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Job Title
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Global Captain – Legacy Crew
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Job Summary/Objective
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As a Legacy crew member, the Global Captain is responsible for the safe, compliant, and professional operation of Planet 9’s floating fleet of Global aircraft across a diverse range of international and ultra-long-range missions. Operating under both Part 91 and Part 135, the Captain plays a key leadership role in the cockpit, ensuring flight safety, client satisfaction, and regulatory compliance. As a Legacy crew member, this full-time position requires flexibility, operational awareness, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced charter environment while maintaining the highest standards of service and airmanship. The standard Legacy Pilot schedule will be 16 days on (position days included on first and last day), followed by 14 days off.
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Reports to
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Chief Pilot and Fleet Manager
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Location
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Home-Based (must reside within a 2-hour drive of an airport with commercial service)
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Key Duties & Responsibilities
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- Serve as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) of assigned Global aircraft
- Collaborate on all phases of flight planning and execution with precision, including aircraft performance, weather analysis, and international considerations upholding operational excellence.
- Set the tone for a collaborative and cockpit and cabin environment, promoting CRM and teamwork across the crew
- Represent Planet 9 with professionalism and discretion in all client and vendor interactions, acting as a trusted ambassador of the company’s values
- Maintain thorough knowledge of aircraft systems, regulatory updates, and international operating procedures to support safe and informed decision-making
- Participate actively in crew briefings and post-flight debriefs, fostering a safety-first culture and continuous improvement
- Demonstrate integrity in adherence to SOPs, safety protocols, and compliance obligations
- Coordinate closely with Operations and Inflight teams to ensure seamless mission execution and elevated client experience
- Uphold the highest levels of safety and risk management throughout all operational phases
- Adhere to Planet 9’s operational policies, safety procedures, and regulatory standards by completing required training and maintaining compliance across all assigned duties
- Adapt to evolving priorities by performing additional tasks or projects as needed to support team and organizational goals
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Skills and Qualifications
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- FAA ATP Certificate
- FAA First Class Medical Certificate
- BD700 Type Rating – Required
- Valid passport and ability to travel unrestricted internationally
- Must pass DOT/FAA drug screening, TSA background check, and meet Wyvern Wingman standards
- Completed COVID-19 vaccination required prior to training
Minimum Flight Time Requirements
- Total Flight Time: 3,000
- PIC Time: 2,000
- Multi-Engine: 1,600
- Turbine: 1,400
- Instrument: 250
- Time in Type: 200 (100 PIC)
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Education and Experience Requirements
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- College degree preferred
- 3 Years Part 135 experience preferred
- International experience (outside of Mexico and Canada) highly preferred
- Completion and maintenance of all Planet 9 training requirements in accordance with FAA Part 135 regulations
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Physical Requirements (if applicable)
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- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
- Must be able to maintain a valid First Class FAA Medical Certificate
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Travel Requirements (if applicable)
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- Extensive international travel required
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