Emergency Medical Helicopter Pilot (VFR) - 24/7 Basis

Air Evac Lifeteam; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 89,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $15K

Retention bonus $40K after 3 years

24-hour base housing provided at all;

7/7 Schedule

Job summary

Air Evac Lifeteam is seeking qualified helicopter pilots for multiple VFR positions. You will ensure regulatory compliance, operate aircraft safely, monitor weather, and conduct thorough preflight checks. A strong background with rotorcraft, turbine hours, and PIC time is essential.

We offer a competitive starting salary, signing and retention bonuses, and relocation/ housing support. This evergreen posting allows selection at your chosen location with a 7/7 schedule and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2000 hours total flight time required.
• 1500 hours helicopter time with 1000 hours PIC.
• 500 hours turbine experience preferred.
• Night flying experience required: 100 hours unaided or 50 unaided with 100 aided.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all operations involving Company aircraft comply with FARs, EMS Ops Manual, and state/regulatory rules.
• Operate aircraft safely and efficiently with emphasis on Rotorcraft Flight Manual compliance.
• Monitor weather and forecast changes for flight planning and decision making.
• Conduct preflight inspection and document discrepancies for maintenance follow-up.
• Report rested and prepared for duty and stay current on weather conditions.

Skills

Total flight time 2000 hours

Helicopter time 1500 hours

Pilot in command 1000 hours

Turbine 500 hours

Night unaided 100 hours / 50 unaided +

HAA experience preferred

Education

Rotorcraft-Helicopter Commercial Certificate

Rotorcraft-Helicopter Instrument Rating

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Air Evac Lifeteam is seeking qualified helicopter pilots for multiple VFR positions. You will ensure regulatory compliance, operate aircraft safely, monitor weather, and conduct thorough preflight checks. A strong background with rotorcraft, turbine hours, and PIC time is essential.

We offer a competitive starting salary, signing and retention bonuses, and relocation/ housing support. This evergreen posting allows selection at your chosen location with a 7/7 schedule and comprehensive benefits.