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Low Hour Helicopter Pilot Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Helicopter Pilot

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$147K - $162K/yr

  • Medical

Pilot Incentives - ​ This is pilot life at Global Medical Response: * 💰 Potential to earn up ... Minimum 200 Helicopter Night Flight Hours (Aided or Unaided) * 230 pound weight limit with flight ...

Helicopter Pilot

Porterville, CA

$89K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

Helicopter Pilot, Reach $240,000 Total Potential. 7/7. Missions that matter. Pilot Incentives ... Minimum 200 Helicopter Night Flight Hours (Aided or Unaided) * 230 pound weight limit with flight ...

Helicopter Pilot

Ogden, UT · On-site

$88K - $109K/yr

  • Medical

Pilot Incentives - ​ This is pilot life at Global Medical Response: * 💰 Potential to earn up ... Minimum 200 Helicopter Night Flight Hours (Aided or Unaided) * 230 pound weight limit with flight ...

Helicopter Pilot

Ukiah, CA

$94K - $117K/yr

  • Medical

Helicopter Pilot, Reach $280,000 Total Potential. 7/7. Missions that matter. Pilot Incentives ... Minimum 200 Helicopter Night Flight Hours (Aided or Unaided) * Minimum 100 cumulative hours of ...

Helicopter Pilot

Ukiah, CA · On-site

$94K - $117K/yr

  • Medical

Helicopter Pilot, Reach $280,000 Total Potential. 7/7. Missions that matter. Pilot Incentives ... Minimum 200 Helicopter Night Flight Hours (Aided or Unaided) * Minimum 100 cumulative hours of ...

Helicopter Pilot

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$87K - $108K/yr

  • Medical

Pilot Incentives - ​ This is pilot life at Global Medical Response: * 💰 Potential to earn up ... Minimum 200 Helicopter Night Flight Hours (Aided or Unaided) * 230 pound weight limit with flight ...

Helicopter Pilot

Elko, NV · On-site

$86K - $108K/yr

  • Medical

Pilot Incentives - ​ This is pilot life at Global Medical Response: * 💰 Potential to earn up ... Minimum 200 Helicopter Night Flight Hours (Aided or Unaided) * 230 pound weight limit with flight ...

Helicopter Pilot

Cody, WY · On-site

$87K - $108K/yr

  • Medical

Helicopter Pilot, Reach $225,000 Total Potential. 7/7. Missions that matter. Pilot Incentives ... Minimum 200 Helicopter Night Flight Hours (Aided or Unaided) * 230 pound weight limit with flight ...

Helicopter Pilot

Elko, NV · On-site

$86K - $108K/yr

  • Medical

Pilot Incentives - ​ This is pilot life at Global Medical Response: * 💰 Potential to earn up ... Minimum 200 Helicopter Night Flight Hours (Aided or Unaided) * 230 pound weight limit with flight ...

Helicopter Pilot

Porterville, CA

$89K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

Helicopter Pilot, Reach $240,000 Total Potential. 7/7. Missions that matter. Pilot Incentives ... Minimum 200 Helicopter Night Flight Hours (Aided or Unaided) * 230 pound weight limit with flight ...

Helicopter Pilot

Porterville, CA · On-site

$89K - $110K/yr

  • Medical

Helicopter Pilot, Reach $240,000 Total Potential. 7/7. Missions that matter. Pilot Incentives ... Minimum 200 Helicopter Night Flight Hours (Aided or Unaided) * 230 pound weight limit with flight ...

AEL Helicopter Pilot - HAA

Watson, IL · On-site

$88K - $97K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... hour base housing provided at all locations 7/7 Schedule JOB SUMMARY Ensures all operations ... 1000 hours helicopter pilot in command 500 hours turbine 100 hours night unaided, or 50 hours ...

AEL Helicopter Pilot - HAA

Seminole, OK · On-site

$88K - $97K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... hour base housing provided at all locations 7/7 Schedule JOB SUMMARY Ensures all operations ... 1000 hours helicopter pilot in command 500 hours turbine 100 hours night unaided, or 50 hours ...

AEL Helicopter Pilot - HAA

Seminole, OK

$88K - $97K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... hour base housing provided at all locations 7/7 Schedule JOB SUMMARY Ensures all operations ... helicopter pilot in command500 hours turbine100 hours night unaided, or 50 hours unaided with 100 ...

AEL Helicopter Pilot - HAA

Jackson, MS · On-site

$87K - $95K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... 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 - preferred ...

AEL Helicopter Pilot - HAA

Athens, AL · On-site

$87K - $95K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... 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 - preferred ...

AEL Helicopter Pilot - HAA

Shreveport, LA · On-site

$87K - $95K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... 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 - preferred ...

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How much do low hour helicopter pilot jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for low hour helicopter pilot 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.

What is a low hour helicopter pilot?

A Low Hour Helicopter Pilot job is a position designed for newly licensed or relatively inexperienced helicopter pilots who have not yet accumulated significant flight hours. These jobs help pilots build flight experience and often include roles such as scenic tours, flight instruction, pipeline or powerline patrols, and ferrying aircraft. Many employers require a minimum number of flight hours, typically between 200-500, though this varies by job. These positions serve as a stepping stone to more advanced pilot roles with higher hour requirements.

What does a low hour helicopter pilot do?

As a Low Hour Helicopter Pilot, you will often be assigned to entry-level missions such as ferry flights, aerial surveys, observation flights, or serving as a co-pilot under supervision. Your daily tasks may include conducting pre-flight inspections, maintaining accurate flight logs, and assisting with routine aircraft maintenance. You'll frequently collaborate with more experienced pilots and ground crew, gaining practical experience and mentorship in a team setting. These responsibilities help you build valuable flight hours while developing operational skills essential for advancing your career.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a low hour helicopter pilot?

To thrive as a Low Hour Helicopter Pilot, you need a commercial helicopter pilot license (CPL-H), basic flight proficiency, and a strong grasp of aviation regulations and safety procedures. Familiarity with GPS navigation systems, avionics, and standard logbook tracking is required, along with up-to-date medical certification. Good communication, professionalism, and eagerness to learn set standout candidates apart. These skills and qualities are vital for safe flight operations, building trust with employers, and establishing a solid foundation early in a pilot's career.

Are low hour helicopter pilots in high demand?

Low hour helicopter pilots are generally in lower demand compared to more experienced pilots, as many employers prefer candidates with additional flight hours and certifications. However, entry-level positions can be available in certain sectors like flight training, aerial photography, or utility work, where employers may hire pilots with fewer hours to build experience. Gaining additional certifications and flight hours can improve job prospects in this field.
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Infographic showing various Low Hour Helicopter Pilot job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 69% Full Time, and 31% Part Time. Highlights an 92% In-person, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,249 per year, or $48.2 per hour.

Helicopter Pilot

REACH Medical Holdings

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

$147K - $162K/yr

Full-time

Medical

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Job Description:

Helicopter Pilot, Reach

$270,000 Total Potential. 7/7. Missions that matter.

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

  • 💰 Potential to earn up to $110,000 bonus ​
  • 🗓️ Up to half the year at home ​
  • 🏠 On duty housing ​
  • 🚁 Saving lives in HEMS

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)
  • 230 pound weight limit with flight gear

  Preferred Qualifications 

  • AS350/ H125  Aircraft Experience 
  • High School Diploma/Equivalent or Higher

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. 

Pay range potential  $147,700-$162,474 and bonus eligible

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.

More Information about this Job:

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