The Opportunity

Pacific Coastal Airlines is hiring permanent full-time Beechcraft 1900 Direct Entry Captains to join our Vancouver-based flight crew at the YVR South Terminal. As a regional Canadian carrier with a People First culture, you’ll fly a dynamic schedule across British Columbia — from major international airports to some of the province’s most remote and rewarding destinations, including Tofino, Bella Bella, and Bella Coola. What You’ll Do Serve as Pilot-in-Command (Captain) on the Beechcraft 1900 across Pacific Coastal’s scheduled network in British Columbia.

Operate into diverse environments — from busy hubs to short, remote runways — while delivering secure, efficient, and passenger-focused operations. Lead the flight deck with strong CRM, adherence to SOPs, and compliance with Canadian Aviation Regulations. Execute high-quality IFR operations, including performance planning, weight and balance, and timely decision-making in changing coastal weather.

Collaborate with a supportive team culture that prioritizes work-life balance, schedule flexibility, and professional growth.

What You Bring Total time: 2,000 hours PIC time: 1,000 hours Relevant experience: 1,000 hours in any combination of multi-engine, multi-crew, IFR, and/or turbine experience flown in a Canadian 600/702/703/704/705 operation Licensing & medical: Valid Canadian ATPL and Category 1 Medical (ATPL_ICAO) Security: Able to obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC) Work eligibility:



Canadian citizen/permanent resident or valid permit to work in Canada Travel: Eligible to travel to/from the United States without restrictions Physical: Able to lift 50 lbs unassisted Compensation, Schedule &

- Perks Base salary: $81,600 – $118,000 (starting range) Per diem: $5.10 per duty hour Premiums: Trainer Pay Premiums for Training Captains Credits & schedule: Minimum 80 flying credits/month; maximum 18 duty periods
- Wild Card Days and socialized schedule-control Commuting: Commuting within the network (pending approval during hiring based on requested location) Time off: 12 banked statutory holidays that can be used to replace scheduled work days Retirement: 3% matching RRSP after probation Health & insurance: Sun Life benefits
- Pacific Coastal pays 100% of premiums for Extended Health and Dental, and 50% for disability, life, and AD&D; Coverage includes paramedical, emergency out-of-country medical, vision care, short- and long-term disability, life &
- AD&D;, and optional critical illness Travel privileges: Jumpseat with WestJet, Air Canada, Porter, Flair and more; employee and family travel benefits across multiple carriers (WestJet, Air Canada, Icelandair, Delta, Allegiant, Cathay Pacific, Alaska Airlines, and more) Culture: People First environment with peer-to-peer rewards and real opportunities for advancement Ready to Captain Your Next Chapter?

Bring your PIC experience to a collaborative team flying some of Canada’s most scenic and meaningful regional routes.

📌 Beechcraft 1900 Captain (Direct Entry) — Vancouver, BC (Richmond)
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📍 Richmond