Professional Pilot Contract

PROFESSIONAL PILOT CONTRACT

This Professional Pilot Contract (the "Agreement") is entered into as of the date set forth below by and between Operator Name: with principal place of business at Address: and Pilot Name: whose address is Pilot Address: . The parties agree as follows.

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Operator owns, leases or operates the aircraft identified as Aircraft Type/Model: Registration/Serial No.: ; and

WHEREAS, Operator desires to engage Pilot to perform professional pilot services for the operation and safe conduct of flights on Operator's behalf; and

WHEREAS, Pilot represents that Pilot holds all necessary certificates, ratings and medical qualifications required to perform such services and is willing to perform such services in accordance with the terms of this Agreement.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants contained herein, and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, the parties agree as follows.

1. ENGAGEMENT; SCOPE OF SERVICES

1.1 Engagement. Operator hereby engages Pilot, and Pilot accepts engagement, to act as pilot-in-command, co-pilot, and perform such flight, non-flight and administrative duties as reasonably requested by Operator in connection with the operation of the aircraft identified above. Services include but are not limited to pre-flight planning, flight crewing, post-flight reporting, recurrent training, and compliance activities.

2. TERM

2.1 Term. The term of this Agreement shall commence on Commencement Date: Month Day Year and shall continue until Termination Date: Month Day Year unless earlier terminated in accordance with Section 11.

2.2 Renewal. The Agreement may be renewed or extended only by written amendment signed by both parties.

3. COMPENSATION AND EXPENSES

Salary / Retainer Hourly / Flight hour Per-trip / Per diem

3.1 Payment. Operator shall pay Pilot in accordance with the compensation selections above. All compensation is subject to deductions required by law, and Operator shall provide written statements reflecting payments and withholdings as required by applicable labor and tax law.

4. DUTIES, STANDARDS AND CERTIFICATIONS

4.1 Licenses and Medical. Pilot represents and warrants that Pilot currently holds all required pilot certificates, type ratings (if required), and medical certificates necessary to perform the Services. License/Certificate Numbers: Medical class: Medical expiration: Month Day Year .

4.2 Standard of Performance. Pilot shall perform Services in a professional manner consistent with industry standards, good airmanship and the safe operation of the aircraft. Pilot shall comply with Operator's operations manuals, policies, and any applicable regulatory requirements.

4.3 Background Checks and Drug/Alcohol Screening. Pilot consents to and shall maintain compliance with any background checks, security vetting, and drug and alcohol testing policies required by Operator or governing authorities. A positive test or failure to pass security vetting constitutes grounds for immediate termination for cause.

5. FLIGHT TIME, DUTY LIMITS AND REST

5.1 Duty Limits. Pilot shall adhere to applicable maximum flight time, flight duty period and rest requirements established by the regulating authority or by Operator's safety management system. Minimum guaranteed duty or flight hours per month: Maximum duty hours per day: .

6. TRAINING, CHECKRIDES AND CURRENCY

6.1 Training. Pilot shall attend recurrent training, proficiency checks and type ratings as required by Operator. Frequency of training/checkrides: . Operator shall schedule such training with reasonable notice and shall bear the costs of required Operator-mandated training unless otherwise agreed.

7. AIRCRAFT, MAINTENANCE AND EQUIPMENT

7.1 Aircraft Condition. Operator shall ensure the aircraft is maintained in an airworthy condition and shall provide all required maintenance, inspections and modifications. Pilot shall promptly report discrepancies and shall not operate the aircraft when known to be unairworthy.

8. INSURANCE AND INDEMNITY

8.1 Insurance. Operator shall maintain hull, liability and passenger liability insurance in amounts customary for the aircraft and operations described herein. Minimum liability coverage amount: . Operator shall provide evidence of insurance upon reasonable request.

8.2 Indemnification. Each party shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless the other party and its officers, directors, employees and agents from and against any claims, losses, liabilities, damages and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from the indemnifying party's negligence, willful misconduct or breach of this Agreement, except to the extent caused by the indemnified party's negligence or willful misconduct.

9. CONFIDENTIALITY

9.1 Confidential Information. Pilot shall not disclose, use or permit the use of any Confidential Information of Operator except as required to perform Services under this Agreement. "Confidential Information" includes operations manuals, customer lists, schedules, pricing, technical data and other proprietary information, whether oral, written or electronic.

9.2 Survival. The obligations of this Section shall survive termination of this Agreement for a period of three (3) years or such longer period as may be required by applicable law with respect to trade secrets.

10. NON-COMPETE AND NON-SOLICITATION

10.1 Non-Competition. During the Term and for a period of following termination, Pilot shall not directly provide pilot services for a competing operator within a radius of of Operator's primary base for contracted customers without prior written consent of Operator. The parties acknowledge that this provision is reasonable and limited in duration and scope.

10.2 Non-Solicitation. During the Term and for twelve (12) months after termination, Pilot shall not solicit or accept business from Operator's clients or solicit Operator's employees for employment.

11. TERMINATION

11.1 Termination for Cause. Either party may terminate this Agreement for cause upon written notice if the other party materially breaches this Agreement and fails to cure the breach within thirty (30) days after receipt of written notice specifying the breach, except that certain breaches (including revocation of required certificates or a positive drug/alcohol test) may permit immediate termination.

11.2 Termination Without Cause. Either party may terminate this Agreement without cause upon providing prior written notice to the other party.

12. RECORDS, LOGBOOKS AND AUDIT

12.1 Recordkeeping. Pilot shall maintain accurate flight logs, duty records and records of training and shall provide copies to Operator upon request. Pilot shall retain logbooks and records as required by applicable law and Operator policy.

12.2 Audit. Operator may audit Pilot's records related to performance of Services upon reasonable notice and during regular business hours.

13. COMPLIANCE WITH LAW; DRUG/ALCOHOL POLICY

Pilot shall comply with all applicable laws, regulations and Operator policies relating to aviation safety, security, drug and alcohol testing, and record retention. Any violation constitutes a material breach of this Agreement and may result in immediate termination.

14. NOTICES

All notices required or permitted under this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered to the addresses set forth below by hand, certified mail, or recognized overnight courier, and shall be effective upon receipt.

15. AMENDMENTS; WAIVER; COUNTERPARTS

This Agreement may be amended only by a written instrument executed by both parties. The failure of either party to enforce any right under this Agreement shall not be deemed a waiver of such right. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, and all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.

16. GOVERNING LAW; ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of , without regard to its conflicts of law principles. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior agreements related to the subject matter hereof. If any provision of this Agreement is held invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement shall remain in full force and effect.

17. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

17.1 Assignment. Pilot shall not assign or subcontract performance of any Services without Operator's prior written consent. Operator may assign its rights hereunder upon written notice to Pilot.

17.2 Relationship of Parties. The parties are independent contracting parties and nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to create an employment relationship, partnership or joint venture unless expressly agreed in writing. Employment classification (select applicable):

Independent contractor Employee

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