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Airbus A220 Direct Entry Captain

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Working at Breeze Airways is an exciting endeavor and a serious commitment to bring “The World’s Nicest Airline” to life. We work cross-functionally with truly awesome Team Members to deliver on our mission: “To make the world of travel simple, affordable, and convenient. Improving our guests travel experience using technology, ingenuity and kindness.”

Breeze is hiring- join us!

Breeze is looking for “Seriously Nice” Airbus A220 Direct Entry Captains to work at the newest and nicest airline, Breeze Airways!

Breeze Airways Pilots are responsible for ensuring safe and timely flight operations in accordance with all Company policies and Federal Aviation Regulations. Our Pilots are overall Leaders who safely take care of our Team Members and Guests. They understand that our pursuit of Excellence is not a destination, but rather, a journey.

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Here's what you'll do

  • Responsible for the safe and timely completion of flight operations in accordance with all Company policies and Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs)
  • Operates assigned flights after determining the airworthiness of the aircraft and reviewing all current factors such as weather, field conditions, navigational aids, etc., relative to the safe operation of the flight
  • Responsible for the operation of the aircraft during the designated period of duty unless relieved by Company authority – this involves operating the aircraft according to applicable Company policies and FARs
  • Responsible for the supervision and enroute performance of other crewmembers assigned to their aircraft
  • Maintains a high degree of proficiency and a thorough knowledge of flight operations, procedures, and systems applicable to the aircraft flown
  • Through completion of appropriate pre- and post-flight inspection, ensures the airworthy condition of assigned aircraft in accordance with Company policy and FARs
  • Becomes familiar with existing and forecast departure, arrival, and if applicable, alternate station weather prior to each flight
  • Ensures that the flight is planned and fueled properly so that it may be conducted safely and in accordance with current policies and regulations
  • Assists with and ensures proper handling of aircraft, passengers, baggage, and cargo at terminal points where other company personnel are not available
  • Notifies crew and passengers promptly of turbulence, adverse weather conditions or any other operational factors affecting the flight
  • Ensures that the load manifest for a flight is reviewed and the passenger count is verified prior to each departure
  • Advises the dispatcher in a timely manner, of any situation that could affect the flight schedule – the dispatcher will then arrange for any necessary diversion, cancellation, rerouting, or rescheduling of aircraft and will notify the affected Flight Crews, who will be expected to comply
  • Observe the Rules of Conduct for all employees as outlined in the Company Team Member Playbook and Pilot Playbook
  • The knowledge and ability to assess risk and use the proper resources to keep risk to an acceptable level during all phases of ground and flight operations
  • Perform such other flight officer duties as assigned by the Company

Here's what you'll need to be successful

Minimum Qualifications

  • Must be at least 23 years old at the time of hire
  • FAA Unrestricted Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate with airplane multi-engine class rating
  • Must have a minimum of 3,000 hours fixed wing time
  • Must have 2,000+ hours total time in large, Group II transport category, fixed-wing aircraft (turbojet aircraft of more than 41,000 lbs. maximum takeoff weight)
  • Must have 500+ hours of PIC in large, Group II transport category aircraft (turbojet aircraft of more than 41,000 lbs. maximum takeoff weight)
    • Note: PIC is defined as Captain or Aircraft Commander of record, not simply the sole manipulator of the controls
  • Must have 500+ hours of US FAA Part 121 PIC time within the last three years
  • Actively flying two of the past five years
  • Must maintain Pilot training history in accordance with the Pilot Record Database (PRD)
  • Current First-Class FAA Medical Certificate
  • Valid FCC Radiotelephone Operator’s Permit
  • Must have or be able to obtain a valid U.S. driver’s license
  • Must have or be able to obtain a valid passport
  • Must be able to travel unrestricted to and from the United States
  • Must pass a DOT pre-employment drug test
  • Must pass a TSA required fingerprint-based criminal history records check and a Breeze background check
  • Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
  • High school diploma or equivalent educational achievement

Skills/Talents

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to facilitate cooperative relationships between/among people and departments
  • Ability to work with individuals and teams at all levels in the organization

Perks of the Job

  • Health, Vision and Dental – Full Time
  • Health Savings Account with Breeze Employee Match
  • 401K with Breeze Employee Match
  • Generous PTO
  • Travel on Breeze and other Airlines too!

