Fire Helicopter Pilot
On-siteLouisville, Kentucky, United States
Job Summary
Conduct preflight checks on Company aircraft before starting shifts and ensure all operations comply with Federal Aviation Regulations, the Rotorcraft Flight Manual, and state/municipal rules. Operate helicopters safely and efficiently while monitoring weather forecasts and maintaining current status. Maintain 2000 total flight hours, 1500 helicopter hours, and 1000 pilot-in-command hours, including 1000 turbine hours and 100 unaided night hours. Upload your Rotorcraft-Helicopter Commercial Certificate, Instrument Rating, and FAA Medical Certificate. Apply for VFR positions to receive a 15K sign-on bonus and 40K retention bonus after three years.
Required Qualifications
- Ensures all operations involving Company aircraft are in compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations, Air Evac EMS Operations Manual, and all state and municipal regulations
- Operates the aircraft in a safe and efficient manner, with emphasis on compliance with the Rotorcraft Flight Manual
- Conducts preflight of the aircraft prior to starting shift and/or accepting transports or flights
- Reports to his/her shift rested and prepared for duty
- Stays current of weather and forecast changes
- 2000 hours total flight time
- 1500 hours helicopter time
- 1000 hours helicopter pilot in command
- 500 hours turbine
- 100 hours night unaided, or 50 hours unaided with 100 hours aided
- Previous HAA experience or equivalent
- Rotorcraft-Helicopter Commercial Certificate
- Rotorcraft-Helicopter Instrument Rating
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Upload your Pilot License and FAA Medical Certificate
Desired Qualifications
- 15K Sign on Bonus
- 40K Retention Bonus after 3 years
- On Duty Housing at all locations
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