Page 8 - Aug24T

“Our training program is cur- This isn’t surprising since to upgrade from the Part 135 or 91K world and
rently thriving, thanks to
significant improvements in our approach and methodology. We’ve welcomed many talented pilots with Part 135 experience, enhancing our team’s capabilities,” said Matt Pen- nell, GoJet’s Chief Pilot. “The dedi- cation of our training staff and the eagerness of our new recruits have
been instrumental in this success.” In line with other regional airlines in the industry, GoJet also offers up to $200,000 in sign-on and experience bonuses for qualified Direct Entry Captains (DEC). Starting pay for DECs ranges from $144.65 to $213.15 per flight hour, with a minimum guar-
antee of 75 hours per month.
Before you get excited about adding that Part 121 time to your logbook, note that GoJet isn’t accepting just any owner-pilots. Citation Jet, Pre- mier, or Eclipse jet pilots won’t qualify because DEC requirements are quite
narrow.
To qualify, Direct Entry Captains
must hold an ATP certificate and have flown at least 1000 hours in multi- engine aircraft with 10 or more seats, excluding crew seats, in Part 135 operations. Additionally, the opera- tions flown must be passenger-car- rying, and the pilot must be PIC for all those hours.
from First Officer (FO) to Captain (CA) in the airlines, FOs must have a minimum of 1,000 hours as second- in-command (see CFR 14 §121.436 (a) (3)(i)).
While the chances for owner-pi- lots to fulfill those airline dreams of jumping from Captain seat to Captain seat may be slim, the DEC route is available for Part 135 charter pilots or Part 91K pilots who qualify.
Choosing GoJet as an employer could mean a smoother transition
getting your foot in as a Part 121 pilot. GoJet currently offers one of the highest bonus compensation plans. It sets itself apart from other regional airlines by offering a private jet feel – more legroom, overhead storage, and brand-new, reconfigured CRJ550 aircraft. The CEO and President, Rick Leach, has made a name for himself by innovating the airline experience, especially for business flyers.
GoJet Airlines, a wholly owned subsidiary of Trans States Holdings
6 • TWIN & TURBINE / August 2024