Role Overview
The Professional Fixed-Wing Captain is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of air medical transport flights under Federal Aviation Regulation (FAR) Part 135. The Captain serves as a critical member of the air medical team, ensuring the secure and timely transport of customers and patients to designated facilities and locations. This highly responsible role requires exceptional judgment, adherence to strict safety standards, and collaborative coordination with specialized medical personnel.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will perform, but is not limited to, the following key functions:
- Operates fixed-wing aircraft safely during air medical transport missions, adhering strictly to all standard operating procedures and company guidelines.
- Collaborates effectively with the onboard team of medical experts to facilitate seamless patient transfer and care throughout the flight duration.
- Ensures comprehensive aircraft readiness prior to all flight dispatches, including thorough pre-flight inspections, documentation, and compliance with all applicable FAR and company manual requirements.
- Maintains accountability for the cleanliness and professional presentation of the aircraft interior and exterior.
- Continuously upholds and prioritizes aviation safety standards across all phases of flight operations.
Minimum Required Qualifications and Flight Experience
Candidates must satisfy the following minimum flight experience and certification requirements:
- Certifications: Possesses a current FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Airplane Multi-Engine Land (AMEL) rating.
- Medical Certification: Holds a current FAA First-Class or Second-Class Medical Certificate.
- Flight Time Requirements:
- Minimum Total Flight Hours: 2,500 hours
- Minimum Fixed-Wing Hours: 2,000 hours
- Minimum Pilot in Command (PIC) Hours: 1,000 hours
- Minimum Multi-Engine Land Hours: 500 hours
- Future ATP Requirement: Must be willing and able to successfully obtain the Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate within five (5) years of the date of employment.