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Maintenance Ferry Pilot

Pomona, MO · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

High school diploma or equivalent Experience: * 1500 hours total flight time * 1200 hours helicopter time * 1000 hours helicopter pilot in command time * 250 hours turbine time * 100 hours night ...

Rotor Wing Pilot - IFR

Kamuela, HI · On-site

$123K - $145K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Bachelor's Degree preferred * 5 years' experience as a professional pilot preferred * 2000 hours Total Time required * 1500 hours Pilot in Command * 1000 R/W Turbine hours required * 75 Instrument ...

Air Ambulance Pilot SPIFR EC145

Peru, IL · On-site

$93.12 - $117.79/hr

Experience: * 2000 Hours Total time: * 1500 Hours Helicopter. * 1000 Hours Helicopter Pilot in Command (PIC). * 100 Hours Helicopter Night Unaided. * 75 Hours Instrument / Hood (50 helicopter in ...

Maintenance Ferry Pilot

O Fallon, MO · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

High school diploma or equivalent Experience: * 1500 hours total flight time * 1200 hours helicopter time * 1000 hours helicopter pilot in command time * 250 hours turbine time * 100 hours night ...

Maintenance Ferry Pilot

O Fallon, MO · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

High school diploma or equivalent Experience: * 1500 hours total flight time * 1200 hours helicopter time * 1000 hours helicopter pilot in command time * 250 hours turbine time * 100 hours night ...

Maintenance Ferry Pilot

Granbury, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

High school diploma or equivalent Experience: * 1500 hours total flight time * 1200 hours helicopter time * 1000 hours helicopter pilot in command time * 250 hours turbine time * 100 hours night ...

Maintenance Ferry Pilot

Granbury, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

High school diploma or equivalent Experience: * 1500 hours total flight time * 1200 hours helicopter time * 1000 hours helicopter pilot in command time * 250 hours turbine time * 100 hours night ...

Maintenance Ferry Pilot

Pomona, MO · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

High school diploma or equivalent Experience: * 1500 hours total flight time * 1200 hours helicopter time * 1000 hours helicopter pilot in command time * 250 hours turbine time * 100 hours night ...

Helicopter Pilot

Knoxville, TN

$87K - $95K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... time 1500 hours helicopter time 1000 hours helicopter pilot in command 500 hours turbine 100 hours night unaided, or 50 hours unaided with 100 hours aided Previous HAA experience or equivalent ...

Pilot in Command Global 6000

Broomfield, CO · On-site

$270K - $300K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Multi Engine Land (MEL): 1500 hours * Pilot in Command: 2000 hours * PIC MEL: 500 hours * Instrument: 300 hours * Jet: 500 hours Base Salary Range Cabin Size Large/Heavy/Premium $270,000 - $300,000 ...

Rotor Wing Pilot

Alexandria, MN · On-site

$112.32 - $155.65/hr

... equivalency* 1500 hours Helicopter flight hours* 1000 hours PIC in category* 500 hours of ... A pilot that is dual qualified in fixed wing with 100 hours of actual instrument time can reduce ...

Maintenance Ferry Pilot

Pomona, MO · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

High school diploma or equivalent Experience: * 1500 hours total flight time * 1200 hours helicopter time * 1000 hours helicopter pilot in command time * 250 hours turbine time * 100 hours night ...

Maintenance Ferry Pilot

O Fallon, MO · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

High school diploma or equivalent Experience: * 1500 hours total flight time * 1200 hours helicopter time * 1000 hours helicopter pilot in command time * 250 hours turbine time * 100 hours night ...

Helicopter Pilot

Tyler, TX · On-site

$87K - $95K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... time 1500 hours helicopter time 1000 hours helicopter pilot in command 500 hours turbine 100 hours night unaided, or 50 hours unaided with 100 hours aided Previous HAA experience or equivalent ...

Rotor Wing Pilot

Hibbing, MN · On-site

$54 - $74.83/hr

... equivalency* 1500 hours Helicopter flight hours* 1000 hours PIC in category* 500 hours of ... A pilot that is dual qualified in fixed wing with 100 hours of actual instrument time can reduce ...

Pilot in Command Global 7500

Teterboro, NJ · On-site

$370K - $390K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Multi Engine Land (MEL): 1500 hours * Pilot in Command: 2000 hours * PIC MEL: 500 hours * Instrument: 300 hours * Jet: 500 hours Base Salary Range Cabin Size Large/Heavy/Premium $370,000 - $390,000 ...

