PATRIOT AIR CHARTER — Huntington, IN
Pay: $110,000–$140,000 per year
Patriot Air Charter is seeking a Chief Pilot / Captain to lead our Part 135 flight operations while serving as an active line pilot. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for regulatory compliance, pilot standardization, and day-to-day flight operations.
This position will primarily operate the Beechcraft King Air series and Cessna 310 aircraft in a dynamic, real-world mission environment including cargo, organ transport, AOG support, and passenger flights.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Chief Pilot Duties * Maintain compliance with 14 CFR Part 119 & 135 * Serve as liaison with the FAA * Oversee pilot hiring, onboarding, and training programs * Maintain pilot records, qualifications, and currency tracking * Standardize SOPs and ensure operational consistency * Conduct check rides, line checks, and proficiency evaluations * Assist with development of company manuals and procedures * Participate in safety management and operational decision-making
Flight Operations * Act as PIC in single-pilot Part 135 operations * Conduct a mix of: passenger flights, cargo operations, organ transplant flights, AOG/priority logistics * Maintain high standards of safety, professionalism, and customer service * Participate in on-call rotation schedule
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS * Commercial Pilot Certificate * Meets Part 135 Chief Pilot requirements (3 years 121/135 experience in the last 6 years if first time being a Chief Pilot) * 3000 TT minimum * 1000 Multi * Current Second-Class Medical * Strong knowledge of Part 135 operations and compliance * Prior leadership or training experience preferred
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: * Previous Chief Pilot or Assistant Chief Pilot experience * Turbine time (King Air experience highly preferred) * Experience in single-pilot IFR operations * Cargo / on-demand / air ambulance experience * Garmin avionics familiarity (G500TX, GTN750xi, etc.) * Strong organizational and communication skills
SCHEDULE & LIFESTYLE * 5-on / 2-off (M-F Typically unless needed for a scheduled trip on the weekend) * The Chief Pilot will mostly be working in the office or taking scheduled King Air / Cessna 310 flights. * Some on-call duty structure may also be required. * Mix of day and night operations * Home base: Huntington, IN (relocation preferred)
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: Salary Range: * $110,000 – $140,000 base salary (depending on experience)
Additional Compensation: * Can pick up additional pay for off duty trips or evening callouts * Retention / Performance Bonus tied to safety and reliability metrics
Benefits: * Health, Dental, Vision Insurance * 3% IRA match * PTO + holiday rotation * Training provided (King Air initial & recurrent) * Travel expenses covered
Relocation Assistance: * $5000 relocation assistance
WHY JOIN PATRIOT AIR CHARTER? * Growing Part 135 operation with expanding turbine fleet * Opportunity to help shape company direction and culture * Real operational flying (not just sitting reserve) * Leadership role with direct impact on operations
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