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Cessna 208 Caravan Captain – Alaska Operations (Training Provided)

Cessna 208 Caravan Captain

Join a mission-driven team flying essential routes across Alaska’s vast and rugged terrain. Lead safe, reliable operations in the Cessna 208 Caravan with company-provided type training (NTR) and a permanent roster.

  • Employment: Permanent
  • Type Rating: Not required — training provided (NTR)
  • Accepted Licenses: FAA
  • Medical: Class 2
  • Additional: Non-smoker
  • Visa sponsorship: Not provided

✈️ The Opportunity

As a Caravan Captain, you’ll operate single-pilot VFR/IFR flights, connecting remote communities and supporting critical logistics in one of aviation’s most rewarding environments. Expect purposeful flying, real-world decision-making, and the chance to hone your skills in dynamic weather and terrain.

🧭 What You’ll Do

  • Command Cessna 208 Caravan operations with uncompromising focus on safety and compliance.
  • Plan and execute flights, including performance calculations, weight and balance, fuel planning, and route selection for remote strips and regional airports.
  • Apply sound airmanship in variable Alaska weather and challenging terrain, exercising strong ADM and CRM in single-pilot operations.
  • Complete thorough preflight/postflight inspections and ensure accurate technical logs and reports.
  • Provide professional, community-focused service while safeguarding cargo and passenger needs.

🧰 Minimum Requirements

  • License: FAA CPL required
  • Total Time: 2000 hours
  • Flight Experience: 500 hours of Alaska flying, or one season of Alaska flying/living experience
  • Type Rating: Not required — training provided
  • Medical: FAA Class 2
  • Additional Requirement: Non-smoker

NTR = No Type Rating required. C208 training provided for qualified candidates.

🌟 Preferred Qualifications

  • Total Time: 3000+ hours
  • Alaska Experience: 1000 hours, or two seasons of Alaska flying/living experience
  • Credential: ATP License
  • Aircraft Time: Cessna 208/Caravan time preferred

🧰 Training & Support

We provide comprehensive C208 differences/aircraft training and company SOP/operational indoctrination to set you up for success in Alaska operations.

📨 How to Apply

Submit your resume and a concise hours breakdown (PIC, total time, IFR, multi if applicable, and Alaska/Caravan time). Please note your license/medical class, current base, availability, and whether you meet the Alaska experience criteria above.