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Aviation Captain - DC-3T

@ Kenn Borek Air

Canada

On-siteFull-time
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Overview

Kenn Borek Air is hiring experienced Captains for its Basler (DC-3T) aircraft on a rotational basis, with rotational airfare, accommodations and meal per diems provided. The role requires a valid ATPL, 2000 hours minimum total time (2500 preferred), and Arctic or off-strip experience is an asset. The posting states competitive wages and a company-funded benefits program.

Responsibilities:

  • Fly Basler DC-3T aircraft as Captain
  • Conduct charter and leasing flight operations
  • Operate on a rotational schedule including remote and off-strip sites

Requirements summary:

  • Valid ATPL
  • 2000 total hours minimum, 2500 preferred
  • Medical and Transport Canada security clearances
  • Arctic and off-strip experience an asset
  • Valid passport with at least 6 months before expiry

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Employer posting date
2024-10-31
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-09

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Job details

SenioritySenior
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: frequent · ground: none
Work settingVehicle, Outdoors
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer moderate
Licences & certificationsATPL
Background checksdrug and alcohol
Security clearanceOther clearance
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Flexible hours, Retirement plan, Wellness, Free or discounted meals

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Kenn Borek Air

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To provide a high quality, safe, convenient & efficient air travel service that consistently meets our customers’ needs.

Full company description

Kenn Borek Air is best known for our remote polar services utilizing ski equipped Twin Otter. KBA provides a wide range of additional services including medevac, survey, paradrop, float operations, third party maintenance and overhaul.

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People associated on LinkedIn
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Reported office locations
  • 290 McTavish Rd NE, Calgary, AB T2E 7G5, CA
  • Iqaluit , Nunavut X0A 0H0, CA
  • Resolute Bay, Nunavut X0A 0V0, CA
Business categories
  • Agriculture
Other recorded names
  • Kenn Borek Air
Specialties
  • Charter Operations
  • Survey
  • Medevac
  • Paradrop
  • Float Operations
  • Maintenance
  • and Overhaul
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Reported total investment
0

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Kenn Borek Air is best known for our remote polar services utilizing ski equipped Twin Otter. KBA provides a wide range of additional services including medevac, survey, paradrop, float operations, third party maintenance and overhaul.

FieldValue
IndustryAirlines and Aviation
Company size201-500 employees
HeadquartersCalgary, AB
Organization typePrivately Held
Year founded1971
SpecialtiesCharter OperationsSurveyMedevacParadropFloat OperationsMaintenanceand Overhaul
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Job description

Company Description

Kenn Borek Air (KBA) is a diversified worldwide aircraft charter and leasing operation. The KBA Flight Operations team is currently seeking experienced Captain(s) for the Basler (DC-3T) aircraft. Position is rotational in nature and therefore no requirement for relocation. Rotational airfare, accommodations and meal per diems will be provided by KBA.

Qualifications

  • Valid ATPL
  • 2500 hours preferred total time (2000 hours total time minimum)
  • Able to obtain medical and Transport Canada security clearances
  • Legally entitled to work in Canada and hold a valid passport with minimum 6 months before expiry
  • Arctic and off strip experience an asset

Additional Information

Kenn Borek Air offers a comprehensive employment package containing competitive wages, an excellent company-funded benefits program, a wellness flexible spending account, and an RRSP matching program. And sometimes it is the little gestures such as receiving paid time off to enjoy your birthday!

Pre-employment Drug and Alcohol screening, resulting in a negative test result, is a condition of employment. Screening is provided at KBA expense and will be conducted, where possible, on the first day of employment.

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