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Salaried Preflight Jobs (NOW HIRING)

AEL Helicopter Pilot - HAA

Watson, IL · On-site

$88K - $97K/yr

Starting Salary Range: $88,759 - $97,635 Up to 35% geographic modifier, depending on location 15K ... Conducts preflight of the aircraft prior to starting shift and/or accepting transports or flights.

Starting Salary Range: $88,759 - $97,635 Up to 35% geographic modifier, depending on location 15K ... Conducts preflight of the aircraft prior to starting shift and/or accepting transports or flights.

Starting Salary Range: $88,759 - $97,635 Up to 35% geographic modifier, depending on location 15K ... Conducts preflight of the aircraft prior to starting shift and/or accepting transports or flights.

Starting Salary Range: $87,019 - $95,720 Up to 30% geographic modifier, depending on location 15K ... Conducts preflight of the aircraft prior to starting shift and/or accepting transports or flights.

AEL Helicopter Pilot - HAA

Dallas, TX · On-site

$87K - $95K/yr

Starting Salary Range: $87,019 - $95,720 Up to 30% geographic modifier, depending on location 15K ... Conducts preflight of the aircraft prior to starting shift and/or accepting transports or flights.

Starting Salary Range: $87,019 - $95,720 Up to 30% geographic modifier, depending on location 15K ... Conducts preflight of the aircraft prior to starting shift and/or accepting transports or flights.

AEL Helicopter Pilot - HAA

Monroe, LA · On-site

$87K - $95K/yr

Starting Salary Range: $87,019 - $95,720 Up to 30% geographic modifier, depending on location 15K ... Conducts preflight of the aircraft prior to starting shift and/or accepting transports or flights.

Starting Salary Range: $87,019 - $95,720 Up to 30% geographic modifier, depending on location 15K ... Conducts preflight of the aircraft prior to starting shift and/or accepting transports or flights.

Starting Salary Range: $87,019 - $95,720 Up to 30% geographic modifier, depending on location 15K ... Conducts preflight of the aircraft prior to starting shift and/or accepting transports or flights.

AEL Helicopter Pilot - HAA

Bosco, LA · On-site

$87K - $95K/yr

Starting Salary Range: $87,019 - $95,720 Up to 30% geographic modifier, depending on location 15K ... Conducts preflight of the aircraft prior to starting shift and/or accepting transports or flights.

AEL Helicopter Pilot - HAA

Memphis, TN · On-site

$87K - $95K/yr

Starting Salary Range: $87,019 - $95,720 Up to 30% geographic modifier, depending on location 15K ... Conducts preflight of the aircraft prior to starting shift and/or accepting transports or flights.

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How much do salaried preflight jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for salaried preflight in the United States is $21.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Salaried Preflight job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, and 5% Part Time. Highlights an 95% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,593 per year, or $21.9 per hour.

AEL Helicopter Pilot - HAA

Air Evac Lifeteam

Watson, IL • On-site

$88K - $97K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 22 days ago


Job description


We invite you to join a team of highly skilled emergency medical experts, pilots and mechanics!
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.
This posting is for multiple Visual Flight Rules (VFR) positions, we have many other opportunities available! By applying through this posting, we are able to move your application to the open location of your choosing. This is not a Float Pilot position.
Starting Salary Range: $88,759 - $97,635
Up to 35% geographic modifier, depending on location
15K Sign on Bonus
40K Retention Bonus after 3 years

24-hour base housing provided at all locations
7/7 Schedule
JOB SUMMARY
Ensures all operations involving Company aircraft are in compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations, Air Evac EMS Operations Manual, and all state and municipal regulations.
  • Operates the aircraft in a safe and efficient manner, with emphasis on compliance with the Rotorcraft Flight Manual
  • Monitors forecast changes and current weather situations
  • Conducts preflight of the aircraft prior to starting shift and/or accepting transports or flights. Preflight will be conducted utilizing the appropriate rotorcraft flight manual. Discrepancies noted during the pre-flight will be noted in the engineering log with a notification to maintenance of the discrepancy and what corrective action is being taken
  • Reports to his/her shift rested and prepared for duty and stays current of weather and forecast changes

QUALIFICATIONS
Experience:
2000 hours total flight 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 - preferred
Education and Credentials:
Rotorcraft-Helicopter Commercial Certificate
Rotorcraft-Helicopter Instrument Rating
High school diploma or equivalent
Other:
230-pound weight limit dressed in flight suit and boots
Upload your Pilot License and FAA Medical Certificate
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 healthcare solutions and disaster response.
This is an evergreen role with no anticipated close date.
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 comprehensive benefit options, which include medical, vision, dental, 401k, disability, FSA, HSA, EAP, vacation and paid time off.