Overview
The Praetor 500 Captain leads a three-pilot Part 135 operation based at PWK in Wheeling, Illinois. The programme primarily flies domestic and North American charter missions, with approximately 400 to 450 annual flight hours and a typical two-weeks-on, one-week-off schedule, subject to operational needs. The PIC has final authority for aircraft safety and manages flight planning, crew coordination, regulatory compliance and passenger service.
Responsibilities
Plan weather, routing, fuel and aircraft readiness. Lead CRM and mentor First Officers. Manage operational risk, passenger service and post-flight records in accordance with FAA rules and company manuals.
Requirements
- Official Required or Preferred Qualifications section lists minimum 5,000 total hours, 2,500 PIC, 2,500 MEL with 1,500 MEL PIC, 2,000 turbine and 500 instrument. ATP with multi-engine land rating and current first-class medical required. FCC permit preferred; Part 135 experience highly desirable. Praetor 500 rating attracts a sign-on bonus.
Benefits
Published salary range USD 180,000–200,000 per year, potential type-rating sign-on bonus, medical and retirement benefits, paid time off and professional support programmes subject to eligibility.