Breeze Airways provides equal employment opportunities to all Team Members and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Breeze Airways will never request your Social Security Number, Driver’s License or Date of Birth on our job postings. Job Postings requesting any or all of this information should be regarded as a scam. To ensure you are applying to an actual Breeze Airways posting, please apply online at then click “Careers” at the bottom of the page.

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First Name, Last Name, Email, Phone, Resume/CV, Cover Letter

  • Preferred First Name optional
  • Is the First Name provided above, your Legal First Name as it appears on your Passport, Driver's License and/or Social Security Card? choose one
  • Is the Last Name provided above, your Legal Last Name as it appears on your Passport, Driver's License and/or Social Security Card? choose one
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  • How did you hear about this position? choose one
  • Are you now or have you ever been employed at Breeze Airways? choose one
  • Do you have a family member or personal friendship with a current team member of Breeze Airways? If yes, please provide the name(s) and title(s) of the current team member(s). optional
  • Are you at least 23 years of age? choose one
  • Are you able to read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language? choose one
  • Do you have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent? choose one
  • Are you legally authorized to work in the United States without restrictions for any employer (such as U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, asylee, or refugee?)? choose one
  • Do you require visa sponsorship from an employer to work (such as H-1B, TN, E-3, F-1 STEM OPT, etc.)? choose one
  • Will you require visa sponsorship from an employer in the future (such as H-1B, TN, E-3, F-1 STEM OPT, etc.)? choose one
  • Breeze Airways now flies internationally. Do you have the ability to travel unrestricted to and from the United States? choose one
  • Will you have the uninterrupted ability to travel internationally in the future? choose one
  • Having a valid and current passport is a requirement for this position. Do you currently have a valid passport book that does not expire within the next 6 months? choose one
  • If yes, what is your passport number and expiration date?
  • Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment drug screen, comprehensive background checks and/or fingerprinting to satisfy company and security requirements, if applicable? choose one
  • Are you willing to undergo a TSA required fingerprint-based criminal history records check and Breeze background checks? choose one
  • Have you previously tested positive or refused to test on a pre-employment drug or alcohol test administered by a DOT employer? choose one
  • Do you have a current FAA First-Class Medical Certificate? choose one
  • Do you have a valid FCC Radiotelephone Operator’s Permit? choose one
  • Do you have a valid U.S. driver’s license? choose one
  • Do you have an FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate? choose one
  • Do you have at least 3,000 hours total fixed wing time (not including simulator and/or flight engineer time)? choose one
  • Please provide your total fixed-wing flight time in hours.
  • Do you have 2,000+ hours total time in large, Group II transport category, fixed-wing aircraft (turbojet aircraft of more than 41,000 lbs. maximum takeoff weight)? choose one
  • Do you have 500+ hours PIC in large, Group II transport category aircraft (turbojet aircraft of more than 41,000 lbs. maximum takeoff weight)? choose one
  • Do you have 500+ hours of US FAA Part 121 PIC time within the last three years? choose one
  • Have you actively flown two out of the last five years? choose one
  • Why are you leaving your current position?
  • What is the earliest date you are available to start?
  • This role includes working but is not limited to; various hours, holidays, weekends, and scheduled reserve. Please confirm you have read the above statement. choose one
  • Please provide a professional reference.
  • I acknowledge, for DOT employment verification purposes, my resume is accurate and reflects all employment and gaps within the last 24 months from this application date. I confirm that the resume I am submitting today includes this information. choose one