Fixed Wing Pilot

Air Methods

. Operate Air Methods aircraft safely and legally .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timePensacola • Florida • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $82,900 - $93,251 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive flight experience with a minimum of 2,500 total flight hours, including 1,000 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC) and proficiency in operating fixed wing multiengine and single-engine aircraft. Maintains thorough knowledge of aviation regulations and policies while ensuring safety and effective communication with medical flight teams and stakeholders.

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2,500 Total Flight Hours1,000 Hours PICInstrument RatingFirst or Second Class FAA Medical CertificateKnowledge of FAR, AIM, GOM

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Hard Skills

Flight OperationsPre-Flight InspectionsFlight PlanningAircraft Airworthiness VerificationTurbine TimeCross-Country Flight TimeNight Flight TimeFlight in Actual Instrument ConditionsFixed Wing Multiengine RatingCommercial Single-Engine Land

Soft Skills

Interpersonal RelationshipsTeam CollaborationCommunication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

FAA Medical CertificateInstrument RatingATP Rating

Industry Keywords

Air MethodsEMSAviation RegulationsFlight SafetyMedical Flight Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate Air Methods aircraft safely and legally
Complete pre-flight inspections and verify aircraft airworthiness by signing the Daily Flight Log
Perform a complete aircraft walk-around before entering the cockpit and after each flight
Exercise final authority over aircraft operations and the safety of passengers, cargo, and equipment
Maintain familiarity with aircraft and medical systems of backup aircraft
Ensure the medical flight team is familiar and comfortable with the medical interior and systems
Complete required documentation
Conduct detailed flight planning with little notice to exacting standards
Participate in Air Methods meetings, activities, projects, committees, and community outreach
Maintain regular attendance on a 7/7 schedule with 12-hour shifts
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and two to five years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Weight must not exceed 250 pounds
Must be less than 70 years old
Must have flown in category within the previous 24 months
2,500 total flight hours with minimum of 2,000 flight hours in category
1,000 hours PIC in category
500 hours cross-country flight time, including at least 50 hours at night
500 hours turbine time
100 hours night flight time
100 hours flight in actual instrument conditions in category
Instrument rating for category and class of aircraft, or ATP rating in category
Fixed wing multiengine rating required for twin-engine aircraft
Commercial single-engine land required for single-engine aircraft
First or Second Class FAA Medical certificate required
Thorough knowledge of FAR, AIM, GOM, and Air Methods policies and procedures
Must maintain positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals, and the public

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, Dental and Vision
Competitive 401(k) Retirement Plan
Flexible Spending Account Benefit Plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Full Company-Paid Life Insurance
AD&D Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Business Travel Accident Insurance
Voluntary Legal
Relocation Assistance
Employee Assistance and Benefit Concierge Service Programs
$12,000 Experience Stipend
$3,000 IFR Stipend
$30,000 Base Stipend
$15,000 Sign-On Bonus