Beechcraft 1900 First Officer (Type-Rated) – Africa Rotations

✈️ Beechcraft 1900 First Officer Opportunity

Step into a permanent, type-rated First Officer role on the Beechcraft 1900 with extensive rotations across Africa (6–12 weeks). Build valuable multi-engine time, sharpen your skills in diverse operating environments, and contribute to a disciplined, safety-first flight operation.

Employment: Permanent
Aircraft: Beechcraft 1900
Position: First Officer
Type rating: Required (current on B1900)
Travel/Rotation: Willing to travel for extended periods (6–12 weeks) across Africa
License: CPL, IR, ME — Open to ICAO licence holders
Medical: Class 2
ICAO ELP: Level 4+
Visa sponsorship: Provided

🧭 What you’ll do

Operate the Beechcraft 1900 safely and efficiently as First Officer under multi-crew procedures.
Conduct thorough flight planning, performance calculations, and route assessments for varied African airfields.
Execute SOPs, checklist discipline, and robust CRM across all phases of flight.
Manage navigation and avionics, radio communications, and sterile cockpit standards in busy or remote environments.
Support risk management, safety reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Maintain accurate records, currency, and compliance with company and regulatory requirements.

🧰 Minimum requirements

Total time: 500 hours
Multi-engine: 250 hours
In-type (B1900): 10 hours
Current type rating on Beechcraft 1900
Valid CPL / IR / ME (ICAO)
Medical: Class 2
ICAO English Language Proficiency: Level 4 or higher
Willing and able to travel extensively within Africa on 6–12 week rotations

🌟 Preferred experience

Pro Line 21 or Pro Line Fusion endorsement
G1000 endorsement
Recent multi-crew, multi-engine turbine operations
Comfort operating into remote or austere locations

💡 Why this role

Permanent position with visa sponsorship support
Broaden your experience across diverse routes, weather, and airfields
Safety-driven culture with strong SOPs and CRM focus
Grow responsibilities as your time and proficiency increase

📨 How to apply

Ready to take the right seat? Submit your application including:

Current CV and flight time breakdown (TT, MEL, in-type)
Copies of licence (ICAO), medical, B1900 type rating, and last proficiency check
Two professional references
Your earliest availability and rotation preferences

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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