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Fixed Wing Pilot

Pensacola, FL

EMS Air Ambulance Aircraft:  PC12 (IFR)

$30,000 Annual Stipend Available

AIR METHODS: GO ABOVE AND BEYOND HERE!Be a part of something bigger and join a growing and high-performing team that shares your passion for making a difference. As leaders in the industry, we welcome exceptional pilots to partner with us in serving communities nationwide with top-tier air medical transport resources. Elevate your career with a supportive work-life balance, where your safety and well-being are paramount, and your contribution truly matters in making a lasting impact on the lives we care for year-round. 

 

Flying for Air Methods in Pensacola, FL means living where turquoise Gulf waters, white-sand beaches, and nonstop adventure are part of everyday life. From weekends in Destin and Panama City Beach to quick trips to Mobile, the Gulf Coast is packed with energy and exploration.Enjoy world-class boating, fishing, waterfront dining, and the thrill of watching the legendary Blue Angels fly overhead. With incredible flying, coastal living, and endless sunshine, Pensacola delivers the ultimate lifestyle for Air Methods pilots.

Benefits:  A comprehensive benefits package is offered to serve the diverse needs of our teammates: Health, Dental and Vision Competitive 401(k) Retirement Plan Full Company-Paid Life Insurance AD&D Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance Flexible Spending/Health Savings Account Plans Tuition Reimbursement Relocation Assistance Plus, other Lifestyle and Work/Life balance benefits: Business Travel Assistance, Accident Insurance, Voluntary Legal, Caregiver, Employee Assistance and Concierge Service Programs

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 

• 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 days on/7 days off (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.    

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.

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

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.

Fixed Wing Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) Program - Required Flight Times:  2,500 total flight hours with a minimum of 2,000 hours in category  1,000 hours PIC in category  500 hours of cross-country flight time  500 hours Fixed Wing Turbine time  100 hours of night flight time  100 hours of flight in actual instrument conditions in category

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Commercial & Instrument Rating (for category and class of aircraft) ATP rating in category meets this requirement First OR Second Class FAA Medical certificate required.

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

Internal Bidding ends 8/16/2026

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For more information on our industry-leading benefits, please visit our benefits page here. 

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)

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.

This position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident).

Employment Type: FULL_TIME