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First Officer

Mesa Airlines

Mesa currently operates 143 aircraft, with more than 687 daily system departures to 129 cities, 41 states, the District of Columbia, Canada, Mexico, and The Bahamas. The Company has approximately 3,100 employees and plans to hire an additional 1,000 in the next two years. For more information, go to www.mesa-air.com.

Overview

Pilots choose Mesa because of the real opportunities that exist for both experienced pilots and newcomers to the industry. Mesa's training, job security and upgrade times are second to none. A testament to our success and future opportunities – is the fact that – while our growth is among the fastest in the industry, our pilot attrition is among the lowest.

Compensation

  • New starting First Officer pay rates: $100 hour on the CRJ900/E175 and first year captain pay on CRJ900/E175 $150/hr to $215/hr.
  • All pilots who have left since 6/15/2022 can come back with their seniority until 12/15/2022 subject to company approval.
  • The company will provide longevity matching to all 135/121 experienced pilots.
  • Mesa Airlines provides an expedited pathway to many career building opportunities such as experience on the 737, instructor positions, and management experience!

Benefits

  • Pilots hired at Mesa Airlines receive an Airline Transport Pilot type rating upon completion of initial training (CL-65 or EMB170/190)
  • Pilots receive unlimited travel benefits including jumpseat agreements
  • Family members (spouse, domestic partner, dependents, and parents) also receive travel benefits on our code share partners
  • Mesa Airlines offers competitive medical and dental benefits, vision, life, 401K and travel benefits with our code-share partners
  • ATP-CTP course provided by Mesa Airlines for those pilots who qualify

Crew Bases

  • Phoenix (PHX)
  • Dallas (DFW)
  • Washington Dulles (IAD)
  • Houston (IAH)

    • Electronic Flight Bag

  • Mesa Airlines was the FIRST airline approved for Electronic Flight usage in ALL phases of flight.
  • All manuals and charts are issued electronically at no cost via a pilot provided iPad
  • Each pilot is required to have an iPad (2, 3, 4, Air, or Air2)

    • Training

    • Pilots will receive FULL monthly guarantee pay of 76 hours/month
    • Training is conducted in our facility in Phoenix, Arizona
    • Company Paid ATP/CTP Course
    • The Company provides single-occupancy lodging during training
    • Positive Space Travel for training events

    Minimum Qualifications & Hour Requirements

    ATP 1500 Hours Total Time Requirements

    • 1500 hours Total Flight Time
    • 500 hours Cross Country Time
    • 100 hours Total Night Time
    • 50 hours Multi Engine Time, Fixed Wing
    • 250 hours of Pilot in Command Time, Fixed wing
    • 100 hours of Instrument Time
    • Commercial Pilot Certificate with Multi Engine and Instrument ratings
    • Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate
    • Ability to demonstrate instrument proficiency
    • ATP Written (CTP training can be provided to qualified applicants)
    • FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit
    • Current Valid Passport
    • At least 23 years of age
    • Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
    • Able to pass security background check and FAA mandated drug test
    • High school diploma or GED
    • Ability to read and speak English language

    Restricted ATP 1500 Hours Total Time Requirements

    • 1500 hours Total Flight Time
    • 200 hours Cross Country Time
    • 100 hours Total Night Time
    • 25 hours Multi Engine Time, Fixed Wing
    • 250 hours of Pilot in Command Time, Fixed wing
    • 75 hours of Instrument Time
    • Commercial Pilot Certificate with Multi Engine and Instrument ratings
    • Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate
    • Ability to demonstrate instrument proficiency
    • ATP Written (CTP training can be provided to qualified applicants)
    • FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit
    • Current Valid Passport
    • At least 21 years of age
    • Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
    • Able to pass security background check and FAA mandated drug test
    • High school diploma or GED
    • Ability to read and speak English language

    Restricted ATP 1250 Hours Total Time Requirements

    • 2-Year Degree from an FAA Approved Aviation Program
    • 1250 hours Total Flight Time
    • 200 hours Cross Country Time
    • 100 hours Total Night Time
    • 25 hours Multi Engine Time, Fixed Wing
    • 250 hours of Pilot in Command Time, Fixed wing
    • 75 hours of Instrument Time
    • Commercial Pilot Certificate with Multi Engine and Instrument ratings
    • Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate
    • Ability to demonstrate instrument proficiency
    • ATP Written (CTP training can be provided to qualified applicants)
    • FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit
    • Current Valid Passport
    • At least 21 years of age
    • Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
    • Able to pass security background check and FAA mandated drug test
    • Ability to read and speak English language

    Restricted ATP 1000 Hours Total Time Requirements

    • 4-Year Degree from an FAA Approved Aviation Program
    • 1000 hours Total Flight Time
    • 200 hours Cross Country Time
    • 100 hours Total Night Time
    • 25 hours Multi Engine Time, Fixed Wing
    • 250 hours of Pilot in Command Time, Fixed wing
    • 75 hours of Instrument Time
    • Commercial Pilot Certificate with Multi Engine and Instrument ratings
    • Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate
    • Ability to demonstrate instrument proficiency
    • ATP Written (CTP training can be provided to qualified applicants)
    • FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit
    • Current Valid Passport
    • At least 21 years of age
    • Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
    • Able to pass security background check and FAA mandated drug test
    • Ability to read and speak English language

    Restricted ATP 750 Hours Total Time Requirements

    • Military Pilot
    • Honorable Discharge or Current Service
    • Obtain a DD-214 Form
    • 750 hours Total Flight Time
    • 250 hours of Pilot in Command Time, Fixed wing
    • Commercial Pilot Certificate with Multi Engine and Instrument ratings
    • Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate
    • Ability to demonstrate instrument proficiency
    • ATP Written (CTP training can be provided to qualified applicants)
    • FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit
    • Current Valid Passport
    • At least 21 years of age
    • Legally authorized to work in the U.S.
    • Able to pass security background check and FAA mandated drug test
    • Ability to read and speak English language