Transair
Transair Cargo, operating under the ICAO code NAC and IATA code RDS, is a cargo airline based in Honolulu, Hawaii. The airline operates a fleet primarily composed of Boeing 737-200F freighters, as well as smaller aircraft like the Shorts SD3-60 for regional routes. Transair specializes in inter-island cargo services in Hawaii and provides worldwide contract-based services. It has a notable presence at its primary hub in Honolulu (PHNL), and while the fleet has faced some challenges, including a 2021 crash incident, the company continues to operate under a commitment to safety. Transair offers pilots flexibility, including flying on contracts to various global destinations, and pilots are typically based in Honolulu. The company has a history of adapting to market needs with a varied fleet and a focus on air cargo.
Airline Notes
Transair is a family-owned business based in Hawaii since 1982, providing both FAR 121 and 135 interisland cargo services.
The airline operates a fleet that includes Boeing 737s and Shorts SD3-60 aircraft, offering flights to major airports across Hawaii, such as Honolulu (HNL), Lihue (LIH), Hilo (ITO), Kailua-Kona (KOA), and Kahului (OGG), with extended services to Molokai (PHMK) and Lanai (PHMU).
Transair operates under the IATA code T4 and ICAO code RDS.
Boeing 737 Pilot Hiring Minimums
Requirements
Must be a US citizen or have resident alien status (green card)
High school diploma or equivalent
B737 Type rating preferred, but not required
ATP - airplane multiengine land
Current FAA First Class medical certificate (waivers only accepted on a case by case basis)
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test, 5-year background check, 10-year criminal history check and security threat assessment.
Captain Minimums (hired straight in as a Captain)
4500 total time - will consider 4000 TT w/ significant experience in aircraft over 80,000 lbs MTOW
500 hours turbojet/turbofan
1000 hours flying SIC under Title 14 USC Part 121 or PIC Part 135 (unless "grandfathered")
First Officer Minimums
1500 total flight time (2000 preferred)
500 hours multiengine turboprop or multiengine jet
Shorts SD3-60 Pilot Hiring Minimums
Requirements
Must be a US citizen or have resident alien status (green card)
High school diploma or equivalent
Commercial Pilot - airplane multiengine land
Current FAA First Class medical certificate (waivers only accepted on a case by case basis)
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test, 5-year background check, 10-year criminal history check and security threat assessment.
Note: Shorts SD3-60 aircraft operate under Part 135 (no maximum age limitation).
Captain Minimums (hired straight in as a Captain)
ATP
2000 total time
1000 multiengine land
500 turbine
Flow-Through Jet Transition: 135 Transair Shorts SD3-60 Captains who are recommended by the SD3-60 Chief Pilot are eligible to transition to 121 Transair B737 First Officers.
First Officer Minimums
FAA Commercial pilot’s certificate
500 total time desired, 300 considered
100 multiengine land desired, 60 considered
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Airline Type
Cargo, Charter
Number of Pilots
30
Number of Aircraft in Fleet
10
Number of Domiciles
1
Union
None
Fleet
737-200: 5
Shorts 360: 5
Domiciles
HNL
Airline Notes
Transair is a family-owned business based in Hawaii since 1982, providing both FAR 121 and 135 interisland cargo services.
The airline operates a fleet that includes Boeing 737s and Shorts SD3-60 aircraft, offering flights to major airports across Hawaii, such as Honolulu (HNL), Lihue (LIH), Hilo (ITO), Kailua-Kona (KOA), and Kahului (OGG), with extended services to Molokai (PHMK) and Lanai (PHMU).
Transair operates under the IATA code T4 and ICAO code RDS.