Chief Pilot

Privateflite Aviation LLC • Sellersburg, IN

91d

About The Position

The Chief Pilot (CP) reports directly to the Director of Operations (DO) and is responsible for the supervision, performance, and regulatory compliance of all flight crewmembers. The CP must meet the qualifications outlined in 14 CFR §119.71(b) at the time of appointment and maintain eligibility throughout tenure. Authorized to exercise Operational Control under 14 CFR §135.77, the CP ensures that flight operations are conducted safely, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable regulations and company procedures. While certain duties may be delegated, the CP retains full responsibility and authority for all functions assigned to the position. The CP must demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the General Operations Manual, FAA regulations, Operations Specifications, aircraft flight manuals, and all operational guidance relevant to the role.

Requirements

• Must hold a valid Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate with appropriate ratings for aircraft operated.
• Must be qualified to serve as Pilot-in-Command in at least one aircraft used by the certificate holder.
• Minimum of 3 years PIC experience within the past 6 years under Part 121 or Part 135 operations if serving as Chief Pilot for the first time.
• Minimum of 3 years PIC experience under Part 121 or Part 135 if previously served as Chief Pilot.
• Demonstrated understanding of FAA regulations, Operations Specifications, and company manuals.
• Must be eligible to exercise Operational Control under 14 CFR §135.77.

Nice To Haves

• Prior supervisory or managerial experience in flight operations or crew training.
• Previous designation as a Check Airman under 14 CFR §§135.293, 135.297, or 135.299.
• Experience designing or managing pilot training programs, including standardization and recurrent training.
• Familiarity with AFM revision services and manufacturer bulletins; ability to evaluate and integrate updates into operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting, crew advisories, and coordination with the DO and FAA.
• Proficiency with scheduling software, flight tracking systems, and document management platforms.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement in flight operations.

Responsibilities

• Directs all initial, recurrent, and upgrade training activities for flight crew members in accordance with company policies and FAA requirements.
• Coordinates operational policies and training matters with relevant departments including safety, maintenance, sales, flight control, and training to ensure alignment and compliance.
• Ensures crew standardization through regular evaluation, feedback, and corrective action as needed.
• Audits aircraft documentation to verify that current required documentation (e.g., registration, airworthiness certificate, AFM) is onboard and accessible.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date proficiency records, flight schedules, operational reports, and correspondence related to flight operations.
• Submits all required reports pertaining to flight crew activities to the Director of Operations (DO) in a timely manner.
• Exercises Operational Control under 14 CFR §135.77, except when assigned as a required flight crewmember on a given flight, in which case release authority must be delegated.
• Schedules flight crew members and establishes duty hours in accordance with FAA flight duty limitations and company policy.
• Designates and oversees sufficient check airmen to meet the ongoing checking requirements of 14 CFR §§135.293, 135.297, and 135.299.
• Maintains a subscription to the Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM) revision service and/or manufacturer bulletins for each aircraft typed owned and/or operated by the company.
• Reviews all updates to the AFM and evaluates their applicability to organizational operations.
• Disseminates relevant revisions and procedural changes to affected flight crew members.
• In collaboration with the Director of Training, incorporates applicable updates into the aircraft training program and ensures training materials reflect current operational guidance.
• Maintains proficiency and qualifications as a Pilot-in-Command (PIC) in accordance with 14 CFR §119.71, including currency in at least one aircraft type operated by the certificate holder.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time