Chief Pilot / Captain - King Air / Cessna 310 - Huntington, Indiana

Company/Organization: Patriot Aviation

Position: Pilot-Fixed Wing

Job Type: Permanent

Posted: 6/10/2026 3:02:43 AM

Description:

Patriot Air Charter is seeking a Chief Pilot / Captain to lead our Part 135 flight operations while serving as an active line pilot. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for regulatory compliance, pilot standardization, and day-to-day flight operations. This position will primarily operate the Beechcraft King Air series and Cessna 310 aircraft in a dynamic, real-world mission environment including cargo, organ transport, AOG support, and passenger flights.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Chief Pilot Duties:

• Maintain compliance with 14 CFR Part 119 & 135
• Serve as liaison with the FAA
• Oversee pilot hiring, onboarding, and training programs
• Maintain pilot records, qualifications, and currency tracking
• Standardize SOPs and ensure operational consistency
• Conduct check rides, line checks, and proficiency evaluations
• Assist with development of company manuals and procedures
• Participate in safety management and operational decision-making Flight Operations
• Act as PIC in single-pilot Part 135 operations
• Conduct a mix of: passenger flights, cargo operations, orgran transplant flights, AOG/priority logistics
• Maintain high standards of safety, professionalism, and customer service
• Participate in on-call rotation schedule

SCHEDULE & LIFESTYLE:

• 5-on / 2-off (M-F Typically unless needed for a scheduled trip on the weekend)
• The Chief Pilot will mostly be working in the office or taking scheduled King Air / Cessna 310 flights. Some on-call duty structure may also be required.
• Mix of day and night operations *Home base: Huntington, IN (relocation preferred)

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

Salary Range:

• $110,000 – $140,000 base salary (depending on experience) Additional Compensation
• Can pick up additional pay for off duty trips or evening callouts
• Retention / Performance Bonus tied to safety and reliability metrics Benefits
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 3% IRA match
• PTO + holiday rotation
• Training provided (King Air initial & recurrent)
• Travel expenses covered Relocation Assistance

WHY JOIN PATRIOT AIR CHARTER?:

• Growing Part 135 operation with expanding turbine fleet
• Opportunity to help shape company direction and culture
• Real operational flying (not just sitting reserve)
• Leadership role with direct impact on operations

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Commericial Pilot Certificate
• Meets Part 135 Chief Pilot requirements (3 years 121/135 experience in the last 6 years if first time being a Chief Pilot)
• 3000 TT minimum
• 1000 Multi
• Current Second-Class Medical
• Strong knowledge of Part 135 operations and compliance
• Prior leadership or training experience preferred PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
• Previous Chief Pilot or Assistant Chief Pilot experience
• Turbine time (King Air experience highly preferred)
• Experience in single-pilot IFR operations
• Cargo / on-demand / air ambulance experience
• Garmin avionics familiarity (G600TXi, GTN750Xi, etc.)
• Strong organizational and communication skills

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