Kalitta Air is Seeking Highly Qualified Pilots
Kalitta Air is currently accepting applications from exceptional candidates to join their flight operations team. This position offers a challenging and rewarding opportunity to operate advanced aircraft within a dynamic global network.
Minimum Qualifications:
- The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 2500 hours of total flight time.
- A minimum of 500 hours of Pilot-in-Command (PIC) flight time is required.
- A minimum of 1500 hours of jet aircraft flight time is necessary.
- A type rating is not mandatory, as comprehensive training will be provided.
- For military personnel, the total time requirement is flexible, provided the applicant has more than 1000 hours total time; turbine and PIC hours can also be adjusted, with a minimum of 500 hours PIC turbine (jet) flight time still applying.
- An Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate is required.
- The ATP certification must be issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
- A valid FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate is required.
- Applicants must possess a valid FCC Radio License.
- Applicants must have no restrictions on international travel.
- A current valid passport is mandatory.
- All applicants must have the ability to pass a 10-year security background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.
- Candidates should have the capacity to successfully complete Kalitta Air’s Captain upgrade program on either the B747 or B777 airframes.
- An Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management or a related field is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Candidates with 4000 hours of total flight time will be given preference.
- Prior experience as a Check Airman, Assistant Chief Pilot, Chief Pilot, Fleet Manager, or Director of Operations at a FAR 121/135 carrier is highly desirable.
- Previous experience operating Boeing aircraft is also advantageous.
Additional Information:
- Kalitta Air does not specify any COVID-19 vaccination requirements.
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.