The Pilot is responsible for the safety and efficient conduct of the flight assignment.

• Must be willing and able to perform the duties of an IFR Captain
• Must be able to fly in IMC conditions

Accountabilities:

• Determines that crew is licensed, adequately rested and in proper dress.
• Plans flight assignments, and obtains briefing information regarding purpose of the flight, weather, operating procedures, and special instructions.
• Prepares or supervises preparation of flight plan considering such factors as altitude, terrain, weather, range, weight, cruise control data, airport facilities and navigational aids.
• Supervises crew members to insure proper planning and flight preparation.
• Ensures the aircraft has the proper pre-flight inspection, loading equipment, and crew for the flight assignment.
• Ensures proper flight kit is aboard.
• Inspects or supervises inspection of engines, fuselage and control surfaces for mechanical and structural soundness and proper operation of communications and navigational equipment on pre-flight inspections.
• Supervises loading and distribution of cargo and passengers and determines that weight and balance is within prescribed limitations per appropriate loading schedules.  
• Calculates load center of gravity and weight utilizing a computer or applicable information contained in the aircraft flight manual or aircraft weight and balance data as appropriate, or FAA approved alternate or other FAA approved method.
• Ensures cargo is properly secured and provisions for passenger comfort and emergency equipment are aboard.
• Files appropriate flight plan, if required by policy or applicable FARs.
• Operates aircraft at favorable altitude taking into account turbulence, oxygen requirements and comfort of passengers during flight.
• Completes all required flight logs, records and maintenance forms.
• Maintains his/her copy of Operations Manual with current revisions.
• Must be highly knowledgeable of the Operations Manual, FAA Regulations, Operations Specifications, Flight Manuals, etc. and other instructions pertinent to duties.
• Accepts other duties as assigned to promote the accomplishment of organizational goals.
• The team member is accountable to demonstrate proficiency for the skills outlined in the appropriate position skills list.
• The team member is accountable to maintain skill proficiency, including improvement where deemed necessary, and upgrading any additional or new skills on the appropriate position skills list.

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• FAA Commercial Rotorcraft Certification, ATP Preferred.
• Helicopter Instrument Rating
• Current FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate

Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• 1500 hours helicopter or 2000 total flight hours with a minimum of 1200 helicopter hours 
• 1000 Hours PIC in rotorcraft 
• 500 Hours Cross Country 
• 75 Hours Actual or Simulated Instruments (50 hours in actual flight) 
• 500 Hours Turbine Time
• 50 hours unaided night if the pilot has 100 hours aided

Mandatory Licensure/Certifications:

• FAA airline transport pilot or commercial pilot licensed with helicopter and instrument rating (helicopter)
• Must pass and obtain a FAA Class I medical exam on semi/biannual basis
• Must pass drug and alcohol testing at initial hiring and then on a random testing basis
• Valid Class D Driver's license in the state of residency with an acceptable driving record