Pilots

KinectAir is brokering flights on several FAA certificated Pilatus PC-12 operators whom our team has vetted. All the captains you’ll fly with are very capable, experienced turbo-prop pilots, with specific knowledge and wisdom of the northwest. They are not currently employees of KinectAir, but work directly with our Director of Aviation Operations, and concierge services.

Conor Whitehead is our Director of Aviation Operations, and the Chief Pilot for KinectAir’s own certificate. He’s leading a talented team focused on collaborating with the FAA in order to attain that certificate, that will allow us to fly you in our (and Pioneers’) Cirrus SR22 aircraft. It’s just a few more months and we’ll have four-passenger aircraft that can scoot your around based in Portland, and the Trusted Operator Network of several eight-passenger aircraft still available for larger loads and/or further flights.

Rest Assured

Unlike many light aircraft operators, KinectAir Pilots are seasoned, career Captains who are Airline Transport Certified and have held leadership positions with commercial airlines, air ambulance, corporate flight departments, and the U.S. Military. Our pilots undergo KinectAir training in which the focus is on our most precious cargo: you. It’s a priority of our leadership team and paramount to our entire operation that we recruit, acquire, train, and retain pilots uniquely suited for our Adventurers to call them “Captain.”

Our Philosophy is Simple

We are people driven. At KinectAir, we believe that if we take care of our pilots, that they will in turn take care of our guests, and our business. KinectAir knows the value of highly qualified aircraft personnel; after all, we are a company founded by professional pilots. Our pilots are expected to exceed standards of excellence in leadership, safety, and training.

Want to Fly for KinectAir?

Are you a professional pilot interested in flying with KinectAir? We’re always accepting resumes and willing to talk.

We offer an excellent modern workplace in class-leading aircraft. Flexible self-scheduling, pay commensurate with the experience we expect, and more than just flying canned routes. KinectAir is the opportunity to share your knowledge with Adventurers while flying in the Pacific Northwest.

AIRCRAFT

Pilatus PC-12/47

Discover why owners and operators have looked to the Swiss-born Pilatus PC-12 as the most powerfully efficient, capable, and adventurous single-engine turboprop built. Class-leading eight passenger aircraft updated to KA specs, with lavatory. Wherever you can imagine going, this aircraft gets you there.

MAKE
Pilatus

MODEL
PC-12/47

YEAR RANGE
2005-2008

FEATURES

Upgraded single-engine turbo-prop
Upgraded glass cockpit
All Weather Capability
Upgraded modular ‘adventure interior
Full service lavatory

SPECIFICATIONS

Max Payload
2,257 lb

Payload with Tanks Full
1,009 lb

Max Cruising Speed

285 kts

Fuel Consumption
77 gal/hr

Range Full Tanks
1,845 nm

Cirrus SR22T G5

When you dream about spending more time in more interesting places, this is the aircraft that can get you there with uncompromising safety, style, and performance. Discover why pilots and owners have made the SR22 series the best selling aircraft in its class for 17 years and counting.

MAKE
Cirrus

MODEL
SR22T G5

YEAR RANGE
2013-2017

FEATURES

Airframe Parachute System
Garmin Perspective glass cockpit
Flight Into Known Icing capability (FIKI)
Air Conditioning
3 rear 60/40 split seats
Custom Kinect Air Livery

SPECIFICATIONS

Useful Load
1,260 lb

Payload with Tanks Full
708 lb

Max Cruising Speed

213 kts

Fuel Consumption
21 gal/hr

Range Full Tanks
940 nm