jobs in U.S.
I know of a company that has openings right now for EMS pilots. Air Methods Corp. Mins are high (1500-2000) but they are always looking. Decent pay, nice, well maintained equipment, 401 match, medical bens. Also, don't just look at Western U.S. for training. As long as your here, look everywhere. The cost of living can be substantially lower in the midwest. Here is one example. There is also a good company in the St Louis area.
lakesuperiorhelicopters.com
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