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Helicopter Pilot

Bedford, KY · On-site

$82K/yr

Overview Helicopter Pilot - Bedford, KY LifeNet - KY EC-130 / VFR $10,000 Location Stipend Off-Duty ... Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and ...

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Helicopter Pilot

Little Rock, AR

$82K - $93K/yr

Helicopter Pilot - Little Rock, AR MedFlight EC-145 / VFR $5,000 Stipend $20,000 Sign-on Bonus AIR ... Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and ...

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Helicopter Pilot

Chiefland, FL

$82K/yr

Overview Helicopter Pilot - Chiefland, FL B407 GXi / VFR $10,000 Location Stipend $25,000 Sign on ... hospital within an assigned operational area. Responsible for compliance with Federal Aviation ...

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Helicopter Pilot

Arkadelphia, AR · On-site

$79K - $99K/yr

Overview Helicopter Pilot - Arkadelphia, AR Pafford EMS B407 / VFR $20,000 Location Stipend $40,000 ... Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and ...

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Helicopter Pilot

Live Oak, FL

$80K - $100K/yr

Helicopter Pilot - Live Oak, FL AirLife 7 Florida B407 GXP w/ Bell Auto-Pilot / VFR $15,000 ... hospital within an assigned operational area. Responsible for compliance with Federal Aviation ...

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Helicopter Pilot

Glasgow, KY

$82K/yr

Overview: Helicopter Pilot - Glasgow, KY EC-130 / VFR $12,500 Location Stipend Off Duty Housing ... Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and ...

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Helicopter Pilot

Glasgow, KY

$82K/yr

Overview: Helicopter Pilot - Glasgow, KY EC-130 / VFR $12,500 Location Stipend Off Duty Housing ... Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and ...

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Helicopter Pilot

Chiefland, FL

$82K/yr

Helicopter Pilot - Chiefland, FL B407 GXi / VFR $10,000 Location Stipend $25,000 Sign on Bonus ... hospital within an assigned operational area. Responsible for compliance with Federal Aviation ...

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Helicopter Pilot

Bedford, KY

$82K/yr

Helicopter Pilot - Bedford, KY LifeNet - KY EC-130 / VFR $10,000 Location Stipend Off-Duty Housing ... Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and ...

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Helicopter Pilot

Jamestown, KY · On-site

$82K/yr

Overview Helicopter Pilot - Russell Springs, KY EC130 / VFR Off-Duty Housing available $12,500 ... Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and ...

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Helicopter Pilot

Elkhart, IN · On-site

$82K/yr

J Helicopter Pilot - Elkhart, IN Memorial MedFlight EC145 / IFR $15,000 Location Stipend Off Duty ... hospital within an assigned operational area. Responsible for compliance with Federal Aviation ...

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Helicopter Pilot

Lake City, FL · On-site

$76K - $95K/yr

Helicopter Pilot - Lake City, FL B407 GXP w/ Bell Auto-Pilot / VFR $15,000 Sign On Bonus Off-Duty ... hospital within an assigned operational area. Responsible for compliance with Federal Aviation ...

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Helicopter Pilot

Jamestown, KY · On-site

$82K - $93K/yr

Overview Helicopter Pilot - Russell Springs, KY EC130 / VFR Off-Duty Housing available $12,500 ... Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and ...

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Helicopter Pilot

Glasgow, KY · On-site

$82K/yr

Helicopter Pilot - Glasgow, KY EC-130 / VFR $12,500 Location Stipend Off Duty Housing available $15 ... Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and ...

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Helicopter Pilot

Atlanta, GA

$82K/yr

Helicopter Pilot - Fulton County, GA Grady Air EC145 / IFR 110% ACCRA $15,000 Sign-on Bonus AIR ... hospital within an assigned operational area. Responsible for compliance with Federal Aviation ...

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Helicopter Pilot

Jamestown, KY

$82K/yr

Overview Helicopter Pilot - Russell Springs, KY EC130 / VFR Off-Duty Housing available $12,500 ... Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and ...

