Description
The (Captain (Pilot) is accountable to the Chief Pilot for the safe conduct of assigned flights. When assigned to a flight, the Pilot has the final authority in the operation of the aircraft. Pilots must ensure compliance with all federal, state, local, and foreign regulations, as well as company policies and procedures specified in the company operations manual. Pilots are the company’s most visible representative to the passengers and must act with tact and decorum while ensuring an efficient and safe operation.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Four years college or similar with industry and education combined experience
- Previous corporate flight department experience required
- 1,000 hours PIC turbine time in a midsize or larger jet required
- Citation X experience preferred but not necessary
- Must have a valid Airline Transport Pilot’s license
- Current/previous Citation X experience preferred
- Current FAR 61.58 proficiency check
- No previous aircraft accidents
- First class medical certificate
- The ability to work a rigorous and flexible schedule
RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES
- Check weather, all applicable NOTAMs where available, and determine fuel, oil, and oxygen requirements
- Ensures the SMS guidelines are followed
- Determine the aircraft weight and balance
- Ensure all flight planning requirements are met
- Ensure aircraft is airworthy, duly registered and the documentation specified in section 3.1.2 is on board the aircraft
- Ensure aircraft crew members have valid licenses, medical certificates, and passports and visas, when required
- Complete aircraft pre-flight inspection before each departure as per the manufacturer’s recommendations
- Make decision necessary to start, delay, or cancel the flight
- Deviate flight from planned route or destination when operating conditions dictate
- Brief passengers in accordance with requirements specified in section 4.18
- Operate aircraft in accordance with operator procedures and aircraft limitations
- Ensure compliance with customs, immigration, and cabotage laws
- Complete all post flight duties, including:
- Notification to Chief Pilot of any deviation from planned itinerary or overnight location or any passenger interaction that is non-standard in a timely fashion
- Ensure aircraft is completely re-stocked for dispatch
- Ensure that aircraft is covered and secure
- Ensure that all aircraft flight data and receipts are recorded accurately and appropriately
- Ensure that aircraft is clean and prepared, to the highest standards, for flight with all provisions on board for the safety and comfort of the passengers
- Record flight times and aircraft defects
- Comply with published standard operating procedures
- Supervise the first officer (Second in Command) in any duties necessary for the safe, smooth, and efficient operation of the aircraft
- Monitor crew performance, share knowledge, and evaluate their potential for advancement
- Special projects or other duties as assigned