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Government Pilot Careers
National Park Service Pilot
Role
National Park Service Pilots fly fixed-wing or rotary aircraft to support wildfire response, search and rescue, law enforcement, and natural resource missions. Operating in remote and challenging environments, they ensure safe, efficient aviation support while complying with FAA and Department of the Interior's standards. Most positions only offered with the United States Park Police in Washington and Big Cypress National Preserve.
Requirements
-Class 2 medical
-Must hold commercial certificate with instrument rating
-Minimum flight are 1,500 hours
"The National Park Service preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the National Park System for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations. The National Park Service cooperates with partners to extend the benefits of natural and cultural resource conservation and outdoor recreation throughout this country and the world."
from nps.gov
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