Hyannis Air Service Inc | First Officer

Position Overview: First Officer (Cape Air Flow Program)

Leadership in Flight Training (LIFT) Academy and Cape Air have established a strategic workforce development partnership to provide a defined career pathway for aspiring commercial aviators. This program facilitates the transition of LIFT Academy graduates into First Officer roles at Cape Air, where they gain critical flight experience operating passenger services across the Midwest, Montana, Caribbean, and Northeast regions. This role serves as a foundational step toward upgrading to Captain status and eventual advancement to Republic Airways.

Primary Responsibilities

• Operate the Cessna 402 aircraft safely and professionally, maintaining full vigilance during all phases of flight.
• Function under the direction of the Pilot-in-Command (PIC) while undergoing training for future upgrade to PIC status.
• Assume all command duties and responsibilities in the event of PIC incapacitation, including notifying the System Operations Control (SOC) and safely landing the aircraft.
• Maintain extensive knowledge of company manuals, FAA Regulations, Operations Specifications, and flight manuals.
• Ensure strict compliance with FAR 135.265 at all times.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership.

Qualifications and Requirements

To be considered for the First Officer position, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Licensure: Must hold a current FAA commercial multi-engine license with an instrument rating.
• Medical: Must hold a current FAA first-class medical certificate.
• Flight Experience:
  • Total Time: 500 hours (1,000 hours preferred).
  • Cross Country (point-to-point): 100 hours.
  • Night: 25 hours.
  • Instrument: 25 hours.
  • Multi-Engine: 25 hours (preferred).
• Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred; graduation from an AABI-accredited aviation program is preferred.
• Performance: Must undergo a successful training record review.

Eligibility: LIFT Academy students are eligible to apply for this position upon enrollment at LIFT Academy.