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Morningstar Air Express

ATR 72 First Officer — Calgary (YYC) | Morningstar Air Express

✈️ Join Morningstar Air Express as an ATR 72 First Officer

Morningstar Air Express, the premier Canadian carrier for FedEx Canada, is hiring ATR 72 First Officers for our Calgary (YYC) base. This is a permanent opportunity to fly a proven regional freighter in a professional, safety-first cargo operation. Non-type rated candidates are welcome—full type training is provided.

  • Company: Morningstar Air Express
  • Role: ATR 72 First Officer
  • Employment: Permanent
  • Base: Calgary (YYC)
  • Operation: FedEx Canada network (cargo)
  • Type Rating: Not required — training provided (NTR)

🧭 The Mission

As an ATR 72 First Officer, you will support the Captain in delivering safe, efficient, and on-time cargo operations within the FedEx Canada network. You’ll apply disciplined airmanship, exceptional CRM, and strong procedural compliance to every phase of flight in Western Canada’s dynamic operating environment.

  • Execute all flight phases in accordance with company SOPs, Transport Canada regulations, and aircraft limitations.
  • Participate in thorough preflight planning, performance calculations, and weight-and-balance for cargo operations.
  • Maintain high standards of situational awareness, checklist discipline, and crew coordination.
  • Collaborate with dispatch, ramp, and FedEx partners to ensure reliable, time-critical movements.
  • Champion a safety-first culture, including robust threat and error management and sound decision-making.
  • Manage operations in diverse conditions, including night and winter operations common to the region.
  • Complete post-flight documentation and maintain training and currency requirements.

🧰 What You Bring

  • Total Time: 1000 hours minimum
  • License: TCCA licence with IATRA and IR
  • Medical: Class 1
  • Language: ICAO ELP Level 4 or higher
  • Type Rating: Not required — training provided on the ATR 72

🧾 Additional Requirements

  • Ability to obtain an airport RAIC (Restricted Area Identity Card)
  • Valid passport
  • Valid driver’s licence
  • IATRA written and passed within the previous 2 years
  • Open to TCCA licence holders

Note: Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada and meet all regulatory requirements for flight crew.

🌟 Why This Role

  • Permanent, Calgary-based position with a respected Canadian cargo operator
  • Structured ATR 72 training program — excellent pathway for NTR pilots
  • Operate within a disciplined, professional environment supporting the FedEx Canada network
  • Be part of a safety-driven team that values precision, reliability, and teamwork

📨 How to Apply

Ready to take the right seat on the ATR 72 in Calgary? Submit your application with the following:

  • Current résumé/CV outlining total time and multi-crew experience
  • Copy of TCCA licence, medical, and IATRA results
  • Proof of IR, ICAO ELP level, and passport

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with next steps.