Helicopter Line Pilot IFR

About the role

Life Flight operates eight SPIFR EC145’s and one BK117C1. The position offers a $25,000 bonus for pilots, a very competitive salary and benefit package, and relocation assistance reviewed case‑by‑case. Pilots earn 1.5× base salary for extra shifts, with additional financial incentives for extra shifts. The pilot‑in‑command is responsible for the safe and efficient conduct of flight assignments related to the conveyance of patients needing emergency services, processing assignments from the Life Flight Communications Center, and accepting or declining flights based on weather or other safety factors.

Responsibilities

• Plan flight assignments and obtain briefing information regarding purpose, weather, operating procedures, and special instructions.
• Conduct a start‑of‑shift briefing with assigned medical, communications, and ground personnel.
• Ensure the aircraft is prepared pre‑flight per the General Operating Manual: inspected, loaded, equipped, fueled, and staffed.
• Supervise and assist loading and distribution of cargo and passengers; verify weight and balance is within prescribed limitations.
• Ensure cargo is properly secured and emergency equipment are aboard.
• File, activate, and close flight plans.
• Ensure proper completion of flight logs, records, and maintenance forms.
• Check the aircraft discrepancy log prior to flight; confirm all discrepancies are corrected or properly deferred.
• Log all mechanical discrepancies as they occur and inform maintenance personnel.
• Notify the Life Flight Communications Center of the service status of the aircraft.
• Participate in post‑flight debriefings.
• Keep navigation charts current and up to date.
• Maintain proficiency as Pilot‑in‑Command and in SPIFR operations.

Requirements

• FAA commercial pilot with instrument rating.
• 2000 hours total time, or 1500 hours total time with ATP rating.
• 1500 hours helicopter time.
• 75 hours helicopter Pilot‑in‑Command time.
• At least 50 hours of actual instrument time (75 hours actual or simulated instrument time, with ≥50 hours actual).
• 1000 hours helicopter turbine time.
• 500 hours cross‑country time.
• 100 hours night flight time.
• Current Federal Aviation Administration Class II Flight Physical required.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) – required.
• Minimum of 1 year related work experience – preferred.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Employee may not exceed 250 lbs in weight while wearing flight gear.
• Exposure to non‑conventional motion, noise, vibration, jet fumes, extreme temperatures, loud aircraft noise, fumes, gases, odors, dust particles, and mechanical/electrical hazards.
• Travel may be required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance that starts day one of employment.
• Relocation assistance for eligible candidates.
• Up to $5,000 tuition reimbursement per year.
• Three medical plan choices, with options to save via flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA).
• Company‑paid life insurance, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability.
• Competitive 401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions starting day one.
• PTO plan that allows you to earn more time quickly.
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve health and earn incentives.
• Family‑friendly support: adoption assistance, paid parental leave, paid military leave, and a free care.com membership with discounted backup care.

Pay

• $25,000 bonus for pilots.
• Very competitive base salary.
• 1.5× base salary for extra shifts.
• Additional financial incentives for extra shifts.

Schedule

7 days on, 7 days off.

Skills

• Interpersonal communication.
• Leads others.