HondaJet HA-420 Captain – Nationwide/Remote

✈️ The Opportunity

Thrive Aviation is hiring a skilled Captain to lead safe, efficient operations on the HondaJet HA-420. You’ll be the pilot in command responsible for exceptional decision-making, crew leadership, and customer care—delivering a premium experience while operating in full compliance with FAA regulations and company standards.

🧭 What You’ll Do

• Serve as PIC for ground and in-flight operations, ensuring safety and efficiency at all times.
• Lead assigned flight crews; train and mentor First Officers on aircraft and flight standards.
• Thoroughly complete preflight planning and checklists; verify passenger identification before boarding.
• Anticipate customer needs in a close-quarters environment and consistently exceed expectations.
• Maintain clear, timely communication with crew, dispatch, maintenance, administration, and leadership.
• Operate in full compliance with FAA regulations, Thrive’s GOM, operations specifications, and departmental procedures.
• Adapt to irregular schedules, short-notice calls, and occasional flight cancellations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management or senior leadership.

🧰 Minimum Qualifications

• Total time: 3,000 hours (fixed-wing)
• PIC time: 1,500 hours
• Turbine time: 500 hours
• Certificates: ATP (Unrestricted or Restricted)
• Medical: Current, valid FAA First Class Medical
• Licenses: FCC Radio License
• Travel documents: Valid U.S. passport; eligible for international operations without restrictions
• Residence: Live in, or within approximately two hours of, a major airport

🌟 What Sets You Up for Success

• Proven ability to communicate clearly with customers, crew, and company stakeholders.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment; embraces new challenges.
• Strong leadership presence with a coaching mindset for FO development.
• Meticulous checklist discipline, situational awareness, and sound aeronautical decision-making.
• Professionalism and discretion while working in close quarters with customers and crew.

🧩 Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Operate and interact in a small-cabin environment for extended periods.
• Ability to remain seated for long durations and lift up to 50 lbs without assistance.
• Irregular hours with potential for short-notice flights and cancellations; multi-day trips common.

Compliance with all safety, regulatory, and company operational standards is mandatory.

📨 Ready to Apply?

Bring your expertise to a team that values safety, teamwork, and exceptional service. If you meet the qualifications above, we’d love to hear from you.