About This Role
Solairus Aviation is seeking a full-time Gulfstream G550 Captain for an operation based at KVNY in Van Nuys, California. The role focuses on safe, professional client travel while supporting Solairus Aviation's culture of safety, service, integrity, and high-performance teamwork.
Duties & Responsibilities
- The Captain is responsible for the safe operation of the Gulfstream G550 and for conducting flights safely and prudently. Duties include reviewing the aircraft's maintenance status
- completing a proper pre-flight inspection in accordance with the approved Aircraft Flight Manual
- checking weather and facilities along the route, including alternate airports
- ensuring compliance with Solairus Aviation policies, procedures, and applicable Federal Aviation Regulations
- protecting the safety of passengers, aircraft, and crew
- and accurately completing all trip paperwork in accordance with current procedures.
Requirements
- The qualifications section lists 3,000 hours of total time, 1,500 hours PIC, 1,500 hours MEL, 500 hours MEL PIC, 500 hours of turbojet time, and 250 hours of instrument time.
- The posting specifies a type rating on the Gulfstream G550 or a comparable aircraft, a first-class medical, availability to work on an on-call basis, the ability to complete ICAO international procedures training annually, and a primary residence within a two-hour drive of KVNY or willingness to relocate.