What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fixed-Wing Air Ambulance Pilot (King Air 200) position at George J. Priester Aviation?
Durango, CO (DRO)
Imagine spending your days saving lives while working with a team that truly cares.
If that sounds ideal, you may be a great fit with us as a Flight for Life® Air Medical Pilot, flying the King Air 200 in a floater position based in Durango, CO (DRO).
Whether you’re transporting a pediatric patient to receive specialized care, delivering a donor heart for transplant, or assisting in search and rescue, the flights you make will change lives—and you’ll be valued and appreciated for the difference you create.
For more than 40 years, Mayo Aviation and Flight for Life Colorado have partnered to serve the Rocky Mountain region. Mayo Aviation has been the air carrier of choice for St. Anthony’s Hospital since 1979, building a reputation as one of the safest, most respected air charter operators in the nation. Flight for Life® Colorado, part of Common Spirit Health Network, has transported more than 130,000 patients across 90,000 flights, responding to those in need regardless of their ability to pay.
What You Can Expect From Us
Imagine spending your days saving lives while working with a team that truly cares.
If that sounds ideal, you may be a great fit with us as a Flight for Life® Air Medical Pilot, flying the King Air 200 in a floater position based in Durango, CO (DRO).
Whether you’re transporting a pediatric patient to receive specialized care, delivering a donor heart for transplant, or assisting in search and rescue, the flights you make will change lives—and you’ll be valued and appreciated for the difference you create.
For more than 40 years, Mayo Aviation and Flight for Life Colorado have partnered to serve the Rocky Mountain region. Mayo Aviation has been the air carrier of choice for St. Anthony’s Hospital since 1979, building a reputation as one of the safest, most respected air charter operators in the nation. Flight for Life® Colorado, part of Common Spirit Health Network, has transported more than 130,000 patients across 90,000 flights, responding to those in need regardless of their ability to pay.
What You Can Expect From Us
- A career where every flight has purpose and impact, in an environment where teamwork and laughter are just as valued as professionalism.
- To be treated as more than a number—you’ll be a respected, cared-for team member whose voice matters.
- Support for your professional development, career growth, and advancement opportunities.
- A balanced schedule (typically 7 days on / 7 days off, subject to change).
- Competitive compensation and full benefits, including:
- Affordable medical, dental, & vision insurance (effective day 1 of the following month)
- Health Savings, Flexible Spending, and Dependent Care Accounts
- 100% Company-paid Life, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k) participation within 30 days
- Unlimited PTO
- Rocket Lawyer subscription, and more
- The opportunity to fly the King Air 200—renowned for its reliability, pilot-friendly workload, IS&S ThrustSense Autothrottle, touchscreen avionics, and roomy, comfortable cabin.
- Operating the King Air 200 as a single-pilot in air ambulance operations.
- Maintaining readiness in the Durango, CO (DRO) facility for critical-care flights averaging 800 miles throughout the Front Range and surrounding states.
- Performing thorough pre-flight inspections, ensuring aircraft airworthiness, and complying with FAA and company regulations.
- Supervising the safe loading of patients, medical crew, equipment, and baggage, ensuring weight and balance standards are met.
- Coordinating with ground crews and medical teams to ensure efficient communication and mission success.
- Upholding FAA regulations, Flight for Life® procedures, company flight operations manuals, and contributing to Mayo Aviation’s Safety Management System.
Salary : $117,500
