Air Arabia Pilot Recruitment: A320 Captain & First Officer Opportunities
About Air Arabia
Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa's first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC) operator, is experiencing exciting and sustained growth. The airline is committed to expanding connectivity, serving new markets, and continuously enhancing operational efficiency and innovation. During the first half of 2025, Air Arabia expanded its modern fleet to a total of 83 owned and leased Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft. An additional 120 new aircraft are currently on order, with deliveries expected to commence by the end of 2025. This period also saw significant network expansion, with 13 new routes launched across its operating hubs in the UAE, Morocco, Egypt, and Pakistan.
Further solidifying its market leadership, Air Arabia is a proud consortium member (comprising Air Arabia, Nesma Group, and KUN Holding) that has successfully won the General Authority of Civil Aviation’s (GACA) competition to establish and operate a new national low-cost airline. This new carrier, based at King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, aims to begin operations in early 2026, significantly enhancing domestic and international air connectivity for the Eastern Province of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Aviation Career Opportunities & Recruitment Event
Due to its remarkable and continued expansion, Air Arabia invites applications from highly skilled and motivated aviation professionals to join its esteemed A320 fleet as A320 Captains and A320 First Officers.
The Air Arabia Pilot Recruitment Team will host a dedicated recruiting and assessment event in Bogota, Colombia, from September 15th to 19th, 2025. This exclusive opportunity is tailored for pilots currently based in South America who are keen to advance their careers with the Middle East and North Africa's leading low-cost carrier.
Applicants must be based in South America and available for in-person assessment in Bogota during the specified dates. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their details via the designated application; successful applicants who meet the criteria will be contacted by the recruitment team to confirm the next steps.
Air Arabia Culture
Air Arabia fosters a vibrant culture built on openness, diversity, ambition, and continuous growth. The company is committed to maintaining a healthy and strong environment through intentional adherence to its core values, positive behaviors, and enriching employee experiences. This dedication positions Air Arabia as an innovative, admired, and engaging workplace where individuals are encouraged to aspire, dream, and embrace exciting challenges. At Air Arabia, the focus is not just on hiring, but on empowering people to achieve their full potential.
Compensation and Benefits
Air Arabia offers a comprehensive and competitive annual compensation package designed to attract top aviation talent. This includes a basic salary, flying pay, housing allowance, and layover and meal allowances. Pilots have the opportunity to earn a competitive tax-free annual income based on 70 hours of flying per month. Additional benefits include:
- Education allowance for up to three children
- Generous paid annual leave along with a lifestyle roster, offering up to 14 consecutive days off within two calendar months
- Attractive staff travel benefits
- Comprehensive end-of-service benefits
- Accidental and life insurance coverage
Pilot Requirements
While Air Arabia is actively recruiting for both Captain and First Officer positions, the following detailed essential qualifications are specifically for the First Officer – A320 Type Rated role:
- A320 Type Rated
- Minimum 4,000 hours of total flying time
- Minimum 800 hours on A320 Family aircraft
- Recent flying experience on Airbus FBW (Fly-by-Wire) aircraft within the last 12 months
- Valid A320 type rating with a minimum of 2 months validity at the time of joining
- Current and unrestricted ICAO Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL)
- Currently active on A320 aircraft
- Unrestricted, current Class 1 medical certificate
- Maximum age of 45 years at the time of application
- English Language Fluency Level 4 or higher