Regional Relief Helicopter Pilot

Air Methods

. Act as a Regional Relief Pilot covering bases in the Midwest region .

Posted 10/25/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $82,900 - $93,251 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in aircraft operations, safety protocols, and flight planning, with a strong emphasis on compliance with FAA regulations and Air Methods policies. Maintains effective communication and collaboration with medical teams and stakeholders in high-pressure environments.

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Commercial & Instrument RatingFAA Medical CertificateVFR Flight HoursIFR Flight HoursFlight Planning

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Hard Skills

Aircraft OperationsPre-Flight InspectionsFlight Log DocumentationRotor Wing Turbine TimeCross-Country Flight TimeNight Flight TimeInstrument Flight TimePIC Flight HoursEmergency Medical Services (EMS) CoordinationAircraft Safety Protocols

Soft Skills

Professional Relationship ManagementCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationAdaptabilityAttention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

First Class FAA Medical CertificateSecond Class FAA Medical Certificate

Industry Keywords

Air Methods PoliciesFARAIMGOM GuidelinesMidwest Region

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as a Regional Relief Pilot covering bases in the Midwest region
Operate Air Methods aircraft in a safe and legal manner
Ensure aircraft and weather conditions are airworthy for transporting medical crew and patients to receiving hospitals within the assigned operational area
Complete pre-flight inspections and verify aircraft airworthiness by signing the Daily Flight Log
Perform complete aircraft walk-arounds 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 used in the operational area
Ensure the medical flight team is familiar and comfortable with medical interiors 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
Travel approximately 50% of the time
Perform other duties as assigned
No supervisory responsibilities

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
Must live in the Midwest Region (KY, OH, IL, IN, MO, KS, AR)
Weight not to exceed 250 pounds
Must be less than seventy (70) years old
Pilots must have flown in category for a commercial operator or in the military within the previous 24 months
VFR: 2000 total flight hours, minimum 1500 hours in category, 1000 hours PIC in category, 500 hours rotor wing turbine time, 200 hours cross-country flight time including at least 50 hours at night, 100 hours unaided night as PIC, and 50 hours actual or hood instrument time in flight and in category
IFR: 2500 total flight hours, minimum 2000 hours in category, 1000 hours PIC in category, 500 hours rotor wing turbine time, 500 hours cross-country flight time, 100 hours night flight time, and 75 hours actual or simulated instrument time including at least 50 hours in flight and 20 hours in actual instrument conditions in category
Commercial & Instrument Rating for category and class of aircraft; ATP rating in category meets this requirement
First OR Second Class FAA Medical certificate required
Thorough knowledge of Air Methods policies and procedures, FAR, AIM, and GOM guidelines
Regular scheduled attendance and ability to work a non-standard schedule
Ability to conduct detailed flight planning with little notice
Ability to maintain positive professional relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals, and the public

Benefits

Comp & perks

$40,000 Annual Stipend
$40,000 Sign-on Bonus (new hires only)
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