Kirkhope Aviation | PA-31 Captain

Kirkhope Aviation seeks experienced Touring Pilots to join their team for charter and tour operations in Australia. This Captain role involves flying various aircraft including the PA31, C208, and BE20. The operator, bizav, is based in Australia, and the position requires pilots to be non-type-rated initially.

About the Role

This position focuses on conducting charter and tour operations as a Captain for Kirkhope Aviation. The role necessitates extensive prior flight experience, particularly in single-pilot IFR operations, across a fleet comprising the PA31, C208, and BE20 aircraft.

Requirements

• Australian Commercial Pilot Licence (Aeroplanes)
• Instrument Rating (Aeroplanes)
• MEA Class Rating
• A minimum of 1500 hours total flight time on aeroplanes.
• 150 hours planned under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR).
• 100 hours of flight experience on PA31, C208, or BE20 aircraft.
• Demonstrated experience in a hospitality or tour guide capacity.
• Unrestricted Australian work rights, which may include Australian or New Zealand Citizenship or a permanent resident visa.

Qualifications

Candidates are required to hold an Australian CPL and an Instrument Rating. While type ratings are not initially required, a strong background in single-pilot IFR operations is essential. The ability to work legally in Australia is a mandatory requirement, as visa sponsorship will not be provided.