Maintenance Ferry Pilot

Granbury, TX · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

High school diploma or equivalent Experience: * 1500 hours total flight time * 1200 hours helicopter time * 1000 hours helicopter pilot in command time * 250 hours turbine time * 100 hours night ...

Lead Pilot in Command Global XRS

Opa Locka, FL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Multi Engine Land (MEL): 1500 hours * Pilot in Command: 2000 hours * PIC MEL: 500 hours * Instrument: 300 hours * Jet: 500 hours How EJM Supports You At EJM, we believe that how you do something is ...

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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for 1500 hour pilot in the United States is $130,916.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,000.00 and $155,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a 1500 Hour Pilot, you need a Commercial Pilot Certificate, instrument and multi-engine ratings if applicable, and logged flight experience meeting or exceeding 1,500 flight hours. Familiarity with avionics suites, flight planning software, and FAA regulations is essential. Exceptional situational awareness, strong decision-making skills, and effective communication abilities help pilots excel in fast-changing environments. These competencies are crucial for ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and professional advancement in the aviation industry.

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A 1500 Hour Pilot job refers to positions available for pilots who have reached the FAA-required 1,500 flight hours to qualify for an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate. These pilots are typically eligible for entry-level airline, charter, or corporate flying jobs. Many pilots reach this milestone after working as flight instructors, banner tow pilots, or in other time-building roles. Once they obtain their ATP certificate, they can apply for regional airlines or other commercial flying opportunities.

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Many pilots who reach 1,500 flight hours become eligible to apply for ATP (Airline Transport Pilot) certification, opening the door to regional airline first officer positions and other advanced aviation roles. Some may also move into corporate aviation, flight instruction, or charter services, while gaining valuable multi-crew and turbine experience. With continued training and reliable performance, pilots can progress to captain roles, larger aircraft, or mainline airlines. Building a solid foundation and network at this stage is key to long-term growth in the aviation industry.

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Maintenance Ferry Pilot

Air Evac Lifeteam

Pomona, MO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Job Description

We invite you to join a team of highly skilled pilots!

Our mission of providing care to the world at a moment's notice is at the heart of everything we do. We are caregivers, first and foremost, and we will be there when you need us.

PILOT INCENTIVES

         Salary range $70, 358 - $77, 393

  • $15,000 sign-on bonus and $40,000 retention bonus after 3 years, all locations
  • 7/7 schedule
  • 24-hour base housing, provided at all locations

JOB SUMMARY

This is a time-building position for pilots that do not yet meet the Air Evac Line Pilot minimums and CAMTS requirements. Once the minimums are met, the Maintenance/Ferry Pilot transitions to a line position.

Assists maintenance personnel at a Regional Maintenance Offices (RMO) to conduct pre-flights, run-ups, operational check flights (OCFs), and fly aircraft as necessary (14CFR91 flights only; 14CFR135 flights are strictly prohibited).

Ensures that all aircraft have met the highest standards regarding Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) and compliance prior to being released to the field. Ferries aircraft between RMOs and bases, and other locations, and strives to minimize base out-of-service time.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

  • Conducts pre-flights and reports any findings to the respective maintenance personnel.
  • Conducts run-ups and reports any findings to the respective maintenance personnel.
  • Conducts Operational Check Flights (OCFs) and reports any findings to the respective maintenance personnel.
  • Maintains engineering reports as required.
  • Works with maintenance personnel to resolve all mechanical issues and concerns.
  • Ferries aircraft between the RMO and field locations, as well as other locations when required.
  • Ferries all other aircraft as required.
  • All flights will comply with 14CFR91, the GOM, and Policies & Procedures.
  • 14CFR135 flights are strictly prohibited.

QUALIFICATIONS

Credentials/Certificates: 

  • FAA Rotorcraft-Helicopter Commercial certificate
  • FAA Rotorcraft-Helicopter Instrument rating
  • Current Second Class medical certificate
  • High school diploma or equivalent

Experience:

  • 1500 hours total flight time
  • 1200 hours helicopter time
  • 1000 hours helicopter pilot in command time
  • 250 hours turbine time
  • 100 hours night unaided, or 50 hours unaided with 100 hours aided

Other:

  • 230-pound weight limitGlobal Medical Response teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services around the world. We provide end-to-end medical transportation as well as fire services, integrated healthcare solutions and disaster response.
EEO Statement

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability. Pilots

More Information about this Job

Check out our careers site benefits page to learn more about our benefit options, which include medical, vision, dental, 401k, disability, FSA, HAS, EAP, vacation and paid time off.

Employment Type: FULL_TIME