Airbill Aviation Services — Santa Rosa, California, USA
Estimated salary for Commercial Pilots (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025): $84,540–$190,440 per year, median $123,220. The employer did not provide a pay range for this listing.
Captain – Bombardier Challenger 601 Part 91 | Single-Aircraft Corporate Flight Department
Position Summary The Captain serves as Pilot in Command (PIC) for the company’s Bombardier Challenger 601, operating under Part 91. This company has operated its flight department for 20 years and aircraft growth is in its near future. This position holds full authority and responsibility for the safe, compliant, and professional operation of the aircraft while supporting company leadership with discretion, sound judgment, and operational maturity.
Key Responsibilities • Serve as Pilot in Command (PIC) on all assigned Challenger 601 flights • Exercise final authority for safe, legal, and efficient aircraft operation • Conduct all operations in compliance with FAA regulations (Part 91) and company policies • Perform thorough flight planning including weather, NOTAMs, fuel planning, and risk assessment • Maintain aircraft readiness, cleanliness, and professional presentation • Communicate aircraft status, scheduling considerations, and operational issues to management • Provide discreet, professional service to company principals and guests
Required Qualifications • FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate (ATP) • Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate • Valid passport with unrestricted international travel • FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit • Authorization to work in the United States
Flight Experience Requirements • Total Time: 3,000+ hours • Pilot in Command (PIC): 1,500+ hours • Multi-Engine: 1,500+ hours • Turbine: 1,000+ hours • Prior business aviation experience required • Prior Part 91 Captain experience [strongly preferred]
Preferred Qualifications • Challenger 601 type rating [training available] • Challenger 600-series experience • Previous Captain experience in a corporate flight department environment
Professional Attributes • Mature judgment and strong command presence • High level of accountability and professionalism • Strong communication and organizational skills • Discreet, service-oriented, and safety-focused
Compensation & Benefits • Compensation: [Competitive for operation type and location] • Comprehensive benefits package [401K, Health, Dental, Vision, STI/LTI]
Location & Schedule • Base: Bay Area, California • Commuting: Position is not commutable • Operations: Primarily domestic • On-demand Part 91 schedule typical of a single-aircraft flight department, 3 Captain qualified staff, average 11 days p/mo, must be flexible to support schedule.
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