![]() ![]() Pilot in command responsible for the safe operation of aircraft.Conduct flight operations in compliance with FAA CFR 14 Part 91 regulations, aircraft limitations and company operating procedures.Aerial Image or Lidar acquisition experience.Dedication and willingness to continue professional growth.Desire, motivation and ability to exceed the firm's and clients' expectations.Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.Ability to plan project resources, maintain schedules and stay within budget.High level of organizational skills and attention to detail.Excellent oral and written English communication skills to effectively write reports and business correspondence, and present information and respond to questions from managers, clients and the general public.FAA Multi-engine Commercial Pilot License.The ideal candidate will be a team-oriented, self-motivated professional with a positive attitude for getting the job done correctly and efficiently. GRW Aerial Surveys is currently seeking an Aerial Survey Pilot to fly a twin-engine Piper Navajo (PA-31) aircraft. Keeping in touch with family and friends by email or phone is easy from the research stations – but of course, rather more limited from field camps.GRW offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Our research stations are well-equipped with libraries, gyms, a bar and music room. Outside of work there are opportunities for recreation such as skiing and climbing. There is a strong sense of camaraderie on research stations and at deep-field parties. In addition to aircraft training pilots must complete a comprehensive first aid and field craft programme as well as a number of BAS specific courses for specialist operations. It will usually take a pilot two seasons before becoming competent to complete all regular operations. As experience is gained pilots will be given longer flights and more challenging tasks. Line training and a gradual build up follows with some flights in company with another aircraft. Ski training is carried out once the pilot arrives in Antarctica. Pilots experienced on the Twin Otter will do a Flight Safety recurrent course and be expected to pass a company check flight at the standard equivalent to a UK CAA LPC even if they do not hold a UK or JAA licence. Pilots can expect to spend around 30 weeks of the year away from home, including time carrying out post maintenance flights, and in some cases trials, Arctic operations and ferry flights.īAS carries out type conversion training, normally, in Canada and is a combination of simulator, aircraft and ground school. Aircraft maintenance and training facilities are located in Canada. Occasionally there may be some training at other times. The following video, taken during essencial scientific instrumentation trials, reveals a glimpse into the beauty of flying in such a stunning environment.ĭuring the northern summer (usually in June) pilots undergo annual training. Pilots are expected to have good leadership skills, be comfortable and self-reliant in a remote environment, and play an active role in ensuring that field camps are run efficiently and safely. These are accepted by the regulatory authorities who will issue a licence validation on completion of training. Pilots must hold a UK, JAA/EASA, FAA or Canadian licence. Twin Otter ratings, ski time or any other specific flying experience is not required. The requirement is a minimum of 2500 hrs total time and this can include some rotary time if relevant. A two-pilot crew flies the Dash-7 aircraft. This can be a member of the science or support teams. Twin Otter aircraft are operated by single crew with at least one other person with the pilot at all times. This means loading, cleaning and refuelling aircraft as well as other housekeeping tasks around the research station. Pilots’ duties include all aspects of the aircraft operation except maintenance. During the Antarctic season (start of October to the end of March) pilots are either ferrying the aircraft to/from Antarctica or supporting field research teams in Antarctica. Polar pilots spend a considerable amount of time away from the comfort of our research stations, camping in sub-zero temperatures in remote areas often with only one other person for company. British Antarctic Survey pilot Vicky Auld at Berkner Island, Antarctica Attendance will be required in June for Pilot Training. Benefits include a pension scheme, loss of licence insurance, free food and accommodation while in Antarctica. Pilot positions within BAS are normally, but not exclusively, open ended contracts. Flying in some the world’s most spectacular locations as part of a close-knit team conducting research that really makes a difference to our understanding of the world can be immensely rewarding. Deep-field research investigations are supported by our Air Operations team.
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