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Solairus Aviation

Gulfstream G650ER Captain – Van Nuys (KVNY)

Gulfstream G650ER Captain – Van Nuys (KVNY)

Location: Van Nuys, California, United States
Employment: Full-time
Operator: Solairus Aviation
Aircraft: Gulfstream G650ER
Home Base: KVNY
Schedule: On-call; operational flexibility required

✈️ The Opportunity

Solairus Aviation is seeking a full-time Captain to join a Gulfstream G650ER operation based at KVNY in Van Nuys, California. You will command one of the world’s premier long-range business jets—operating safely and prudently while protecting passengers, crew, and equipment—and ensure every mission is executed to the highest professional standard.

🧭 Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as Pilot in Command for G650ER operations, ensuring safety and compliance on every flight.
  • Review aircraft maintenance status and records prior to departure.
  • Perform thorough preflight inspections in accordance with the approved Aircraft Flight Manual.
  • Evaluate weather, NOTAMs, facilities, route conditions, and destination/alternate airports.
  • Plan and conduct flights in full compliance with Solairus Aviation policies, procedures, and applicable Federal Aviation Regulations.
  • Uphold the highest standards of safety, security, and customer care for passengers, aircraft, and crew.
  • Accurately complete all required flight, maintenance, weather, and trip documentation.

🧰 Qualifications & Experience

  • Total Time: 3,000+ hours
  • PIC Time: 1,500+ hours (including 500+ hours MEL PIC)
  • Multi-Engine Land: 1,500+ hours
  • Turbojet: 500+ hours
  • Instrument: 250+ hours
  • Type Rating: Gulfstream G650ER (or comparable aircraft)
  • Medical: Current FAA First-Class
  • Annual completion of ICAO International Procedures training.
  • Availability to work on an on-call basis.
  • Primary residence within a two-hour drive of KVNY, or willingness to relocate.

🌍 Operations & Standards

As Captain, you will champion a culture of safety, professionalism, and meticulous planning—integrating maintenance status, weather, and route intelligence into every decision while ensuring strict adherence to Solairus procedures and all applicable FARs.

📨 How to Apply

If you meet the qualifications and are ready to lead G650ER missions from Van Nuys, please submit your application and credentials through Solairus Aviation’s careers process.