aviation company located in Hyannis, MA, US, is seeking a Captain to lead flight operations. This full-time, regular position reports to the Chief Pilot, responsible for maintaining a safe and efficient cockpit environment and ensuring all flight operations are conducted professionally.

About the Aircraft

This role involves operations on the Cessna 402 aircraft.

Requirements

  • Conduct operations in a safe and professional manner.
  • Maintain vigilance during all phases of flight, avoiding distractions that could compromise safe operation.
  • Exhibit a positive attitude and willingness to assist other company personnel, which may include aircraft loading, unloading, and refueling (post-training).
  • Ensure the flight crew is adequately rested and appropriately attired.
  • Inspect or supervise pre-flight inspections, ensuring aircraft mechanical and structural soundness, cleanliness, and window condition.
  • Verify current airworthiness inspections and ensure the aircraft is properly equipped for the flight assignment (e.g., charts, fuel, oil, emergency equipment).
  • Supervise the Second-in-Command (SIC) to ensure proper flight planning and preparation.
  • Plan flight assignments, obtaining relevant briefings (weather, NOTAMs, special procedures).
  • Prepare or supervise the preparation, filing, and closing of flight plans, considering factors like altitude, terrain, weather, range, weight, fuel, airport facilities, and navigational aids.
  • Supervise cargo, baggage, and passenger loading, ensuring weight and balance are within limits and cargo is secured.
  • Operate the aircraft at safe altitudes, considering turbulence, oxygen requirements, medical needs, and passenger comfort.
  • Ensure preparation of flight logs, reporting of mechanical irregularities, and recording of maintenance.
  • Possess comprehensive knowledge of company manuals, FAA Regulations, Operations Specifications, flight manuals, and other pertinent instructions.
  • Ensure compliance with FAR 135.265.
  • Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate with a multi-engine land rating.
  • First Class Medical Certificate.
  • Valid passport.
  • 1,500 hours of Total Time.
  • 500 hours of Cross-Country Time.
  • 250 hours of Pilot-in-Command (PIC) time.
  • 100 hours of Night Time.
  • 75 hours of Instrument Time.
  • 50 hours of Multi-Engine Time.
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