Cessna 402 Captain (Part 135) – Hyannis, MA

Pilot Assessments; Hyannis (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Air seeks a Captain to lead the flight deck with safety, regulatory compliance, and top-tier passenger experience at the forefront. You will plan and execute missions across varied New England conditions, modeling professionalism for the crew and setting the tone for a safe, efficient operation.

As PIC, you will manage flight planning, weather interpretation, NOTAMs, and fuel/weight calculations, while ensuring all procedures are followed.

Qualifications

• Must hold ATP (Multi-Engine Land) with appropriate rating.
• FAA First Class Medical and valid passport are mandatory.
• Crew resource management and professional judgment are essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate flights safely and professionally with regulatory compliance.
• Serve as PIC with final authority for aircraft, crew, passengers and cargo.
• Plan flight assignments, interpret weather/NOTAMs and file flight plans.

Skills

CRM

Safety mindset

Professional judgment

Education

ATP (Multi-Engine Land)

FAA First Class Medical

Valid passport

Job description

The Opportunity

As a Cape Air Captain, you'll be the decision-maker on every flight, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and exceptional passenger experience. You'll plan and conduct missions across varied New England conditions, model professionalism for the crew, and set the tone for a safe, efficient, and customer-focused operation.

What You'll Do

• Operate each flight safely and professionally, maintaining vigilance during all phases and avoiding non-essential distractions.
• Serve as PIC with final authority and responsibility for the aircraft, crew, passengers, and cargo.
• Plan flight assignments; obtain and interpret weather, NOTAMs, and special procedures; prepare, file, and close flight plans considering altitude, terrain, weather, range, weight, fuel, facilities, and nav aids.
• Inspect or supervise preflight inspections for mechanical and structural soundness; maintain aircraft and window cleanliness.
• Verify required inspections, airworthiness status, and required equipment (charts, fuel, oil, emergency equipment, briefing cards) are on board and current.
• Supervise the SIC (when applicable) to ensure proper planning, flight preparation, and checklist discipline.
• Oversee loading, distribution, and securement of cargo, baggage, and passengers; confirm weight and balance are within limits.
• Operate the aircraft at safe, favorable altitudes with consideration for turbulence, oxygen requirements, medical needs, and passenger comfort.
• Assist as needed - after proper training - with loading/unloading and refueling to support on-time, safe operations.
• Ensure the crew is adequately rested and properly dressed; foster a professional, businesslike cockpit environment.
• Complete flight logs; report mechanical irregularities; coordinate required enroute maintenance.
• Ensure full compliance with company manuals, operations specifications, flight manuals, and FAR 135.265, plus additional duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

• Certificates: ATP (Multi-Engine Land) - Restricted or Unrestricted; FAA First Class Medical; valid passport.
• Flight-time minimums (all required): 1,500 hours total; 500 hours cross-country; 250 hours PIC; 100 hours night; 75 hours instrument; 50 hours multi-engine.
• Thorough knowledge of company manuals, FAA regulations, operations specifications, and aircraft flight manuals; proven ability to ensure compliance with FAR 135.265.
• Professional judgment, strong CRM, and a safety-first mindset aligned with Cape Air standards.

All pilot applicants must meet Cape Air’s basic requirements and the hour minimums for Cessna 402 Part 135 operations.

Why You'll Love Flying with Cape Air

• Meaningful regional missions that keep communities connected across New England.
• Hands-on multi-engine flying that sharpens airmanship and PIC decision-making.
• A tight-knit, safety-focused team that values professionalism and service.