Regional Relief Helicopter Pilot

Air Methods

. Operate Air Methods aircraft safely and legally .

Posted 10/21/2026full-timeRemote • Washington • 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 focus on safety and compliance, including proficiency in rotor wing turbine operations and adherence to aviation regulations. Capable of conducting thorough pre-flight inspections and ensuring the readiness of medical systems in aircraft.

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2,500 Total Flight Hours1,000 Hours PIC In Category500 Hours Rotor Wing Turbine TimeFirst Or Second Class FAA Medical CertificateKnowledge Of FAR, AIM, GOM

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Hard Skills

Flight PlanningPre-Flight InspectionsAircraft WalkaroundsMedical Systems FamiliarityCross-Country Flight TimeInstrument RatingCommercial Single-Engine LandFixed-Wing Multiengine RatingNight Flight ExperienceTotal Helicopter Time

Soft Skills

Positive Interpersonal Relationships

Certifications & Qualifications

FAA Medical CertificateInstrument RatingATP Rating

Industry Keywords

Airlift Northwest RequirementsAir Methods PoliciesEMS CollaborationSafety ComplianceCommunity Outreach

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate Air Methods aircraft safely and legally
Verify aircraft airworthiness through pre-flight inspections and Daily Flight Log sign-off
Perform complete aircraft walkarounds before entering the cockpit and after each flight
Retain final authority over aircraft operations and the safety of passengers, cargo, and equipment
Maintain familiarity with aircraft and medical systems on 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
Perform other assigned duties
Work a non-standard schedule
Maintain regular attendance in accordance with applicable laws and company policies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must live in Washington State
Must meet Airlift Northwest requirements
Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, and two to five years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Pilots 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 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
2,500 total helicopter time
200 hours night, aided or unaided
Instrument rating for category and class of aircraft; ATP rating in category satisfies 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
Must maintain a weight not exceeding 250 pounds
Must be under 70 years old
Knowledge of and compliance with FAR, AIM, GOM, and Air Methods policies and procedures
Positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals, and the public

Benefits

Comp & perks

$15,000 sign-on bonus
$3,000 IFR stipend
Experience stipend up to $12,000
120% ACCRA (Geo-Modifier)
Health, dental and vision insurance
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 benefits
Relocation assistance
Employee Assistance and Benefit Concierge Service Programs
Remote work designation
Work-life balance