Part 135 On-Demand & Commuter Captain / Pilot-in-Command
Part-Time | Oʻahu-Based | Tecnam P2012

Pacific Air Charters is seeking experienced, professional Captains to operate the Tecnam P2012 Traveller in interisland Part 135 operations throughout Hawaiʻi.

This position includes day/night, IFR/VFR, single-pilot, and two-pilot operations in a modern Garmin glass-cockpit, multi-engine aircraft.

Minimum Qualifications

• Unrestricted FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate – Airplane Multi-Engine Land

• Current FAA First-Class Medical Certificate

• FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit

• Fluent spoken and written English

• Valid driver’s license

• Valid passport permitting unrestricted international travel to and from the United States

• Authorized to work in the United States

• Minimum age of 23

• Must reside on Oʻahu

• Ability to lift and load baggage up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to successfully complete required background, criminal history, and pre-employment drug screening

• Ability and willingness to participate in the FAA/DOT drug and alcohol testing program

• Ability to obtain and maintain required airport and security credentials

• Excellent judgment, leadership skills, command ability, and professional maturity

• Ability to work a varied schedule, including weekends, holidays, and nights, based on operational needs

Preferred Qualifications

• Current and proficient in IFR operations

• Flight experience in Hawaiʻi and Class B airspace

• Garmin G1000 or comparable glass-cockpit experience

• Recent piston multi-engine PIC experience

• Previous Part 135 or Part 121 commercial flying experience

• FAA Flight Instructor Certificate

Responsibilities

• Serve as Pilot in Command of Part 91 and Part 135 domestic and international operations in compliance with applicable FAA regulations, ICAO requirements, company manuals, and operating procedures

• Conduct flight planning, weather evaluation, weight and balance, aircraft performance, and operational risk assessment

• Successfully complete required company training and Part 135 checking to company and ATP standards, and maintain all required PIC qualifications

• Operate safely and professionally in both single-pilot and two-pilot environments

• Maintain strong cockpit discipline, IFR proficiency, and procedural compliance

• Complete required aircraft, flight, duty, and company documentation

• Coordinate effectively with Maintenance, Operations, ground personnel, and fellow crewmembers

• Provide professional and exceptional customer service and assist passengers with baggage as required

• Mentor and support SICs and other crewmembers

• Promote effective CRM, communication, standardization, and a strong safety culture

• Communicate clearly, respectfully, and professionally, both verbally and in writing

• Maintain a professional appearance consistent with company standards while on duty or representing Pacific Air Charters

• Exercise sound judgment, discretion, accountability, and professionalism across all operational and administrative responsibilities

• Support a safety-focused, team-oriented working environment

Why Pacific Air Charters?

• Hawaiʻi-based interisland flying

• Part-time scheduling flexibility

• Modern multi-engine aircraft

• High-quality maintenance standards

• Training and procedures modeled after professional airline operating standards

• Positive, professional small-company environment

• Opportunity to mentor other pilots and contribute directly to company growth

Compensation & Schedule

• Part-time, hourly-pay, variable schedule

• No guaranteed minimum monthly hours at this time

• Must reside on Oʻahu; this is not a commuting position

Pay: From $100.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 5.0 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Experience:

• Commercial Pilot: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Airline Transport Pilot Certification (Required)

• Drivers License (Required)