Fixed-Wing Air Ambulance Pilot (King Air 200)
Job Location and Compensation
Location: Durango, CO (DRO)
Salary Range: $117,500.00 per year
Overview
Mayo Aviation and Flight for Life® Colorado are seeking a highly qualified professional for the position of Fixed-Wing Air Medical Pilot. This floater position is based in Durango, CO (DRO), and involves operating the reliable King Air 200 aircraft in critical air ambulance operations. For over 40 years, Mayo Aviation has served as the air carrier of choice for St. Anthony’s Hospital, maintaining a stellar reputation as one of the safest and most respected air charter operators in the nation. Flight for Life® Colorado, part of the Common Spirit Health Network, has transported over 130,000 patients, ensuring critical care access regardless of the recipient’s ability to pay. This role offers an unparalleled opportunity to join a dedicated team where every flight contributes to life-saving missions across the Rocky Mountain region.
Responsibilities and Duties
The Fixed-Wing Air Ambulance Pilot is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the King Air 200 as a single-pilot during air ambulance transport missions. Key responsibilities include:
- Operating the King Air 200 in single-pilot air ambulance settings, flying critical-care missions averaging 800 miles throughout the Front Range and surrounding states.
- Maintaining high readiness levels at the Durango, CO (DRO) facility to support immediate mission launch.
- Conducting rigorous pre-flight inspections, ensuring aircraft airworthiness, and strictly complying with all Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and company standards.
- Managing the safe loading of patients, medical crew, specialized equipment, and baggage, ensuring strict adherence to weight and balance limitations.
- Effectively coordinating with ground crews and medical teams to ensure seamless communication and maximize mission success and efficiency.
- Upholding all FAA regulations, Flight for Life® procedures, company flight operations manuals, and actively contributing to Mayo Aviation’s robust Safety Management System (SMS).
- Assisting in search and rescue operations, transporting pediatric patients for specialized care, and facilitating organ delivery for transplant procedures.
Qualifications and Experience Requirements
Prospective candidates must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Must possess authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship and hold a valid U.S. passport.
- Proven, strong working knowledge of all Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) pertinent to air carrier operations.
- Current and valid Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate.
- Current First Class Medical Certificate.
- Fluency in spoken and written English.
- Must reside within a one-hour radius of Durango, CO (DRO) or demonstrate willingness to relocate.
- Ability to reliably work scheduled 12-hour shifts, typically following a balanced 7-days on / 7-days off schedule (subject to operational needs).
Minimum Flight Experience:
- Total Flight Time: 2,500 hours
- Multi-Engine Time: 500 hours
- Pilot-In-Command (PIC) Time: 1,000 hours
Preferred Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s degree is preferred, but not mandatory.
- Proven impeccable safety record in prior aviation experience.
- Experience in single-pilot operations within mountain terrain environments is preferred.
Benefits and Professional Environment
Mayo Aviation values its team members, fostering an environment where professionalism, teamwork, and career growth are prioritized. The company offers a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:
- A meaningful career where every flight serves a vital purpose and impact.
- Support for continuous professional development, career advancement, and growth opportunities.
- Competitive compensation structure and a comprehensive benefits package:
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance (effective the first day of the month following hire).
- Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA), and Dependent Care Accounts.
- 100% Company-paid Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
- 401(k) participation available within 30 days of employment.
- Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO).
- Additional benefits such as a Rocket Lawyer subscription.
- The opportunity to fly the King Air 200, an aircraft renowned for its reliability, pilot-friendly workload, modern IS&S ThrustSense Autothrottle, and advanced touchscreen avionics.