Paccair

[ndpilot701]

Hi all! Just wondering if anyone has any info about Paccair(think that's the right spelling) out of KOSH. They're a 135 outfit flying Navajos.

Regards,
Scott
KJMS

 

[cargoflyr69]

Yeah, I knew a pilot for them about 6 months ago when I flew freight in the Twin Cities. I don't think they have navajos unless something changed since I left. You may be thinking of my old company which has the navajos. Both companies fly checks for the same courrier, ICS.

At the time they were flying a couple of aztecs and a 310. (even a 172 from time to time when other planes broke!) They flew bankwork in the dakotas, MN, WI, and IA Their runs were constantly changing as they would underbid other companies bids. We lost 2 runs to them! I know their MX was not too good on the 310 as it was in the shop everyother day.

It was my understanding that the certificate (PacAir) is based in OSH and owned by a retired NWA pilot. He owns one of the Aztecs. The other planes are leased. The 310 was from Crystal-Shamrock (KMIC) and the rest were leased from Prioity Air (KATY) IMHO, I wonder how they could make a profit with so many hands in the cookie jar, unless their pilots worked for free! Like I said this is somewhat dated info so take it for what its worth.

 

[ndpilot701]

Thanks for the info!

Yes, one of the owners still flies for NWA. They must be into Navajo's now. They bought an extra engine for one from the FBO I work at, and are looking to buy 1, possibly 2, Navajos the FBO owner used to have leased out to companies on cargo runs.

If you hear anything else about them, specifically pay and working conditions, please let me know.

Regards,
Scott
KJMS

 

[cargoflyr69]

Will Do, I'm out on the east coast now and when I'm home its usually with the family. My knowledge of twin cities aviation is decreasing exponentially! Good luck with your search. May want to look at fargo jet center. I know they had freight runs. Also Aberdeen Flying service or Capital City Air Carrier in Pierre, SD too! Happy landings!