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**Job Description** Survival Flight is accepting resumes for a full-time Helicopter Air Ambulance (HAA) Pilot position flying a Bell 407 at our base in ####, #####. We are certain that you will find a home amongst our family of aviation professionals, world class medical providers, and skilled mechanics. Together, you will be part of a team that leverages skill and experience to SAFELY deliver next level care to those in need with speed and purpose. **Pilot Incentives:** - Starting base salary $82,000 to $92,000, adjusted for experience - $15,000 sign-on bonus to be paid immediately upon completion of new hire training - $25,000 retention bonus to be paid out during the first 24 months of employment - 7/7 or 14/14 schedule, depending on location - Off duty and **away from base** pilot housing provided - Annual aviation medical exam reimbursement - Mileage/per-diem/travel pay for work over shifts - $15,000 pilot referral bonus Required Experience: - 2000 hours total flight time (preferred) - 1500 hours helicopter PIC time - 500 hours turbine time - 100 hours unaided or 50 hours unaided with 100 hours aided - 500 cross-country time Preferred Experience: - NVG Experience - HAA Experience - Bell 206/407 Experience - ATP Certificate - Bachelor's Degree Education/Certifications: - Commercial Helicopter with Instrument Rating - Current class 1 or 2 medical - High School Diploma or equivalent Other: - US work authorization Benefits: - 401(k) - Dental insurance - Employee assistance program - Health insurance - Health savings account - Paid time off - Vision insurance
Salary estimate
$90,000 – $110,000/yr
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