Global 6500 Captain

Overview

Solairus Aviation is actively seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Full-Time Global 6500 Captain to join its esteemed operations based at KAPA airport. The successful candidate will embody professionalism and a relentless pursuit of excellence, contributing to a high-performing team committed to safely and expertly fulfilling client travel requirements. This pivotal role demands adherence to Solairus' core values of safety, unparalleled service, and unwavering integrity.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

The Global 6500 Captain will hold primary responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of the Global 6500 aircraft. Key duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

Ensuring the safe and prudent conduct of all flights, adhering strictly to established protocols and regulations.
Thorough review of aircraft maintenance status prior to each flight.
Performing comprehensive pre-flight inspections in strict accordance with the approved Aircraft Flight Manual.
Conducting exhaustive checks of weather conditions, navigational facilities along the planned route, and all designated airports, including suitable alternate airports.
Operating all flights in full compliance with Solairus Aviation's operational policies, procedures, and all applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs).
Guaranteeing the utmost safety and security of all passengers, the aircraft, and crew members.
Accurately completing all required trip paperwork and documentation in adherence to current operational procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must demonstrate a strong aviation background, fulfilling the following minimum flight hour requirements:

Total Flight Time: 3,000 hours
Pilot-in-Command (PIC) Time: 1,500 hours
Multi-Engine Land (MEL) Time: 1,500 hours
Multi-Engine Land Pilot-in-Command (MEL PIC) Time: 500 hours
Turbojet Time: 500 hours
Instrument Time: 250 hours

Specific Qualifications and Certifications

Additional essential qualifications and certifications include:

Possession of a type rating for the Global 6500 aircraft or a comparable large cabin business jet.
Current FAA First-Class Medical Certificate.
Availability and willingness to work on an on-call basis, accommodating a dynamic flight schedule.
Commitment to completing annual ICAO International Procedures training.
A primary residence situated within a two-hour driving radius of KAPA airport, or a willingness to relocate.

Compensation Information

Solairus Aviation offers a competitive compensation package, with salaries for crewmembers typically ranging from $50,000 to $500,000 annually. Compensation is determined by a comprehensive evaluation of factors including geographic location, candidate experience, aircraft type, specific job duties, required training, and the assigned client account. Solairus benchmarks its salary ranges against current market conditions, drawing insights from various industry sources.