Captain - Bombardier Challenger 601

Airbill Aviation Services; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Airbill Aviation Services in the Bay Area seeks a Captain for the Bombardier Challenger 601 under Part 91. The Captain will serve as Pilot in Command with full authority for safe and compliant operations, guiding the flight department’s growth and maintaining high professional standards.

Ideal candidates have PIC hours, Part 91 Captain experience preferred, and Challenger 601/600-series background. The role emphasizes discretion, safety, and customer-focused service for principals and guests.

Qualifications

• Valid passport with unrestricted international travel.
• FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Pilot in Command (PIC) on all assigned Challenger 601 flights.
• Exercise final authority for safe, legal, and efficient aircraft operation.
• Conduct all operations in compliance with FAA regulations (Part 91) and company policies.
• Perform thorough flight planning including weather, NOTAMs, fuel planning, and risk assessment.
• Maintain aircraft readiness, cleanliness, and professional presentation.
• Communicate aircraft status, scheduling considerations, and operational issues to management.
• Provide discreet, professional service to company principals and guests.

Skills

Mature judgment

Command presence

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Discretion

Tools

Challenger 601 type rating

Challenger 600-series experience

Job description

Airbill Aviation Services is searching for a Captain – Bombardier Challenger 601, Part 91 | Single-Aircraft Corporate Flight Department To join a great team in the Bay area.

Position Summary

The Captain serves as Pilot in Command (PIC) for the company’s Bombardier Challenger 601, operating under Part 91. This company has operated its flight department for over 18 years and aircraft growth is in its near future.

This position holds full authority and responsibility for the safe, compliant, and professional operation of the aircraft while supporting company leadership with discretion, sound judgment, and operational maturity.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as Pilot in Command (PIC) on all assigned Challenger 601 flights
• Exercise final authority for safe, legal, and efficient aircraft operation
• Conduct all operations in compliance with FAA regulations (Part 91) and company policies
• Perform thorough flight planning including weather, NOTAMs, fuel planning, and risk assessment
• Maintain aircraft readiness, cleanliness, and professional presentation
• Communicate aircraft status, scheduling considerations, and operational issues to management
• Provide discreet, professional service to company principals and guests

Required Qualifications

• Valid passport with unrestricted international travel
• FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit
• Authorization to work in the United States

Flight Experience Requirements

• Pilot in Command (PIC): 1,500+ hours
• Prior Part 91 Captain experience [strongly preferred]

Preferred Qualifications

• Challenger 601 type rating
• Challenger 600-series experience

Professional Attributes

• Mature judgment and strong command presence
• High level of accountability and professionalism
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Discreet, service-oriented, and safety-focused

Compensation: [Competitive for operation type and location]

Location & Schedule

• Commuting: Position is not commutable
• Operations: Primarily domestic
• On-demand Part 91 schedule typical of a single-aircraft flight department,
• 3 Captain qualified staff, average 11 work days per month, must be flexible to support schedule as needed. Vacation time & Monthly PTO