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Airplanes are used here in the United States to increase mission aviation awareness and train new pilots, while overseas airplanes are used to facilitate Bible translation, provide humanitarian care for local communities, and generate revenue for mission flight subsidies.

Brief Description

As a pilot in command, you are responsible to carry out assigned flights in accordance with JAARS company policy and appropriate civil aviation regulations, ensuring the safety and security of your passengers and cargo.

• For a volunteer or a non-paid, career staff person who raises support
• Must be a US citizen or green card holder to apply

Responsibilities

• Provide our customers with kind, courteous, and efficient transportation service
• Perform all pre-flight, flight, and post-flight duties in accordance with prescribed SOPs
• Maintain compliance with applicable aviation standards and operational procedures
• Participate in the JAARS Aviation flight proficiency and currency pilot programs
• Maintain an awareness and understanding of appropriate flight information systems
• Maintain the highest level of professionalism
• Maintain an attitude of continuous improvement and safety awareness
• Other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager

Skills

• Self-discipline
• Excellent character
• Professionalism
• Precision
• Good situational awareness

Education and Experience

• Commercial pilot license with instrument rating
• Airframe and Powerplant license or ICAO equivalent
• Valid Class II FAA Medical or equivalent
• 500 hours minimum flight time
• High performance and tailwheel aircraft endorsement
• Technical Evaluation and Orientation required
• Multicultural experience helpful

For full-time career staff, the following information is helpful:

Pilot-Mechanics Technical Evaluation

Pilot Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes

Timeline to Service

Training Advice

For volunteer staff

JAARS Volunteer Pilot Questionnaire