PC-12 Air Ambulance Captain – Hilo, HI

Pilot Assessments; Hilo (HI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with 100% employer contribution

Tenure bonuses

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vIs

Company-paid life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness reimbursement

Life Flight Network membership for you

Paid parental leave and adoption aid

Bereavement leave (including pets)

Paid volunteer time

Generous paid time off

Tuition and training reimbursement

PSLF eligible employer

Employee recognition awards

Multilingual stipend

Job summary

Life Flight Network is seeking a Captain to operate the Pilatus PC-12 for on-demand air ambulance missions in Hawaii. You will lead flight operations, perform thorough pre/post-flight checks, and coordinate patient and equipment loading to ensure safe transport.

Applicants should have an ATP certificate, current FAA Second Class medical, and at least five years of professional pilot experience. This role offers varied on-call shifts and a strong safety culture within a not-for-profit program.

Qualifications

• FAA ATP (Unrestricted or Restricted) required or to be added during Initial Hire training.
• Current FAA Second Class flight physical required.
• Minimum 5 years of professional pilot experience.
• Flight time: 2,500 hours PIC (airplanes), 1,500 turbine hours, 500 turboprop hours, 250 instrument hours, 250 unaided night hours.
• High school diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s in Aviation or related field preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; strong verbal and written communication and customer service skills.
• Travel: Valid driver’s license and insured automobile for travel across the service area.
• Note: ATP written exam cost covered by applicant; checkride covered by Life Flight Network.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate the PC-12 as Captain for patient, passenger, and cargo transport.
• Conduct thorough pre-flight and post-flight inspections.
• Plan and execute flights, analyze weather, and manage aircraft performance and loading.
• Assist with loading patients, passengers, baggage, and medical equipment.
• Maintain accurate logs, records, and written reports.
• Contribute to base upkeep: clean aircraft, unit quarters, and hangar as needed.
• Immediately report safety concerns and adhere to all safety and risk management policies and procedures.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Education

FAA ATP certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s in Aviation or related field preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

• Operation: Air ambulance/critical care transport in a Pilatus PC-12
• Schedule: Varied and on-call shifts supporting 24/7 operations
• Environment: Fast-paced, high-consequence decision-making with multidisciplinary clinical teams
• Safety Culture: Uphold Life Flight Network’s robust safety and risk management program

What You’ll Do

• Safely operate the PC-12 as Captain for patient, passenger, and cargo transport.
• Conduct thorough pre-flight and post-flight inspections.
• Plan and execute flights, analyze weather, and manage aircraft performance and loading.
• Assist with loading patients, passengers, baggage, and medical equipment.
• Maintain accurate logs, records, and written reports.
• Contribute to base upkeep: clean the aircraft, unit quarters, and hangar as needed.
• Immediately report safety concerns and adhere to all safety and risk management policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Certificates: FAA ATP (Unrestricted or Restricted). If single-engine ATP is not held at hire, it must be added during Initial Hire training at FlightSafety or by first annual recurrent.
• Medical: Current FAA Second Class flight physical.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years as a professional pilot.
• Flight Time: 2,500 hours PIC (airplanes), 1,500 turbine hours, 500 turboprop hours, 250 instrument hours, 250 hours unaided night.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s in Aviation or related field preferred.
• Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; strong verbal/written communication and customer service skills.
• Travel: Valid driver’s license and insured automobile in good repair for travel across the service area.
• Note: Cost of any required ATP written exam is the applicant’s responsibility; Life Flight Network covers the additional checkride.

Preferred

• 25 hours operating a PC-12 with successful ground and flight school completion within the last 12 months.
• Recent air medical/air ambulance experience.
• Mountain flying experience.

Key Role Details

• Base Aircraft: Pilatus PC-12
• Required PIC Hours: 2,500
• Operation Type: Part 135 Air Ambulance (not-for-profit)
• Location: Hilo, HI (island-wide service as assigned)

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with a 100% vested employer contribution
• Tenure bonuses
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Wellness reimbursement program
• Complimentary Life Flight Network membership for employee and household
• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance
• Bereavement leave (including for pets)
• Paid volunteer time
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition and training reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
• Employee recognition awards
• Multilingual stipend