Fixed-Wing Pilot – Critical Air Transport Leader

Life Flight Network

Hilo (HI)

On-site

USD 132,000 - 156,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer contribution
Tenure bonuses
Medical, Dental, Vision
Life and AD&D Insurance
Disability Insurance
Tuition and Training Reimbursement
PSLF Eligible Employer

Job summary

Life Flight Network in Hilo, HI is seeking a fixed-wing pilot to safely operate Pilatus aircraft for transport of critically ill or injured patients. The role requires leadership, strong communication, and on-call flexibility in a high-stakes environment.

Candidates should have 5+ years of professional pilot experience, an ATPL, and current FAA medical. The company offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth within a nonprofit air medical program.

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent; Bachelor's degree in Aviation preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a professional pilot.
  • FAA Airline Transport Pilot certificate.
  • 2500 hours PIC time Airplane.
  • 1500 Turbine hours.
  • 500 hours in a turbo prop aircraft.
  • 250 hours instrument time.
  • 250 hours unaided night time experience.
  • 25 hours operating a PC-12 with recent training.
  • Current FAA Second class flight physical.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication.
  • Ability to travel and maintain a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

  • Perform pre-flight and post-flight inspections.
  • Safely plan flights; load passengers, baggage, and cargo; analyze weather.
  • Maintain logs and records and prepare written reports.
  • Clean aircraft, unit quarters and hangar.

Skills

Leadership
Communication
Customer service
Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation
FAA Airline Transport Pilot certificate
Current FAA Second class flight physical

Tools

PC-12 operations

Job description

Life Flight Network in Hilo, HI is seeking a fixed-wing pilot to safely operate Pilatus aircraft for transport of critically ill or injured patients. The role requires leadership, strong communication, and on-call flexibility in a high-stakes environment.

Candidates should have 5+ years of professional pilot experience, an ATPL, and current FAA medical. The company offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth within a nonprofit air medical program.

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