Pilot Intern

MAIN JOB PURPOSE

• The Pilot Intern will assist the AMREF Flying Doctors’ operations team with various flying and ground duties. This role provides comprehensive exposure to commercial aviation, equipping the intern with essential skills and knowledge.
• The intern will be involved in pre-flight preparations, in-flight operations , and post flight procedures, ensuring the highest standards of safety and efficiency. By working closely with experienced pilots, the intern will gain valuable insights, building a strong foundation for a career in aviation with a focus on professionalism, safety and excellence.

 NOTE:    AMREF Flying Doctors is not an Aviation Training Organization (ATO).

• Prepare flight planning for all flights allocated promptly.
• Participate in the planning and execution of company flights in accordance to the company policies and procedures to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Carry out duties concerning flights in accordance with company Standards Operating Procedures (SOPs) as allocated and guided by the Captain
• Assist the Chief Pilots’ office in matters related to flight operations including; flight evacuations planning and execution in the areas of operation.
• Assist in performing functional checks or maintenance test flights whenever required.
• Assist the medical crew during medical evacuations as deemed necessary.
• Closely work with the Flight Operations and assist with office work as directed.
• Assist the captain in communicating with the Air Traffic Controller during flight take-off and landings.
• Communicating with the crew on board and the flight operations regularly during the flight.
• Assist the medical team with loading and offloading the patient to ensure that flight missions are conducted safely
• Support with librarian services and maintain flight crew records/documents in accordance to company procedures
• Responsibility over stationary for the section.
• Assist the Chief Pilot with work related tasks as may be assigned
• Perform any other duties