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Helicopter Pilot

by Air Methods

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Date Posted

November 10, 2026

Employment Type

Full Time

Salary Range

$82.9K - $93.3K

Cost of Living

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Locations

Show Low, Arizona

Application Deadline

December 10, 2026

Description

Overview

As the leader in the air medical industry, Air Methods seeks exceptional pilots to partner with us to serve our communities. We are committed to providing air medical transport resources to our communities 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, while providing our pilots with work life balance. Our #1 objective is to ensure safety to/from every time, so come join our growing and high-performing culture, sparked by teammates who deliver on being the best!

Location

Nestled high in the White Mountains, Show Low offers cool pine-covered landscapes and four-season adventure, a refreshing escape from Arizona’s desert heat. Surrounded by the sprawling Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest, it’s a paradise for hiking, wildlife spotting, and miles of scenic trails. Crystal-clear waters at Show Low Lake and Fool Hollow Lake Recreation Area deliver year-round fishing, boating, and camping just minutes from town. Nearby mountain communities like Pinetop-Lakeside add charm, while bigger hubs like Phoenix are just a scenic drive away. With cooler temps, stunning starry skies, and endless outdoor recreation, Show Low blends small-town living with big-time adventure in Arizona’s high country.

Benefits

Air Methods is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package created with the diverse needs of our teammates in mind:

  • Health, Dental and Vision
  • Competitive 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Flexible Spending Account Benefit Plans
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Full Company-Paid Life Insurance
  • AD&D Insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Business Travel Accident Insurance
  • Voluntary Legal
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Employee Assistance and Benefit Concierge Service Programs

Salary

Salary Range: ($82,900 - $93,251)

Experience Stipend: Up to $12,000 / $15,000 Annual Stipend

Off-Duty Housing

$15,000 Sign-on Bonus Available

Job Summary

Responsible to ensure aircraft and weather conditions are airworthy to transport medical crew and patient to receiving hospital within an assigned operational area. Responsible for compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), Aeronautical Information Manual (AIM), General Operations Manual guidelines (GOM), and thorough knowledge of Air Methods policies and procedures.

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