Base Location: Clearwater/Miami, FL or The Island of Curacao
Schedule: 7 on / 7 off – almost all trips return to home base the same day
Sign-On Bonus: $15,000 - $20,000 (based on experience)
Salary: $145,000 - $155,000 Annual
[Company] is one of the world’s leading providers of fixed wing air ambulance services for patients in need of vital medical transportation, with Air Gato Enterprises as the Aircraft Operator Certificate. We are looking for exceptional Captains to join our mission of safely transporting patients to the next level of care on their medical journey. The people you work with are people-centric, patient advocates who enjoy helping others in need. If you are a mission-focused Lear 35/55 pilot who is excited about a career in healthcare, we are the place for you!
Based in sunny Florida, operating out of the St. Petersburg / Clearwater Airport (KPIE) or Miami-Opa Locka Airport (KOPF) or the Island of Curacao. Enjoy half a year off! Must reside within 60 minutes of the base.
Position Summary
The Learjet 35/55 Captain serves as Pilot-in-Command under 14 CFR Part 135, responsible for the safe, legal, and efficient operation of company aircraft. This role requires strict adherence to FAA regulations, company General Operations Manual (GOM), and operational control procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Act as PIC in accordance with Part 135 regulations and company SOPs
Maintain operational control and compliance with dispatch and flight-following procedures
Conduct thorough preflight planning, risk assessments, and post-flight duties
Ensure aircraft airworthiness and accurate completion of aircraft logs
Provide a high level of passenger service while maintaining safety as the top priority
Mentor and coordinate effectively with SICs and operational staff
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
Sign-on bonus: $15,000 - $20,000
Paid initial and recurrent Part 135 training
Group Health insurance options (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)
Matching 401(K)
Base Location
Clearwater, FL – St. Petersburg / Clearwater Airport (KPIE) or Miami-Opa Locka Airport (KOPF)
Job Requirements:
ATP Certificate
Current Learjet 35/55 Type Rating (preferred; training may be considered for highly qualified candidates)
First Class Medical Certificate
3,000 hours total time
1,000 hours turbine time
500 hours multi-engine
1,000 hours PIC (Part 135 PIC-qualified or ability to meet PIC requirements)
Recent IFR experience
Valid passport and ability to travel internationally
Must pass DOT drug & alcohol testing and background checks
No history of FAA accidents, incidents, or enforcement actions
Preferred Qualifications
Prior Part 135 PIC experience
Learjet 35/55 recent flight time
International and RVSM experience
Strong CRM and customer-facing skills