Senior Captain – MSG Aviation
MSG Aviation, a division of Madison Square Garden Entertainment Corp. (MSG Entertainment), a leader in live entertainment, seeks a highly skilled and experienced Senior Captain to join its flight operations team. MSG Entertainment delivers unforgettable experiences to diverse audiences through its renowned venues. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the seamless operation of our private aviation fleet, ensuring the safe and efficient transport of executives and VIPs while upholding the highest standards of customer service.
Responsibilities:
The Senior Captain will serve as Pilot in Command (PIC), exercising final authority over all aspects of flight operations. Key responsibilities include:
- Maintaining a culture of safety and efficiency.
- Demonstrating exceptional technical expertise in aircraft operation and maintenance.
- Conducting comprehensive pre-flight weather analysis and making informed flight decisions.
- Providing exemplary customer service.
- Ensuring aircraft readiness.
- Meeting scheduled flight requirements.
- Preparing flight plans and contingency plans.
- Accurately calculating aircraft weight and balance.
- Performing and overseeing pre-flight inspections.
- Adhering to SOPs.
- Leading and mentoring flight and cabin crew.
- Maintaining the highest standards of professionalism.
- Participating in special projects.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Aviation or equivalent.
- Extensive knowledge of aircraft systems (Gulfstream G650 required, G550 preferred), client service, and regulations.
- Minimum flight time: 5000 hours total time, 2000 hours turbine time, 1500 hours Pilot in Command, and 500 hours in a G650.
- Proven experience operating under 14 CFR Part 91 or 135 regulations.
- Positive working relationships with the FAA.
- Valid FAA Class I medical certificate.
- Strong technical, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Special Requirements:
- Flexibility to work a varied schedule.