First Officer (Cessna 402) – LIFT Academy Pathway to Cape Air

As a Cape Air First Officer on the Cessna 402, you’ll operate under Part 135 in a high-engagement, safety-first environment. You are administratively responsible to the Chief Pilot (C402) and functionally to the PIC on assigned flights. This is an in-training role designed to build the proficiency and leadership required to upgrade to PIC, with delegated duties increasing as you progress.

• Operate safely and professionally through all phases of flight; maintain vigilance and minimize distractions.
• Support the PIC and assume responsibilities as delegated, increasing with demonstrated proficiency toward upgrade.
• In the event of PIC incapacitation, assume command as SIC, conduct the flight to a suitable landing, and immediately notify System Operations Control (SOC).
• Maintain working knowledge of company manuals, FAA regulations, Operations Specifications, and aircraft flight manuals.
• Ensure compliance with FAR 135.265 and applicable operating requirements.
• Complete additional duties as assigned by the Chief Pilot and company leadership.

• Current FAA Commercial Multi-Engine with Instrument Rating (CPL with MEI).
• Current FAA First Class Medical.
• Successful training record review.
• LIFT students may apply after enrollment using their @flywithlift.com email address.

• Total Time: 500 hours minimum (1,000 hours preferred)
• Cross-Country (point-to-point): 100 hours
• Night: 25 hours
• Instrument: 25 hours
• Multi-Engine: 25 hours (preferred)

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Graduation from an AABI-accredited aviation program preferred.

Start as a Cape Air First Officer, build competitive multi-engine and Part 135 experience, upgrade to Captain, and access a defined pathway to Republic Airways through the LIFT Academy flow program.

LIFT Academy students and graduates: apply using your @flywithlift.com email address. Ensure your application reflects the required hours and includes your training record for review.