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SA227 Metroliner Captain – Turboprop Cargo Operations
✈️ Lead the Line as an SA227 Metroliner Captain
Join a high-reliability turboprop cargo operation and take command of the Fairchild Swearingen SA227 Metroliner. This permanent role is ideal for a hands-on aviator who thrives in dynamic environments, values precision, and is ready to elevate their career. No type rating? No problem—aircraft training is provided.
🧭 Role Snapshot
- Aircraft: SA227 Metroliner (Turboprop Cargo)
- Operation: Multi-engine turboprop cargo operations
- Type Rating: Not required — training provided
- Visa Sponsorship: Not provided
🧰 Minimum Flight Requirements
- 1,500 hours total time
- 1,000 hours PIC
- 500 hours multi-engine
🧭 Flight Time Notes
- 500 hours cross-country
- 100 hours night
- SA227 or similar turboprop experience; TPE331 exposure preferred
📜 Licenses, Medical & Clearances
- Licenses (FAA): CPL, IR, ME
- Medical: Class 1
- FCC Radiotelephone Operator Permit
- Current passport
- Current driver license
- Ability to obtain an airport SIDA badge
- Successful completion of pre-employment DOT drug screening and other required background checks
🌟 Preferred Experience
- Part 135 or 121 experience
- Familiarity with company aircraft (SA227)
- Previous cargo operations experience
🧭 What You’ll Do
- Serve as PIC of the SA227 Metroliner, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient operations
- Plan and execute flights across varied weather and operational environments
- Perform accurate performance planning, weight and balance, and fuel management
- Coordinate effectively with dispatch, maintenance, and ground operations
- Uphold SOPs and company safety standards while delivering on-time performance
🗓 Schedule & Work Conditions
- Ability to work weekends, holidays, and various shifts
- Overtime and after-hour call-outs may be occasionally required
🎓 Training & Development
- Type rating not required — comprehensive aircraft training provided
- Ongoing recurrent training to maintain peak proficiency
📨 Ready to Apply?
Bring your turboprop expertise and leadership to a role where precision and professionalism are valued. If you meet the minimum requirements, we’d love to hear from you.