Helicopter Pilot

Air Methods

. Operate Air Methods aircraft in a safe and legal manner .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeWenatchee • Washington • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $82,900 - $93,251 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive flight experience with a focus on safety and compliance, including proficiency in rotor wing turbine operations and thorough knowledge of aviation regulations. Capable of conducting detailed flight planning and ensuring the medical flight team is well-prepared for operations.

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2500 Total Flight Hours2000 Flight Hours In Category1000 Hours PIC In Category500 Hours Rotor Wing Turbine TimeFirst OR Second Class FAA Medical Certificate

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Hard Skills

Flight OperationsPre-Flight InspectionsFlight PlanningAircraft Airworthiness VerificationNight Flight ExperienceInstrument RatingCommercial Single-Engine LandFixed Wing Multiengine RatingFAR KnowledgeAIM Knowledge

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationTeam CollaborationAttention To DetailProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Daily Flight LogMedical Backup Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

ATP RatingFirst OR Second Class FAA Medical Certificate

Industry Keywords

Air Methods PoliciesAviation RegulationsRotor Wing OperationsCross-Country FlightNVG Substitution Rules

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate Air Methods aircraft in a safe and legal manner
Complete pre-flight inspections and verify aircraft airworthiness through the Daily Flight Log
Perform a complete aircraft walk-around before entering the cockpit and after each flight
Maintain final authority for aircraft operations and the safety of passengers, cargo, and equipment
Maintain familiarity with aircraft and medical backup systems used in the operational area
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
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 not to exceed 250 pounds
Must be less than seventy (70) years old
Pilots must have flown in category within the previous 24 months
2500 total flight hours with minimum of 2000 flight hours in category
1000 hours PIC in category
500 hours of rotor wing turbine time
500 hours of cross-country flight time, including at least 50 hours at night
100 hours unaided night as PIC, with specified NVG substitution rules
75 hours actual or simulated instrument time, including at least 50 hours in flight in an aircraft and 20 hours in actual instrument conditions in category
2500 total helicopter time
200 hours night, aided or unaided
100 hours instrument preferred
Instrument rating for category and class of aircraft; ATP rating in category meets this requirement
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, Air Methods policies and procedures
Regular scheduled attendance on a 7/7 schedule with 12-hour shifts

Benefits

Comp & perks

120% ACCRA (Geo-Mod)
$3,000 IFR Stipend
Experience Stipend: Up to $12,000
$8,000 Stipend
Off Duty Housing
$15,000 Sign-On Bonus
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