Direct Entry Captain
3/19/2026
The Captain will operate the Caravan C-208 aircraft as part of an innovative air mobility company focused on efficient and accessible flying experiences. Pilots are expected to work variable shifts, including weekends and holidays, with a structure designed to allow most pilots to return home daily.
Working Hours
40 hours/week
Company Size
201-500 employees
Language
English
Visa Sponsorship
No
At Surf Air Mobility, we're transforming air mobility. As innovators in aviation, we are at the forefront of creating a more efficient and accessible flying experience. With our commitment to a customer-first approach, advanced software solutions, and electrification, we’re pioneering new ways for people to travel, making flying not only faster but more enjoyable. Our passionate team thrives in a collaborative environment where innovation and hard work go hand in hand.
Help us shape the future of aviation while working with cutting-edge technologies that are changing the lives of our passengers.
JOB DESCRIPTION: CAPTAIN – Caravan C-208
FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT
REPORT TO: CHIEF PILOT, DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
Our route structure enables most pilots to be home every day during their workweek, along with flexibility on schedules.
Current base locations: Kahului, HI (OGG) *Only hiring Direct Entry Captains into OGG*
REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION:
- Current FAA ATP or Commercial with Instrument
- 1200 hours minimum; 500 Cross County; 100 Night; 75 Instrument with no more than 25 simulated
- Current FAA second class medical certificate (certificate must be current prior to training)
- Radio Operators Certificate
- Valid US Passport (Needed for CASS)
- Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S per the Immigration Act of 1986.
- Must pass 10-year background check and pre-employment drug screen per airline and/or company regulations.
- Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.
PREFERRED:
Preference will be given to pilots with C-208 experience, with 100 hours Turbine total time, and/or Part 135 Experience.
Additional stipulations:
- 65 Block Hours per month guarantee.
- Hotel accommodations during training. Training is approximately 25 days.
- Paid training - $400/wk.
- Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance available with the company paying most of the costs. Life Insurance Policy - $50,000 fully paid for by the company.
- $45 flat rate per diem when on an overnight away from assigned base.
- CASS Participant.
Benefits:
Competitive Salary: Attractive compensation package based on experience.
Health & Wellness: After 30 days of employment on the 1st of the next month, you are eligible to sign up for medical, dental, and vision insurance, air ambulance coverage, short-term disability, pet insurance, health savings accounts, and company-paid life insurance.
Retirement Plans: Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan.
Generous PTO: After completion of your probationary period, employees earn 1 day of PTO per month, plus paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
Employee Discounts: After completion of your probationary period, you can access the My ID Travel program, which allows members of your immediate family to participate as well. This program provides travel privileges, including:
- Flight tickets at significant discount, employee and family members can fly our planes (standby space available)
- Discounts on hotels and resorts
- Car rentals at reduced rates
- Discounted cruises
Surf Air Mobility is an EEO/AAP employer and as such all qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin - and will not be discriminated against on the basis of gender, race, or disability.
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