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Helicopter Pilot

Effingham, IL · On-site

$82K - $93K/yr

Overview Helicopter Pilot - Effingham, IL B407 / VFR $40,000 Location Stipend $40,000 Sign On Bonus ... hospital within an assigned operational area. Responsible for compliance with Federal Aviation ...

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Helicopter Pilot

Effingham, IL · On-site

$82K - $93K/yr

Helicopter Pilot - Effingham, IL B407 / VFR $40,000 Location Stipend $40,000 Sign On Bonus AIR ... hospital within an assigned operational area. Responsible for compliance with Federal Aviation ...

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Helicopter Pilot

Olney, IL

$82K/yr

Overview Helicopter Pilot - Olney, IL AirLife IL EC130 / VFR $50,000 Location Stipend $15,000 Sign ... Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and ...

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Helicopter Pilot

Mount Sterling, KY

$82K/yr

Overview Helicopter Pilot - Mount Sterling, KY Kentucky 2 EC-135 / VFR $10,000 Location Stipend Off ... Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and ...

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How much do helicopter hospitals jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for helicopter hospitals in the United States is $96,397.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,500.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are helicopter hospitals?

Helicopter hospitals, often referred to as air ambulances or medevac helicopters, are specialized helicopters equipped with medical equipment and staffed by trained medical personnel. They are used to transport critically ill or injured patients quickly to hospitals, especially from remote or hard-to-reach locations. These helicopters can provide advanced medical care en route, such as life support, trauma care, and cardiac monitoring. Their primary purpose is to reduce the time it takes for patients to receive definitive care, which can be critical in life-threatening situations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Helicopter EMS (Emergency Medical Services) crew member, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Helicopter EMS Crew Member, you generally need advanced medical qualifications such as paramedic or critical care nurse certification, along with specialized training in aeromedical transport. Familiarity with aviation safety protocols, navigation systems, and medical equipment designed for in-flight care is essential. Excellent teamwork, communication, and decision-making under pressure are crucial soft skills for this high-stakes environment. These skills and qualities are vital to ensure patient safety, effective emergency response, and seamless coordination during critical medical transports.

What are some unique challenges faced by medical professionals working in helicopter hospital teams?

Medical professionals working in helicopter hospital teams often face fast-paced, high-pressure environments where split-second decisions are crucial. They must adapt to limited space and resources on board, manage patient care during transport, and communicate effectively with ground teams and hospital staff. Additionally, they need to be prepared for various weather conditions and unpredictable situations, which require flexibility and strong teamwork. This role is rewarding but demands resilience, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous training.

What is the difference between Helicopter Hospitals vs Emergency Medical Technicians?

AspectHelicopter HospitalsEmergency Medical Technicians
CredentialsMedical licenses, advanced certificationsEMT certification, CPR, basic life support
Work EnvironmentHelicopter emergency transport, hospital settingsPre-hospital emergency scenes, ambulances
Industry UsageAir medical services, hospitalsGround emergency response, ambulance services

Helicopter Hospitals and Emergency Medical Technicians both play vital roles in emergency medical services. Helicopter Hospitals focus on air medical transport and advanced patient care, often requiring specialized medical licenses. EMTs provide immediate pre-hospital care on the ground, with basic certifications. While both are essential in emergency response, Helicopter Hospitals operate primarily in air transport environments, whereas EMTs work mainly on the ground.

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Helicopter Pilot

Air Methods

Bedford, KY • On-site

$82K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 22 days ago

Air Methods rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 37 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

