EC130 (VFR) Pilot at Air Methods

Compensation

$82,900 – $93,251/yr

Location: Russell Springs, Kentucky
Type: Full-time
Posted: Jan 5, 2026

Description

Air Methods is seeking an exceptional pilot to ensure aircraft and weather conditions are airworthy to transport medical crew and patients within an assigned operational area. The pilot will be responsible for compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM), General Operations Manual guidelines (GOM), and Air Methods policies and procedures. This role involves operating aircraft safely, completing pre-flight checks, and making final decisions regarding aircraft operations and safety.

Required Skills

Flight Operations
Pre-flight Checks
Flight Planning
Rotor Wing Turbine
Visual Flight Rules

Additional Information

Minimum Education: Associate's degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school. Bachelor's degree preferred.
Required Previous Experiences: 2 to 5 years of related experience and/or training
2,000 total flight hours with a minimum of 1,500 flight hours in category
1000 hours PIC in category
500 hours of rotor wing turbine time
200 hours of cross-country flight time, at least 50 hours of which were at night
100 hours unaided night as PIC
50 hours total actual or hood instrument time in flight and in category
Pilots must have flown in category for a commercial operator or in the military within the previous 24 months

About Air Methods

Air Methods

air ambulance servicesCO, US1001-5000

Our air ambulance services help 100,000+ people every year with lifesaving transport. With industry-leading clinical training and flight safety, we're ready for the call 24/7.