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Aviation Charter Inc.

King Air Captain (Part 135) – Home‑Based, 8 On/6 Off

King Air Captain (Part 135) – Home‑Based, 8 On/6 Off

  • Company: Aviation Charter Inc. (Family-owned since 1989)
  • Location: Eden Prairie, Minnesota (Twin Cities, home-based)
  • Fleet: King Air 90, King Air 200, Beechjet 400A (transition opportunities)
  • Operations: Part 135 Air Charter
  • Schedule: 8 on / 6 off, minimal hotel nights (less than two per month on average)
  • Compensation: Starting salary $103,500 + per diem
  • Team: Cohesive group of ~30 pilots

✈️ The Opportunity

Join a trusted, family-owned charter operator where safety, professionalism, and quality of life take flight together. Aviation Charter Inc. is hiring experienced Pilots in Command to operate our King Air fleet with internal pathways to the Beechjet 400A. Enjoy a predictable 8 on/6 off roster, home-based operations in the Twin Cities, and very limited overnights—while flying for a company that has proudly served clients since 1989.

🧭 What You’ll Do

  • Serve as Pilot in Command on King Air 90 and King Air 200 charter missions; opportunities to transition to Beechjet 400A.
  • Conduct thorough pre-flight planning, inspections, and safety checks.
  • Lead cockpit operations and apply strong Crew Resource Management (CRM) principles.
  • Engage professionally with customers to deliver an exceptional charter experience.
  • Maintain accurate flight logs, paperwork, and required documentation.
  • Operate in full compliance with Part 135 air carrier regulations and company SOPs.

🧰 What You Bring

  • Certificates & Medical: Valid ATP and First Class Medical.
  • Flight Time: Minimum 2,500 hours total time and 1,000 hours multi-engine land (MEL).
  • Experience: Turbojet/turboprop proficiency.
  • Travel Ready: Current U.S. passport.
  • Interpersonal: Excellent personal and customer service skills; collaborative crew mindset.

🌟 What You’ll Enjoy

  • Competitive starting salary of $103,500 annually
  • Per diem allowance
  • Paid time off and holidays off
  • Medical, dental, and life insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Home-based operations in the Twin Cities
  • Minimal hotel nights (typically less than two per month)
  • Internal transition opportunities to Beechjet 400A

📍 Schedule & Base

Roster: 8 days on / 6 days off. Base: Eden Prairie, Minnesota (Twin Cities), with home-based operations designed to keep you close to home when not flying.

📨 How to Stand Out

Demonstrate a safety-first mindset, solid multi-engine turbine experience, and a passion for customer service. If you’re ready to captain a well-maintained fleet with a supportive, tight-knit team, we’d love to hear from you.

All employment offers are contingent upon meeting company and regulatory requirements.