B737 Captain - Turkish Airlines
Turkish Airlines, the world's largest mainline carrier by passenger destinations, invites experienced B737 Captains to join its team and embark on a journey of global exploration.
As of 2024, Turkish Airlines operates scheduled services to 272 destinations across Europe, Asia, Oceania, Africa, and America, solidifying its position as the global leader in passenger destination coverage. The airline is a proud member of the Star Alliance network, established in 1997 as the first truly global airline alliance, and is dedicated to providing seamless service and a commitment to customer satisfaction.
Due to the airline's continuous growth, Turkish Airlines seeks to recruit several B737 Captains to join its Istanbul-based team on a full-time, permanent basis. This opportunity presents a unique chance to join a dynamic airline with a strong commitment to career progression, including potential advancement to the wide-body fleet.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage
- Accommodation provided for the initial 14 days of employment
- Generous staff travel benefits
- Quarterly bonus payments
- Travel allowance, subject to destination
- Loss of license coverage
- Annual leave entitlement increases with years of service
Role Requirements:
- Relocation to Istanbul (or current residency in Istanbul)
- Clean criminal record
- Valid ICAO (selected) / EASA / FAA license
- B737 Type-Rating
- Minimum 5,500 total flight hours (excluding simulator and line-check hours)
- Minimum 1,000 hours PIC on type
- Minimum 3,000 hours of flight experience on aircraft types exceeding 27 tonnes (excluding simulator and line-check hours)
- Minimum 250 hours on the B737 within the past 12 months
- Valid LPC (Line Proficiency Check)
- ELP (English Language Proficiency) Level 4
Application Process:
- Submit your CV and relevant documents.
- Participate in a telephone interview.
- Complete the online application process.
- Attend a three-day assessment in Istanbul, encompassing a simulator evaluation, interviews, and a health check.