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 planes. 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 planes 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 Kinect Air?
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.
Planes
Pilatus PC-12/47
A photo illustration showing an artist rendering of a PC-12 with the KinectAir Logo. KinectAir does not currently operate any aircraft.
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.
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
285 kts
Fuel Consumption
77 gal/hr
Range Full Tanks
1,845 nm
Cirrus SR22 Turbo G5
A photo illustration showing an artist rendering of a SR22 with the KinectAir Logo. KinectAir does not currently operate any aircraft.
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
213 kts
Fuel Consumption
21 gal/hr
Range Full Tanks
940 nm