Pacific Coastal Airlines

Saab 340 Direct Entry Captain

Vancouver (YVR South, Richmond), Canada / North America

Position
Captain
Aircraft
Saab 340
Total time
2000+ hrs
Authority
Transport Canada
Type rating
Not confirmed

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Overview

Command the Saab 340 from Vancouver International Airport’s South Terminal. The airline guarantees at least 80 flight credits per month and caps its monthly schedule at 18 duty periods. Commuting within the network may be available with approval during hiring.

Responsibilities

- Exercise command responsibility with safety-first operational decision making.
- Lead crew coordination, briefings, and SOP-compliant flight operations.
- Maintain effective threat-and-error management throughout each duty.

Requirements

  • At least 2,000 total flight hours, 1,000 PIC hours and 1,000 hours of relevant multi-engine, multi-crew, IFR or turbine experience in the listed operating categories. A valid Canadian ATPL and Category 1 medical are required. Applicants must qualify for a Restricted Area Identity Card, have the right to work in Canada and be able to travel to and from the United States without restrictions.

Benefits

Compensation: CAD $81,600–118,000 starting base per year

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