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Ameristar Air Cargo, Inc.

DC‑9 Cargo Captain – On‑Demand Operations (Addison, TX)

✈️ DC‑9 Cargo Captain – On‑Demand Operations

Ameristar Air Cargo is hiring experienced DC‑9 Captains to fly time‑critical, unscheduled freight missions. If you hold an FAA ATP with an unrestricted turbojet type rating (DC‑9/MD‑80 preferred) and thrive in a dynamic, go‑anywhere cargo environment, this is your seat.

  • Employer: Ameristar Air Cargo
  • Location: Addison, TX
  • Aircraft: McDonnell Douglas DC‑9 (MD‑80 type preferred)
  • Operation: Unscheduled, on‑demand freight
  • License: FAA ATP / ATPL

🧭 What you’ll do

  • Command DC‑9 cargo flights supporting rapid, on‑demand freight transportation.
  • Exercise PIC authority to deliver safe, compliant operations under applicable FARs.
  • Plan and execute missions efficiently, adapting to changing schedules, routes, and weather.
  • Lead and coordinate with flight crews, dispatch, and ground teams to meet time‑critical objectives.
  • Maintain currency, proficiency, and professional standards through training and checks.

🧰 What you’ll bring

  • FAA ATP certificate with an unrestricted turbojet type rating (DC‑9/MD‑80 preferred).
  • Minimum 3,000 hours total flight time.
  • Minimum 500 hours turbojet time.
  • FAR Part 121 experience preferred.
  • FCC Radio License.
  • Current First Class Medical Certificate.
  • Computer literacy (preferred).
  • Must not have reached 65th birthday (per FAA age requirements).
  • Current passport.
  • Currently authorized to work in the United States (no relocation or visa sponsorship offered).
  • Ability to successfully complete TSA security and PRIA background checks.
  • Willingness to enter into a training agreement.

🌟 What to expect

  • Unscheduled, time‑critical cargo flying with diverse routings and rapid launch timelines.
  • Collaborative, safety‑first culture with high operational standards.
  • Structured training, checking, and standardization, subject to a training agreement.
  • No relocation or visa sponsorship; US work authorization is required.

📨 How to stand out

  • Recent DC‑9/MD‑80 type experience and Part 121 time.
  • Strong decision‑making in dynamic, on‑demand operations.
  • Clear, professional communication with crews and operations control.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of TSA and PRIA background checks and maintaining all required certificates and medicals.