Primary Responsibilities:
Assumes command and responsibility for the aircraft, crew and passengers for all phases of flight and is the final authority for the operation of the aircraft (FAR91.3). The PIC may not delegate this authority.
Direct and supervise assigned Crewmembers in the performance of their duties.Ensures the assigned aircraft is airworthy and that all required documents are onboard the aircraft.
Conduct the flight in accordance with all applicable FAR's, ICAO or host country rules and the procedures set forth in the GOM.
Responsible in conjunction with the person exercising first tier operational control, for ensuring that the maintenance and inspection status of the assigned aircraft, as shown in the aircraft dispatch material, is current and that required maintenance actions or inspections will not come due before the planned completion of the flight back to the main maintenance base or other facility where the inspections can be accomplished.
Is responsible for ensuring that MEL deferred maintenance items, if applicable, do not affect the operational capability of the aircraft.
Shall not depart on a flight with a known maintenance discrepancy unless that discrepancy has been cleared; or deferred in accordance with an FAA approved MEL.
Shall not continue a flight if the aircraft is believed to be in an un-airworthy condition.
Refers to the Crew Itinerary to determine the proper FAR status of each flight leg and plans the flight accordingly. ... Continue Reading
2500 hours total time required (essential requirement)
500 hours minimum Multi Engine PIC turbine (essential requirement)
FAA First Class Medical Certificate (essential requirement)
Valid and Current Passport (essential requirement)
Must be fluent in the English language (essential requirement)
A quick upgrade captain will be trained as a first officer, receive a PIC type ride and will be assigned as a first officer for at least 6 months.
They will complete at least 200 flight hours in type before being considered for upgrade. ... Continue Reading
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