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Direct Entry Pilot - Senior First Officer - UK CAA licence holder

British Airways

London Heathrow, United Kingdom

Job Description

This role involves flying British Airways' modern fleet to hundreds of international destinations while prioritising passenger safety and service excellence. You may eventually transfer between long-haul and short-haul fleets or progress to Captain rank.

Minimum Criteria to Apply

  • Current type rating with minimum 3,000 hours on relevant aircraft (excluding simulator time)

  • Recent flying experience within the past 12 months

  • Relevant multi-pilot turbine aircraft experience

  • UK Part-FCL licence (ATPL(A) or meeting hours requirements)

  • UK issued CAA Class 1 medical certificate with at least 6 months validity remaining

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

  • Swimming ability: 50m followed by 3-minute water treading, plus lifejacket fitting while treading water

  • ICAO Level 6 English proficiency (spoken and written)

  • Valid passport with minimum 12 months validity

  • UK right to work or Skilled Worker Visa eligibility

  • Tattoo policy compliance (no hand, face, or head tattoos)

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