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Job summary

An established industry player in aviation is seeking qualified pilots for direct entry positions on a range of aircraft including the A320, A350, A380, B777, and B787. This role demands a current UK CAA Flight Crew Licence or an EASA licence with the necessary conversion, alongside a Class 1 Medical certification. Candidates must demonstrate a good level of physical fitness and possess strong English communication skills. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will contribute to the excellence of air travel. If you meet the strict requirements, this is a fantastic opportunity to advance your aviation career.

Qualifications

  • Must hold a valid UK CAA Flight Crew Licence or an EASA licence with conversion.
  • Requires a Class 1 Medical and good physical fitness.

Responsibilities

  • Pilots will operate various aircraft types including A320, A350, A380, B777, and B787.
  • Preference for those with current ratings on the aircraft type.

Skills

English (spoken and written ICAO level 6)

Physical fitness

Education

Current UK issued CAA Flight Crew Licence ATPL (A), fATPL (A), MPL

EASA licence with UK CAA conversion

UK CAA Class 1 Medical

Job description

Direct Entry Pilot - B787 B777 A350 A380 - LHR
British Airways

Important: This company has strict nationality & Licence requirements.
Do not apply and do not contact the carrier unless you meet their restrictions.

Minimum Requirements:
  • Current UK issued CAA Flight Crew Licence ATPL (A), fATPL (A), MPL or hold an EASA licence and meet the “Third Country CPL and ATPL licence conversion requirements” set out by the UK CAA (route 3, 4, 5 or 6).
  • UK CAA Class 1 Medical.
  • Height between 1.57m (5’2”) and 1.91m (6’3”). Qualified pilots taller than 1.91m may submit an application but will be required to undergo a functionality check to confirm their ability to meet requirements of the seating positions in the variety of BA fleets.
  • Good level of physical fitness.
  • Spoken and written English ICAO level 6.
  • Valid passport (minimum 12 months before expiry date).
  • Pilots who currently hold an EASA licence and previously held a UK Part-FCL licence, please upload a copy of your previous UK licence or proof that you completed training in the UK and was awarded a UK licence in the supporting files section of your application.
Additional Notes:
  • Job offers will be made for the A320, A350, A380, B777 or B787 (B777 pilots operate out of LHR and LGW).
  • Preference will be given to those that hold a current rating on the aircraft type.
  • Moves to other fleets will be processed via the internal fleet move system and awarded on a seniority basis.

Human Resources
British Airways
The Rivers
Cranebank
PO Box 59 - Heathrow Airport
Hounslow, Middlesex
TW6 2SL
UNITED KINGDOM

Important: PLEASE RE-READ the Experience & Citizenship Rules before applying.
DO NOT APPLY or CONTACT this Co. unless you meet the Requirements.
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