Chief Pilot, Flight Ops Leader

LV Aero, LLC; Sellersburg, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

PrivateFlite Aviation is expanding its Part 135 charter operation and we are building the leadership team to scale. The Chief Pilot reports to the Director of Operations and oversees the performance, compliance, and development of all flight crew members under 14 CFR §119.71(b) and §135.77.

You will lead initial, recurrent, and upgrade training, ensure compliance with FAA regulations, manage crew scheduling and duty/rest, maintain pilot qualification records, and collaborate with Safety,

Qualifications

• Must hold ATP certificate and be able to serve as PIC in at least one company-operated aircraft.
• Strong knowledge of FAA regs, Ops Specs, and Part 135 operations is essential.
• Proven leadership and decision-making capabilities in flight operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead all initial, recurrent, and upgrade training programs.
• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations, Ops Specs, and SOPs.
• Oversee crew scheduling and duty/rest compliance.
• Exercise operational control under 14 CFR §135.77.
• Maintain pilot qualification records and regulatory documentation.
• Oversee AFM revisions and manufacturer updates.
• Recruit, mentor, and standardize flight crew members.
• Collaborate with Safety, Maintenance, Sales, and Flight Control departments.

Skills

FAA regulations

PIC experience

Leadership

Training & development

Decision-making

Crew scheduling

Education

ATP certificate

Tools

Flight ops systems

Job description

PrivateFlite Aviation is expanding its Part 135 charter operation and we are building the leadership team to scale. The Chief Pilot reports to the Director of Operations and oversees the performance, compliance, and development of all flight crew members under 14 CFR §119.71(b) and §135.77.

You will lead initial, recurrent, and upgrade training, ensure compliance with FAA regulations, manage crew scheduling and duty/rest, maintain pilot qualification records, and collaborate with Safety,