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Lead Captain – Gulfstream G650 (Dallas, KDAL) | Corporate Wings
Lead Captain – Gulfstream G650 (Dallas, KDAL) | Corporate Wings
Join Corporate Wings, a boutique aircraft management leader with 40+ years of excellence and a passion for safety and service. We’re seeking a Dallas-based Lead Captain to helm a Gulfstream G650 on an on-demand Part 91 operation—combining precision flying, concierge-level hospitality, and team leadership.
✈️ The Opportunity
As the G650 Lead Captain, you’ll deliver technically flawless, safe transportation while setting the tone for a refined, personalized passenger experience. You’ll act as the primary passenger liaison from FBO arrival through final destination, and guide, mentor, and develop the pilot team assigned to this aircraft.
🧭 What You’ll Lead & Do
- Execute all assigned flight schedules safely and efficiently in accordance with FAA, ICAO, and manufacturer guidance.
- Manage pilot duty rosters and training schedules; approve monthly expense reports; conduct annual performance evaluations.
- Coordinate with additional flight crew and company personnel; mentor, counsel, and develop teammates to maximize their potential.
- Partner with the Client Service Manager on aircraft schedule changes; secure company input/approvals on operational, personnel, and administrative matters and pilot‑relief needs.
- Plan and fly maintenance-test, training, and other flights outside the client’s normal scheduling protocol.
- Personally welcome passengers; provide thorough trip briefings, confirm itineraries, offer weather updates, and explain any changes—serving as the key liaison throughout the journey.
- Deliver impeccable inflight service; responsibly manage alcohol and catering; carefully load, stow, and secure baggage.
- Protect cabin integrity by cleaning, organizing, and stocking prior to each trip; flex to take on additional duties as mission needs evolve.
🧰 What You’ll Bring
- Residence: Live within two hours of KDAL (Dallas Love Field).
- License: FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) — unrestricted.
- Medical: Current First Class Medical; unrestricted ability to travel worldwide.
- Experience: 5,000+ total hours, including 2,500+ hours as PIC.
- Type Rating: Gulfstream G650.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Working knowledge of FAR Parts 91, 91K, and 135; ICAO and international operations.
- Availability: Varying day/night operations on weekdays, weekends, and holidays; able to manage rest and remain flight‑ready during tour.
- Service Presence: Neat, well‑groomed, and service‑oriented with strong, positive passenger interaction skills.
- Decision‑making: Quick, accurate judgment with meticulous attention to technical and hospitality details.
- Bonus: FAA A&P or Aircraft Maintenance Engineer license (preferred, not required).
🌟 Why Corporate Wings
- 40+ years of boutique aircraft management; inaugural member of the Directional Aviation portfolio.
- Fanatical attention to detail with safety as the number‑one priority.
- Supportive, close‑knit team operating a Dallas‑based G650.
- Long‑term relationships with colleagues, vendors, and clients are central to how we operate.
🧾 Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary with opportunities for growth.
- World‑class health benefits; healthcare premiums that have remained the same for the past seven years.
- 401(k) with a competitive employer match.
- Company‑paid health and wellness program.
- Educational assistance.
- Pet insurance.
- And so much more.
📨 Ready for Wheels Up?
Bring your G650 leadership to a team that prizes precision flying and concierge‑level hospitality. If you meet the requirements and live within two hours of KDAL, we’d love to hear from you.
Corporate Wings management HQ: Cuyahoga County Airport, Richmond Heights, Ohio. This role supports a Dallas‑based managed aircraft.

