About This Role
Reliable Airlines (the airline arm of Reliable Robotics) is a Part 135 cargo feeder operator based in Albuquerque, NM, operating for a major cargo carrier since June 2022. This is a Caravan Captain / Part 135 Line Pilot role flying single-pilot IFR cargo feeder operations on the Cessna C208 Caravan, reporting directly to the Chief Pilot. Compensation is listed at $75K-$100K plus equity, full-time, with up to 75% travel. As Pilot in Command the role conducts each flight in compliance with FAA regulations, aircraft limitations, and company procedures, and monitors cargo loading and weight & balance before each flight.
Duties & Responsibilities
- In your role as Part 135 Line Pilot, you will operate with the highest regard for safety, compliance, and customer service.
- Your role will be critical in ensuring each flight is conducted in full compliance of all applicable FAA regulations, aircraft limitations, and company procedures.
- As the Pilot in Command, you will be responsible to monitor the loading of cargo and ensure a comprehensive preflight and weight & balance is accomplished before each flight.
Requirements
- Basic Success Criteria: Proficient single pilot IFR skills
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work in an ever-changing safety oriented environment
- Applicants are subject to FAA/DOT drug and alcohol testing program
- Applicants must possess the legal right to work in the United States of America. Part 135 Requirements: FAA First or Second Class Medical
- Must meet the FAR Part 135.243(c) IFR requirements: Commercial pilot certificate - Single-Engine Land
- Instrument rating
- 1,200 hours total time
- 500 hours cross country
- 100 hours night
- 75 hours actual or simulated instrument time (50 hours in actual flight). Preferred Criteria: Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) rating
- Impeccable safety record
- Cessna C208 Caravan experience
- 1,000 hours PIC
- Previous experience operating under 14 CFR 135.