Air Med jobs.... Work schedule?
09-01-2013, 03:35 PM
#41
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Position: FAA 'Flight Check'
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I work 7 on 7 off, $55,000 a year, single pilot turbo prop, company provides accommodation (own room) while on duty.
I've instructed, done the regionals, fractionals, now this. I made more money in the left seat at my regional airline, but this is the most enjoyable aviation job I've had so far.
Good luck.
I've instructed, done the regionals, fractionals, now this. I made more money in the left seat at my regional airline, but this is the most enjoyable aviation job I've had so far.
Good luck.
09-01-2013, 03:40 PM
#42
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Position: 737 FO
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09-01-2013, 03:50 PM
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Position: 737 FO
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There is a contract helicopter based at my airport who does search and rescue missions for the fire department. They departed the other week in 600 foot ceilings to go look for a father and son that went missing in a valley the day before. They found them and rescued them. From witnessing that, I can understand why you feel that way.
09-01-2013, 07:00 PM
#45
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Typically the rotors don't fly medevac when its IMC. Its dangerous flying and they have a high accident rate. One of the flight nurses at my company lost 2 colleagues in separate accidents on the helicopter. Fixed wing is safer, but we get busy when the weather turns to crap and the rotors are grounded. I would prefer a second set of eyes up there with me. Shooting GPS approaches in mountainous terrain at night takes allot of concentration and keeps you on your toes.
The fire / search & rescue, & coast guard pilots truly are a different breed, right up there with the military.
The fire / search & rescue, & coast guard pilots truly are a different breed, right up there with the military.
09-02-2013, 03:32 AM
#46
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Position: 320 right side
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Unfortunately they are not looking right now. You are 2 weeks too late. Movement is slow here. Everyone sticks around. I've been here 13 years and I'm only half way up the senority ladder.
09-02-2013, 07:06 PM
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09-22-2013, 11:03 AM
#48
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Position: 747 Captain (Ret,)
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Nobody has mentioned it specifically, but this is a job that can make you feel good about yourself, knowing that you made a difference to that patient.
One additional comment: Frequently you may be called upon to load the patient with minimal help. A strong back is very helpful.
Joe
One additional comment: Frequently you may be called upon to load the patient with minimal help. A strong back is very helpful.
Joe
10-04-2013, 06:01 PM
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Position: Zee Airboos
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I work for a fixed wing ems in the midwest flying the venerable PC-12 single pilot. Its by far the most rewarding and challenging flying I have ever done. My company made the mistake of hiring low time guys with barely the 135 mins and has had a few glaring issues with them. This flying isnt for everyone.
For the guys who live in base, this is a fantastic job. For commuters, not so much. We run 14-7. All trips out and backs. Ok pay, ok benefits.
I would love to see 7-7 with 4 pilots, but I doubt it will happen.
For the guys who live in base, this is a fantastic job. For commuters, not so much. We run 14-7. All trips out and backs. Ok pay, ok benefits.
I would love to see 7-7 with 4 pilots, but I doubt it will happen.
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