Air Ambulance Fixed‐Wing Pilot – PacWest Pool (PC‐12/King Air)

Pilot Assessments; Fort Mohave (AZ); On-site; USD 83,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base pay 82,900–93,251

IFR stipend $3,000

Experience stipend up to $12,000

Sign‑on bonus $15,000

Housing allowance

Job summary

Air Methods is seeking a highly skilled pilot to operate IFR EMS missions across the PacWest pool, flying PC‑12/PC‑12 NGX and King Air 200 aircraft. The role requires extensive flight hours, PIC experience, and strong safety culture. Fort Mohave, AZ is the base with nationwide assignments as needed.

You will work a 7‑on/7‑off rotation with 12‑hour shifts, participate in crews, and adhere to FARs, AIM, and company GOM. Benefits include stipends, relocation support, and comprehensive coverage.

Qualifications

• 2,500 total hours; 2,000 hours in category

Responsibilities

• Serve as Pilot in Command with final authority for aircraft operation, passenger, cargo, and equipment safety.
• Verify aircraft airworthiness and weather; conduct thorough preflight planning, sign the Daily Flight Log, and perform walk‑arounds before entry and after each flight.
• Execute IFR EMS missions on PC‑12/PC‑12 NGX and King Air 200; know associated aircraft and onboard medical systems, including backup aircraft in the area.
• Ensure the medical crew is briefed and comfortable with the medical interior and systems.
• Complete required documentation and detailed, short‑notice flight planning.
• Participate in meetings, projects, committees, and community outreach; maintain positive, professional relationships with colleagues, EMS partners, hospitals, and the public.

Skills

Flight planning

Safety culture

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

A.A. or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

2–5 years related experience

Tools

CPL instrument rating

Fixed‑wing multi‑engine rating

Commercial Single-Engine Land

FAA First/Second Class medical

Job description

Join Air Methods, the leader in the US air‑medical industry, and fly life‑saving IFR missions in the PacWest pool on the Pilatus PC‑12/PC‑12 NGX and Beechcraft King Air 200. If you thrive in dynamic environments and want a schedule that gives you real time off, this is your next move.

• Location: Fort Mohave, AZ (PacWest pool; assignments to bases nationwide where needed)
• Roster: 7 days on / 7 days off; 12‑hour shifts
• Aircraft: Pilatus PC‑12, PC‑12 NGX; Beechcraft King Air 200 (BE200)
• Pay: $82,900–$93,251 base (4 steps; experience‑based)
• Bonuses: $15,000 sign‑on; off‑duty housing
• Stipends: $3,000 IFR stipend; up to $12,000 experience stipend
• Region: PacWest residency welcome (AK, AZ, CA, NV, WA)

The mission

Provide safe, timely, and legal air‑ambulance transport under IFR, moving patients and medical teams to receiving hospitals within the assigned operational area. You’ll operate under FARs, the AIM, company GOM, and Air Methods policies and procedures—always with safety and professionalism at the forefront.

What you’ll do

• Serve as Pilot in Command with final authority for aircraft operation, passenger, cargo, and equipment safety.
• Verify aircraft airworthiness and weather; conduct thorough preflight planning, sign the Daily Flight Log, and perform walk‑arounds before entry and after each flight.
• Execute IFR EMS missions on PC‑12/PC‑12 NGX and King Air 200; know associated aircraft and onboard medical systems, including backup aircraft in the area.
• Ensure the medical crew is briefed and comfortable with the medical interior and systems.
• Complete required documentation and detailed, short‑notice flight planning.
• Participate in meetings, projects, committees, and community outreach; maintain positive, professional relationships with colleagues, EMS partners, hospitals, and the public.

What you’ll bring

• IFR programme minimums
  • 2,500 total hours; 2,000 hours in category
  • 1,000 hours PIC in category
  • 500 hours cross‑country (≥50 at night)
  • 500 hours turbine time
  • 100 hours night; 100 hours actual instrument in category
  • Flight in category within the previous 24 months
• Certificates & medical
  • License: CPL (Commercial Pilot) — instrument rating in category and class (or ATP in category)
  • Fixed‑wing multi‑engine rating for twin‑engine aircraft
  • Commercial Single‑Engine Land for single‑engine aircraft
  • FAA First or Second Class medical
• Education & experience: Associate degree (A.A.) or equivalent from a two‑year college/technical school plus 2–5 years related experience/training; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Flight‑crew conditions: Weight ≤ 250 lb; must be younger than 70. Regular attendance is essential.
• Professional standards: Safety‑first mindset, detail‑driven planning, and strong interpersonal skills.

Rewards & benefits

• Base pay $82,900–$93,251 (step progression based on flight & EMS experience)
• $3,000 IFR stipend; up to $12,000 experience stipend
• $15,000 sign‑on bonus and off‑duty housing
• Health, dental, and vision coverage
• Competitive 401(k)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company‑paid life insurance; AD&D; short‑and long‑term disability; business‑travel accident insurance
• Voluntary legal coverage
• Relocation assistance
• Employee Assistance and benefit‑concierge programs

Air Methods offers industry‑leading resources and a supportive team culture dedicated to safe, high‑impact patient transport.

Base & pool details

This posting is for Fort Mohave, Arizona. Pool pilots may reside anywhere in the PacWest region (Alaska, Arizona, California, Nevada, Washington) and are assigned to base locations nationwide according to operational needs.

Schedule & operations

• 7‑on/7‑off rotation with 12‑hour duty shifts
• IFR air‑ambulance operations conducted per company GOM and applicable FARs and AIM