69th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Overview
Helicopter Pilot - Bedford, KY
LifeNet - KY
EC-130 / VFR
$10,000 Location Stipend
Off-Duty Housing available
$15,000 Sign on Bonus
AIR METHODS: GO ABOVE AND BEYOND HERE!
As the leader in the air medical industry, Air Methods seeks exceptional pilots to partner with us to serve our communities. We are committed to providing air medical transport resources to our communities 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, while providing our pilots with work life balance. Our #1 objective is to ensure safety to/from every time, so come join our growing and high-performing culture, sparked by teammates who deliver on being the best!
Location
If you're looking for a peaceful place where you can truly slow down and feel at home, Bedford offers a quiet charm that's hard to find these days. Surrounded by rolling farmland and open skies, it's perfect for anyone who values space, simplicity, and a close-knit community where neighbors know your name. The cost of living is affordable, the pace is relaxed, and you're still within reach of larger cities like Louisville when you need them. Whether you're raising a family or just ready for a more grounded way of life, Bedford gives you room to breathe and a place to belong.
Job Summary
Benefits
Air Methods is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package created with the diverse needs of our teammates in mind:
  • Health, Dental and Vision
  • Competitive 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Flexible Spending Account Benefit Plans
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Full Company-Paid Life Insurance
  • AD&D Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Business Travel Accident Insurance
  • Voluntary Legal
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Employee Assistance and Benefit Concierge Service Programs

Job Summary
Responsible to ensure aircraft and weather conditions are airworthy to transport medical crew and patient to receiving hospital within an assigned operational area. Responsible for compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM), General Operations Manual guidelines (GOM), and thorough knowledge of Air Methods policies and procedures.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:
  • Operates Air Methods aircraft in a safe and legal manner.
  • Completes pre-flight before every flight verifying the aircraft is in an airworthy condition by sign off of Daily Flight Log. Pilots will perform a complete walk around of the aircraft prior to entering the cockpit for flight and upon completion of each flight.
  • Final authority with regard to operations of aircraft and for the safety of passengers, cargo and equipment.
  • Must be thoroughly familiar with all aircraft and medical systems of backup aircraft utilized at operational area and also ensures that the medical flight team is familiar and comfortable with the medical interior and systems.
  • Responsible for completion of required documentation.
  • Able to conduct detailed flight planning with little notice to exacting standards.
  • Participates regularly in Air Methods meetings, activities, projects, committees and community outreach.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Additional Job Requirements
  • Regular scheduled attendance. (7/7 schedule - 12-hour shifts)

Subject to applicable laws and Air Method's policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods' employment practices and policies.
Supervisory Responsibilities
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Compensation
Compensation commensurate with flight and EMS experience from $82,900 per year.
Qualifications
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.
Pay Scale
Based on flight and EMS experience.
Education & Experience
  • Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and two to five years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Bachelor's degree preferred

Operation and Safety Requirements:
  • As a member of the Flight Crew, any person employed in this position shall maintain a weight not to exceed 250 pounds and shall be less than seventy (70) years old.

Skills
  • Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and the public and strives to maintain a friendly and professional working environment
  • Pilots must have flown in category within the previous 24 months

Visual Flight Rules (VFR) Program:
  • 2000 total flight hours with a minimum of 1500 flight hours in category.
  • 1000 hours PIC in category.
  • 500 hours of rotor wing turbine.
  • 200 hours of cross-country flight time, at least 50 hours at night.
  • 100 hours unaided night as PIC (50 hours of unaided can be substituted by 100 hours of NVG time, but cannot be reduced below 50 hours of unaided time).
  • 50 hours total actual or hood instrument time in flight and in category (for a RW candidate who is FW rated, 100 hours or greater of FW actual or hood Instrument time can reduce the RW required instrument time to 25 hours).

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
  • Instrument rating (for category and class of aircraft)(ATP rating in category meets this requirement)
  • Fixed wing multiengine rating is required for twin-engine aircraft
  • Commercial single-engine land is required for single-engine aircraft
  • First OR Second Class FAA Medical certificate required.

This position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident).
Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status
Benefits
For more information on our industry-leading benefits, please visit our benefits page here.
Internal bidding ends; May 11, 2026.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
This position will be open and posted until filled, with a minimum posting period of three days.

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About Air Methods

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Air Methods is the most responsive and reliable provider of critical care transportation solutions. We partner with our EMS and hospital customers to solve the challenges of patient logistics and save lives. We deliver industry-leading performance in safety, clinical quality, and patient advocacy, committing to zero balance bills. In addition to caring for others, we care for our own teammates: building a high-performing culture where people are passionate about their work and always bring their best. We can't be the industry-leading air medical company without you.

Industry

Aviation

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Englewood, CO, US

Year founded

1980

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