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Helicopter Pilot SPIFR-HAA

Madera, CA · On-site

$91K - $113K/yr

... 5K SPIFR Stipend * On Duty Housing * 7/7 Schedule If your passion is flying and you want to work in an environment where every second counts, contact us today! We're hiring a Helicopter Pilot to ...

Helicopter Pilot SPIFR-HAA

Madera, CA · On-site

$91K - $113K/yr

... 5K SPIFR Stipend * On Duty Housing * 7/7 Schedule If your passion is flying and you want to work in an environment where every second counts, contact us today! We're hiring a Helicopter Pilot to ...

Helicopter Pilot SPIFR-HAA

Madera, CA · On-site

$91K - $113K/yr

... 5K SPIFR Stipend * On Duty Housing * 7/7 Schedule If your passion is flying and you want to work in an environment where every second counts, contact us today! We're hiring a Helicopter Pilot to ...

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How much do helicopter pilot spifr jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for helicopter pilot spifr in the United States is $100,249.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,000.00 and $112,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Is there a demand for helicopter pilots?

The demand for helicopter pilots remains steady in sectors such as emergency medical services, offshore oil support, and aerial firefighting. Job opportunities are influenced by industry needs, certification levels, and experience, with ongoing demand in specialized fields requiring advanced skills and licenses.

Is 40 too late to become a helicopter pilot?

Helicopter pilot careers can be pursued at age 40, as many pilots start training later in life. Success depends on obtaining the necessary certifications, such as a commercial pilot license, and meeting health and experience requirements. Age is less restrictive than physical fitness and skill development, which are critical for the job.

What helicopter pilot jobs pay the most?

High-paying helicopter pilot jobs typically include roles such as offshore oil rig support, search and rescue, and corporate or executive transportation, often requiring advanced certifications and extensive experience. These positions usually offer higher salaries due to the specialized skills, challenging environments, and safety requirements involved.

What is the difference between Helicopter Pilot Spifr vs Helicopter Flight Instructor?

AspectHelicopter Pilot SpifrHelicopter Flight Instructor
CertificationsCommercial Pilot License (CPL), rotorcraft categoryCommercial Pilot License (CPL), rotorcraft category, instructor rating
Work EnvironmentTransport, aerial work, charter flightsTraining environments, flight schools
Employer & IndustryAirlines, charter companies, aerial servicesFlight schools, training organizations

Helicopter Pilot Spifr and Helicopter Flight Instructor both require CPL and rotorcraft ratings. However, Helicopter Pilot Spifr primarily conducts transport and aerial work, while Helicopter Flight Instructors focus on training new pilots. The roles differ mainly in purpose and work environment, but share similar certifications.

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Infographic showing various Helicopter Pilot Spifr job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,249 per year, or $48.2 per hour.

Helicopter Pilot SPIFR-HAA

Global Medical Response

Madera, CA • On-site

$91K - $113K/yr

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago


Global Medical Response rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 57 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

494th of 887 rated healthcare providers


Job description

HAA PILOT Full-Time Opportunity


Missions that matter.

Pilot Incentives - This is pilot life at Global Medical Response:

  • Salary Range: $124,263- $136,689 including a 40% Geographic Modifier
  • 15K Sign-On Bonus, subject to eligibility
  • Retention Bonus plans ($40,000 after 3 years plus additional retention bonuses once completed)
  • 5K SPIFR Stipend
  • On Duty Housing
  • 7/7 Schedule

If your passion is flying and you want to work in an environment where every second counts, contact us today! We’re hiring a Helicopter Pilot to provide medical air transportation services to REACH Air Medical Services’ customers. Safety is a key pillar of our services.

Responsibilities

  • Working with a team of medical experts to safely transport customers to and from locations and facilities
  • Ensure aircraft readiness as described in the appropriate manuals, including all FAR and REACH requirements, and aircraft cleanliness duties
  • Maintain accurate REACH and regulatory documentation and record keeping
  • Effectively communicate and collaborate with dispatch, flight crews, facilities, and partners
  • Provide shift change info to successive pilot and team following protocol for recording REACH change board details
  • Accountable to maintain required certifications and ongoing training

Minimum Requirements

  • Current Rotorcraft FAA Commercial Certificate
  • Helicopter instrument rating
  • Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate
  • 2,000 Total Flight Hours
  • 2,000 Helicopter Hours 
  • 1,000  Helicopter PIC Hours
  • 1,000 Turbine Helicopter Hours
  • Minimum 200  Helicopter Night Flight Hours (Aided or Unaided)
  • Minimum 100 cumulative hours of instrument flight time 
  • 230 pound weight limit with flight gear

  Preferred Qualifications 

  • H145D3 Aircraft Experience 
  • High School Diploma/Equivalent or Higher
  • Upload your Pilot License and FAA Medical Certificate

Why Choose REACH? As a quality air medical transport service, REACH is one of Global Medical Response’s (GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world at www.AtaMomentsNotice.com.  

GMR’s Core Behaviors—keep care at the center, raise your hand, seek to understand, find a way together and be accountable—unite our teams and set us apart in emergency medical services. 


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.

 Competitive starting salaries from $124,263- $136,689; 40% geo modifier included, not additional.

Check out our careers site benefits page to learn more about our benefit options.

R0054954Qualifications:

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.

Education:UNAVAILABLEEmployment Type: FULL_TIME

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About Global Medical Response

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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. With more than 38,000 employees, Global 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 health-care solutions and disaster response.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Greenwood Village, CO, US

Year founded

2018