EASA AS350 B3 PILOTS

Crew Resources International; Fatih; On-site; TRY 5,011,000 - 7,238,000; Full time

Job summary

Crew Resources International is seeking EASA-licensed AS350 B3 pilots for rotational firefighting operations conducted under Day VFR in Europe. You will fly in a single-pilot environment on critical aerial missions, adhering to strict safety and regulatory standards.

Ideal candidates have EASA CPL(H) or ATPL(H), 1,000 PIC hours, 100 PIC hours on AS350, current AS350 rating, firefighting experience, and a strong safety culture. This is a challenging seasonal contract with international exposure.

Qualifications

• Valid EASA CPL(H) or ATPL(H
• minimum 1,000 hours PIC
• minimum 100 PIC hours on AS350
• Current AS350 type rating
• Prior firefighting experience (advantage)
• HESLO 1/2
• Proven ability to operate in single-pilot, mission-critical environments
• Strong commitment to safety, compliance, and operational excellence

Responsibilities

• Conduct firefighting missions in accordance with procedures and local regulations
• Perform single-pilot operations under Day VFR
• Maintain safe and efficient flight operations in dynamic environments
• Maintain continuous situational awareness and sound decision-making during missions
• Comply with EASA regulations and company standards
• Contribute to SMS practices, including hazard reporting and risk mitigation
• Ensure proper use of aircraft equipment and maintenance reporting procedures

Skills

Single-pilot operations

Firefighting missions

Safety culture

Regulatory compliance

Tools

AS350 Type Rating

Helicopter flight operations

Job description

We are currently recruiting EASA-licensed AS350 B3 Pilots for rotational firefighting operations conducted under Day VFR in Europe.

Position Overview

As an AS350 B3 Pilot, you will be engaged in critical aerial firefighting missions, operating in a single-pilot environment under demanding operational conditions. This role requires strong technical expertise, situational awareness, and strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct firefighting missions in compliance with operational procedures and local regulations
• Perform single-pilot operations under Day VFR conditions
• Ensure safe and efficient flight operations in high-pressure and dynamic environments
• Maintain continuous situational awareness and sound decision-making during missions
• Comply with EASA regulations and company operational standards
• Contribute to Safety Management System (SMS) practices, including hazard reporting and risk mitigation
• Ensure proper use of aircraft equipment and adherence to maintenance reporting procedures

Candidate Requirements

• Valid EASA CPL(H) or ATPL(H)
• Minimum 1,000 hours PIC
• Minimum 100 PIC hours on AS350
• Current AS350 type rating
• Previous firefighting experience (strong advantage)
• HESLO 1 / 2
• Proven ability to operate in single-pilot, mission-critical environments
• Strong commitment to safety, compliance, and operational excellence

Working Conditions

• Location: Europe
• Operation Type: Firefighting
• Flight Rules: Day VFR
• Work Pattern: Rotational

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work in high-impact aerial firefighting missions
• Integration into a recognized international aviation group
• Dynamic and challenging operational environment
• Strong safety culture aligned with international aviation standards

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established international operator on a challenging and rewarding seasonal firefighting contract.

The above position will be filled in accordance with the Recruitment and Selection Policy to achieve the Groups Objectives and Goals.