King Air B350 Captain
About the role
Special Missions King Air B350 Captain
Our Special Missions division delivers specialist aviation services to the UK Government and industry customers. We deliver a next-generation Search and Rescue contract which operates 24/7/365 out of Prestwick, Humberside and Newquay.
About the role:
We are looking for a Prestwick-based Captain to join our growing team to help us deliver this exciting contract. The flying will be varied and challenging, this is not your average A to B aviation job. Your duties will include the delivery of specialist surveillance tasks within the UK and neighbouring States. Our Aircraft are often deployed on life-saving Search and Rescue (SAR) missions across the UK. Your expertise will help ensure our aircraft are mission-ready, contributing directly to the protection of lives in critical situations.
Captains will fly the King Air B350 with a First Officer multi-pilot, on day and night shifts. Each crew will also have a Sensor Operator on board, who manages the sensors and mission equipment.
Requirements
- Class 1 medical
- UK CPL (or ATPL) with IR
- 1500 + total flying hours (Including 750 PIC, 100 IR and 100 Night)
- At least 100 hours on King Air Series aircraft (or equivalent, at the discretion of the Director of Flight Operations)
- Relevant experience in a similar setting (military, police, coastguard)
- Proven experience in taking a lead pilot/managerial role in a forward operating base.
- A current King Air 350 type rating is highly desirable, but not essential as training will be provided.
- In addition, applicants must already have, or have the ability to obtain, UK Security Clearance and hold a valid UK Driving Licence.
Package highlights
- Stable roster using four on and four off shifts, which will include nights.
- Competitive base salary and SAR shift allowance.
- Generous holiday allowance
- Private health care
- Group Life Insurance
- Salary sacrifice electric car scheme
- Company pension.
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