Pilot Employment Information

SBA Flies 4 aircraft through 2007, 5th aircraft to come on line
by year end 2008!

Seaborne Airlines (SBA) currently flies 4 de Havilland DHC-6-300 Twin Otters on Wipline 13000 floats. With a combination of three planes flying everyday and the fourth aircraft on select high traffic days, SBA pilots were averaging 400 passengers per day. A huge accomplishment considering a year ago we would see numbers in the mid 200s to low 300s. As the passenger count increased so did the pilot ranks. SBA currently has 18 line pilots and is planning to hold at least two pilot classes in the year 2008, see qualifications below. Although we were increasing traffic and pilots, we were still loosing pilots in a less than desired time frame.

SBAs management dedicated itself towards being competitive with its benefits. SBA pilots receive full medical and dental, 401k, an eight year longevity pay scale for captains and a four year longevity pay scale for First Officers. Two weeks paid vacation at the completion of one year on property. Receive per diem and lodging while in training. There is also a profit share program called Seaborne Nuggets where participants receive a set number of Nuggets per year and can track the price over the year according to SBA’s financial performance. Payout can be generous – depending upon results achieved. Additional benefits include five days in Flight Safety’s DHC-6 simulator in Toronto Canada. Jump seat privileges with airlines such as Delta, American Airlines, American Eagle, American Connection, Delta Connection, USAir, Cape Air, Liat, to name just a few. SBA pilots are not required to move to the islands but are expected to start flying assignments from an assigned crew base. Crew bases include St. Croix and St. Thomas.

Seaborne Airlines is authorized to conduct Domestic, Flag and Supplemental operations. SBAs main market is servicing the USVI and Old San Juan. But, since June 2007, we have been serving the island of Virgin Gorda in the BVIs. And, Seaplane flying at Seaborne compares to no other as we bring islands closer together twenty-four minutes at a time. With a flight departing approximately every 15 minutes our operation is definitely high tempo and demands high levels of safety and professionalism.

So, if you are a pilot that is still looking for some adventure, fun and a change of pace, Seaborne Airlines encourages you to look into our requirements of eligibility for hire.

First Officer Qualifications

1. Commercial Pilot Certificate with
1. Multi-engine SEAPLANE Rating Instrument Rating
2. First or Second Class Medical Certificate (Current)
3. FCC Restricted Radio Operators Permit
4. Valid U.S. Passport or a passport issued by a country of citizenship and proof of eligibility to work in the United States
5. Must be able to pass all required PRIA and background screenings
6. Must be willing to relocate to one of Seaborne Airlines crew domiciles
7. Must be willing to commit to no less than 24 months of service
8. Must be willing to work hard and smile!
9. Must be willing to have fun in the Sunny Caribbean!
10. Must be willing to wear shorts and sneakers as a uniform, ties are not allowed and ball caps are optional

First Officer Operating Experience

1. 1500 hours Total time in fixed wing aircraft of which 500 hours is Multi-engine time.
2. 1500 hours total time may be waived pending seaplane operating experience

Captain Qualifications

1. Airline Transport Certificate with
1. Multi-engine SEAPLANE Rating
2. First Class Medical Certificate (Current)
3. FCC Restricted Radio Operators Permit
4. Valid U.S. Passport or a passport issued by a country of citizenship and proof of eligibility to work in the United States
5. Must be able to pass all required PRIA and background screenings
6. Must be willing to relocate to one of Seaborne Airlines crew domiciles
7. Must be willing to commit to no less than 24 months of service
8. Must be willing to work hard and smile!
9. Must be willing to have fun in the Sunny Caribbean!
10. Must be willing to wear shorts and sneakers for a uniform, ties are not allowed and ball caps are optional.

Captain Operating Expeience

1. Minimum of 2500 hours total pilot time in fixed wing aircraft, at least 1000 hours multi-engine time with 500 hours multi-engine and sea time.
2. Must have held previous Captain duties and responsibilities
3. Must provide at least three letters of reference from previous seaplane operators attesting to your skills

Please provide Seaborne Airlines with your resume and application for employment.

By Email: hr@seaborneairlines.com
By Fax: 340) 773-8798 or (340) 773-6674
By Mail:

Attn: Human Resources
1012 Watergut
Christiansted, VI 00820

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