Cessna 172 Captain – Aerial Patrol (West Texas & SE New Mexico)

✈️ The Opportunity

Join a mission-driven team flying low-level patrol in a well-equipped Cessna 172. You’ll log meaningful hours, refine your stick-and-rudder finesse, and operate in dynamic conditions that build true airmanship—without the need for a type rating.

🧭 What You’ll Do

• Conduct routine aerial patrols over West Texas and Southeast New Mexico oilfield corridors.
• Navigate efficiently while maintaining exceptional situational awareness and safety margins.
• Communicate clearly with operations and clients, delivering professional, customer-focused service.
• Operate confidently in variable winds and utilize shorter runways as required by the mission.
• Complete preflight planning, weather analysis, and post-flight reporting to company standards.

🧰 What You’ll Bring

• Current and proficient in a Cessna 172.
• Passionate about providing excellent customer service.
• Willingness to relocate to Midland, TX.
• Comfortable flying in high winds and operating from small runways.
• Safety-oriented mindset with impeccable stick-and-rudder skills and a high level of situational awareness.

🌟 Minimum Requirements

• Total time: 400 hours
• In type (C172): 150 hours
• License: CPL with IR (FAA)
• Medical: Class 1
• Type rating: Not required (training provided)
• Visa: Sponsorship not provided

🏠 Location & Lifestyle

Base yourself in Midland, TX—a hub for the region’s energy sector and your launch point for patrols across West Texas and SE New Mexico. Take advantage of affordable company housing in a corporate apartment, with your own private room.

📨 How to Apply

Ready to build time and elevate your airmanship? Submit your application highlighting your C172 currency, total and in-type hours, and CPL/IR details. Qualified candidates will be contacted with next steps and training information.

Only applicants eligible to work without sponsorship and meeting the stated minimums will be considered.