GFK Flight Support | Captain
GFK Flight Support, Inc. is seeking a qualified Pilot-in-Command (PIC) for a corporate and charter flight operations role based in Grand Forks, North Dakota (GFK). This position will operate a 2014 Cirrus SR22 G5, a versatile aircraft approved for Flight Into Known Icing (FIKI).
About the Role
The Pilot-in-Command is responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of passengers and cargo in a single-pilot environment. Key duties include ensuring compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), the Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM), and company General Operations Manual (GOM) procedures. The PIC will manage operational decision-making, execute emergency response protocols, conduct passenger briefings, maintain accurate documentation, and report incidents. Maintaining aircraft competency and completing required company and regulatory training are also integral aspects of this position.
Responsibilities
- Ensuring the safe and efficient transport of passengers and cargo during Cirrus SR22 operations.
- Operating effectively in a single-pilot environment, utilizing single-pilot resource management (SRM) principles.
- Assessing flight conditions and communicating any operational changes to supervisors and passengers promptly.
- Recognizing and responding to evolving flight or aircraft conditions by making appropriate decisions regarding flight continuation, diversion, or termination.
- Performing emergency procedures and completing thorough pre-flight aircraft inspections.
- Conducting safety and operational briefings when necessary.
- Completing all required duty period documentation and submitting operational, safety, and staff incident reports.
- Maintaining ongoing competency in the assigned aircraft and participating in company meetings, continuing education, and required training.
- Demonstrating safe customer-care skills.
- Communicating effectively with colleagues, management, and relevant parties.
Requirements
- Commercial Pilot Certificate with Single-Engine Land (ASEL) and Multi-Engine Land (AMEL) ratings.
- Instrument Rating.
- Current FAA First- or Second-Class Medical Certificate.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Must meet FAA Part 135 minimum flight experience requirements for PIC IFR operations.
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong critical thinking abilities.
- Capacity to adapt to changing conditions.
Preferred Qualifications
- 1,200 hours of total flight time.
- 1,000 hours of Pilot-in-Command (PIC) time.
- 500 hours of cross-country flight time.
- 100 hours of night flight time.
- 75 hours of actual or simulated instrument flight time, with at least 50 hours in actual flight.
- Previous Cirrus SR22 flight experience.
- Completion of Cirrus Advanced Transition Training by a Cirrus Authorized Flight Instructor (CSIP).