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Direct Entry Pilot - Long-haul - UK CAA licence holder

British Airways

London Heathrow, United Kingdom

Job Description

Your goal will be to provide the very best flight experience possible for each passenger. You will join one of British Airways' four long-haul fleets, with opportunities to transfer between aircraft types or transition to short-haul Captain positions.

Minimum Criteria to Apply

  • Current type rating with minimum 1,500 total flight hours (500+ on relevant aircraft; max 100 in simulator)

  • Flying experience on a relevant aeroplane type within the past 12 months

  • UK Part-FCL licence (ATPL(A) or equivalent hours to obtain it)

  • UK CAA Class 1 medical certificate with 6+ months validity remaining

  • Height 1.57m to 1.91m (taller applicants may require functionality assessment)

  • Good level of physical fitness

  • ICAO English Level 6 (spoken and written)

  • Valid passport with 12+ months before expiry

  • Uniform compliance; tattoos acceptable except on hands, face, or head

  • Swimming capability: 50m followed by treading water for 3 minutes, and water rescue assistance skills

Key Offerings

  • Competitive pension with up to 15% employer contribution

  • Staff travel benefits

  • Varied roster patterns

  • Company-funded type rating conversion

  • Access to five fleet types after an initial period

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