Pilot Traders Capital LLC

Private & Limited Hedge Fund

Regulation D 506(c) – Domestic U.S. Fund
Minimum Investment: $250,000
Target Raise: $25,000,000

1. Executive Summary

Pilot Traders Capital LLC is a U.S.-based quantitative hedge fund specializing in systematic futures trading across S&P 500 (ES/MES), Nasdaq 100 (NQ/MNQ), Gold (GC/MGC), and Crude Oil (CL/MCL) markets.

Founded and managed by David Story, a professional aviator, algorithmic trader, and risk engineer, the fund is designed to deliver consistent, risk-controlled returns through adaptive trading systems that capitalize on short-term liquidity cycles and volatility compression phases.

Our mission is to apply aviation-grade precision, discipline, and systemization to global markets β€” turning volatility into predictable, quantifiable opportunity.

2. Founder Profile

David Story β€” Founder & Managing Partner

  • Entrepreneur, pilot, and quantitative strategist with over two decades of experience in aviation operations and market systems design.
  • Creator of the Pilot Traders ecosystem β€” a suite of predictive algorithms, market condition dashboards, and systematic indicators used globally by traders and analysts.
  • Combines the procedural discipline of aviation with advanced quantitative modeling to engineer low-risk, high-efficiency strategies.
  • Operates on the principle: β€œRisk is not avoided; it is engineered.”

3. Strategic Vision

Pilot Traders Capital operates at the intersection of technology, behavioral science, and risk management.

Our goal is to generate non-correlated, systematic returns with controlled drawdowns using adaptive algorithms that continuously evolve with market structure and volatility.

The fund’s architecture is designed for:

  • Capital preservation first, profit generation second.
  • Real-time adaptability through dynamic algorithmic optimization.
  • Quarterly liquidity with transparent performance reporting.

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4. Investment Philosophy

Our edge is built on three core beliefs:

  1. Precision Over Prediction β€” Markets are probabilistic systems; precision comes from structure, not forecasts.
  2. Systematic Consistency β€” Emotionless execution and layered confirmation signals produce repeatable outcomes.
  3. Risk Engineering β€” By controlling exposure and compounding strategically, drawdowns remain negligible while upside remains open.

Each trade is treated as a micro-operation, governed by statistical edge, volatility thresholds, and capital-allocation algorithms.

5. Core Strategy Framework

Markets Traded:

  • Equity Index Futures: ES, MES, NQ, MNQ
  • Metals: GC, MGC
  • Energy: CL, MCL

Primary Methodology:

  • Short-Term Liquidity Capture
  • Momentum and Mean-Reversion Hybrid Systems
  • Multi-Tier Entry & Exit Laddering
  • Adaptive Trailing and Hedging Structures

Execution Horizon:

  • Intraday to Multi-Session (1–3 day) positions
  • High-frequency structure with low drawdown exposure

6. Performance Metrics

(Backtested Jan 2025 – Oct 2025)

 

Metric Result
Annualized Return 10 % – 75 % (variable by volatility regime)
Sharpe Ratio 1.861
Profit Factor 12.337
Maximum Drawdown 0.7 %
Correlation to S&P 500
 < 0.25
Trade Frequency Dynamic / Adaptive

7. Risk Management Framework

  • Tiered Exposure Caps: Multi-layered entry design prevents compounding loss.
  • Dynamic Stop Logic: Algorithmic ATR-based stops updated in real time.
  • Capital Allocation Control: Max exposure per instrument limited to pre-set volatility windows.
  • Drawdown Guardrail: Automated trading suspension if cumulative loss > 0.75 %.
  • Continuous Optimization: Systems retrained monthly using live volatility datasets.

8. Fund Structure & Terms

 

Term Result
Fund Type U.S. Domestic LLC – Reg D 506(c) Private Offering
Minimum Investment $250,000
Target Raise $25 Million
Lock-Up Period 12 Months (renewable annually)
Management Fee 5 % per year, collected quarterly (1.25 % per quarter)
Performance Fees
  • 10 % of profits if annual ROI = 10–24 %
  • 25 % if ROI = 25–34 %
  • 35 % if ROI β‰₯ 35 %
Redemptions Annually, post lock-up
Reporting Real-time dashboard + quarterly investor reports

9. Transparency & Technology

Pilot Traders Capital offers daily real-time dashboards for investors to view:

  • Account-level performance metrics
  • Strategy allocation summaries
  • Open and closed trade data (aggregated)
  • Equity curve updates and system health reports

Full transparency ensures investor trust and operational accountability.

10. Investor Value Proposition

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Proven Algorithmic Framework

Built on 10+ years of market research.

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Low Drawdown, High Efficiency

Drawdown capped < 1 %, Profit Factor > 12.
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Founder-Led Execution

Single-operator oversight ensures alignment of interest.
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Quarterly Profit Participation

Investors benefit from immediate compounding cycles.
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Transparency and Control

Real-time access, clear communication, and measurable performance.

11. Leadership & Philosophy

β€œIn aviation, precision keeps you alive.
In markets, precision keeps you profitable.” β€” David Story

David applies the same procedural discipline that governs flight operations to capital markets: checklist logic, data validation, contingency planning, and continuous optimization.

This framework eliminates guesswork and enforces systematic consistency β€” the cornerstone of Pilot Traders Capital.

Call to Action

Pilot Traders Capital LLC

Raising $25 Million in Private Commitments

Now open to accredited investors and strategic partners seeking non-correlated, risk-controlled exposure to global futures markets.

Contact:

David Story
Founder & Managing Partner

david@pilottraders.com
www.PilotTradersCapital.com