Part 135 Pilot Jobs — Find Charter Pilot Work | FlyAXS vs LinkedIn vs Indeed

Where Should Part 135 Pilots Look for Work?

FlyAXS is purpose-built for Part 135 pilot-operator matching with credential verification. LinkedIn and Indeed have far more total job listings, but Part 135 charter jobs are mixed in with millions of unrelated postings, and general job platforms typically don't verify pilot credentials or account for FAA requirements. Aviation-specific job boards (Climbto350, AvCrew) are better for browsing, but still operate as traditional post-and-apply boards without verification, availability matching, or compliance tools.

Feature Comparison: Part 135 Pilot Job Platforms

FlyAXS offers 12 Part 135-specific features that general job platforms lack: FAA credential verification against the Airmen database, government ID verification with biometric matching, type rating search, real-time availability matching, FAR 135.267 duty time tracking, certificate expiration alerts, direct operator connections, Part 135-specific listings, operator verification, mobile expense tracking, fatigue risk monitoring, and flight hour tracking. General job platforms like LinkedIn and Indeed typically don't offer these aviation-specific capabilities.

Why Part 135 Pilots Choose FlyAXS

Verified Credentials

Three-step verification: government ID scan with biometric selfie matching (Stripe Identity), AI-powered certificate OCR, and FAA Airmen database cross-referencing. Operators know you are who you say you are.

Operators Find You

Set your availability, type ratings, and base location. Operators search the pilot marketplace and contact you directly — no mass applications, no recruiter middlemen.

Duty Time Protection

FlyAXS automatically tracks your flight time against FAR 135.267 limits (8-hour daily, 34-hour weekly, 500-hour quarterly). Operators see your legal availability before scheduling.

Certificate Expiration Alerts

Automatic alerts at 90, 60, 30, and 7 days before your medical, certificates, type ratings, and check rides expire.

Part 135 Pilot Jobs FAQ

How do I find Part 135 pilot jobs?

Create a free pilot profile on FlyAXS, complete identity and credential verification, set your availability windows and base location, and operators searching for crew will find you.

What qualifications do I need for Part 135 charter jobs?

To fly as pilot in command under Part 135, you generally need an ATP or Commercial certificate with Instrument Rating, current FAA medical certificate, type ratings for applicable aircraft, and typically 1,500+ total hours.

How much do Part 135 charter pilots make?

Captain pay typically ranges from $80,000 to $200,000+ annually. First Officers generally earn $50,000 to $100,000+. Contract pilots may earn $500-$1,500+ per day depending on aircraft type and trip complexity.

What is the difference between Part 135 and Part 121 pilot jobs?

Part 121 covers scheduled airline operations. Part 135 covers on-demand charter operations — private jets, air taxis, and scheduled commuter routes with aircraft seating 9 or fewer passengers.

What are FAR 135.267 duty time limits?

FAR 135.267 governs unscheduled Part 135 operations: maximum 8 flight hours in any 24 consecutive hours (10 with two pilots). Long-term limits: 500 hours per calendar quarter, 800 hours in two consecutive quarters, 1,400 hours per calendar year. Rest: 10 consecutive hours before each assignment; 13 rest periods of 24+ consecutive hours per calendar quarter. Extended duty up to 14 hours permitted under § 135.267(c) with proper rest.