British Airways | A320 Captain

Company Overview

As the nation's flag carrier, British Airways takes great pride in connecting Britain with the world and the world with Britain. This legacy spans over 100 years, dating back to the launch of the world's first international scheduled air service between London and Paris. A spirit of originality is deeply embedded within the airline's culture, shared with its customers, partners, and employees. At British Airways, the environment fosters ambition and encourages individuals to think big, ensuring the sky is never the limit for career progression.

BA Euroflyer, a wholly owned subsidiary of British Airways, is dedicated to elevating the airline's operations to new heights from its base at London Gatwick. Operating a short-haul network across highly sought-after European destinations, from Amsterdam and Marrakech to Nice and Corfu, the airline provides customers with the premium British Airways service and safety standards synonymous with the flag carrier.

Based in Sussex, the BA Euroflyer flying programme is designed to ensure crews return to London Gatwick every evening. Flight crew members benefit from a fixed pattern roster and a bidding system that supports a genuine lifestyle balance, allowing for optimal use of time off. The flying schedule enables preference for duty patterns, catering to early risers or those preferring later finishes. A popular swap function is also available for crew members wishing to exchange duties.

BA Euroflyer operates with a vibrant and agile team culture, prioritising connectivity and personal communication. As part of the wider British Airways group, employees have the opportunity to collaborate with experts across various fields, contributing to the ongoing development of the renowned British Airways brand.

Compensation and Benefits

Successful candidates can expect a starting salary of £114,000, plus allowances circa £25,150 (based on 800 flying hours per year). Annual incremental pay uplifts are provided on a 15-point pay scale, effective from May 1, 2025.

Key benefits include:

• Fully funded type rating courses with no associated bond.
• A fixed pattern roster designed to promote work-life balance.
• 30 days of annual leave, including single-use days for important occasions.
• An employer pension contribution of up to 15% (up to £17,100) towards future financial security.
• Access to additional optional benefits schemes such as technology, cycle to work, and electric/plug-in hybrid car schemes.
• Availability of British Airways Health Services for medical requirements, or a subsidy towards Class 1 renewals with an established AME.
• Inclusion on the prestigious British Airways master seniority list.

British Airways Master Seniority List

The BA master seniority list is applicable to all British Airways pilots. Each pilot receives a unique seniority number, which facilitates bidding for career progression opportunities, including transitions to long-haul fleets at Heathrow, training positions, or lifestyle changes such as moving to part-time contracts. The annual bid process serves as a pathway to future opportunities within the airline.

Employee and Family Benefits

A comprehensive benefits package is provided to support employees and their families:

• A Loss of Licence scheme offering protection in the event of ill health.
• Life Assurance Benefits providing cover up to 5 times the annual salary.
• Private Health Insurance with AXA PPP, with an option for additional family coverage.
• Annual Bookable Concession tickets on Staff Travel (available after 12 months of service), including Club World/Europe space-available upgrades for the employee, family, or friends.
• Access to discounted airfares, hotels, and car hire for friends and family.
• An Employee Assistance Programme providing free and confidential advice and support on matters including counselling, financial, and legal issues for employees and their families.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Candidates must meet the following minimum criteria:

• Hold a current UK issued CAA Flight Crew Licence (ATPL (A), fATPL (A), MPL) OR hold an EASA licence and satisfy the "Third Country CPL and ATPL licence conversion requirements" specified by the UK CAA (routes 3, 4, 5 or 6).
• Possess a minimum of 3500 hours total time on a CS25 aircraft.
• Possess a minimum of 1000 hours Pilot in Command (PIC) on a CS25 aircraft.
• Hold the right to live and work in the UK or possess the ability to secure a Right to Work visa.
• Height must be between 1.57m (5’2”) and 1.91m (6’3”). Pilots exceeding 1.91m may apply but will be subject to a functionality check to verify their ability to meet seating position requirements within the BA Euroflyer fleet.
• Maintain a good level of physical fitness.
• Demonstrate spoken and written English proficiency at ICAO level 6.
• Hold a valid passport with a minimum of 12 months validity from the prospective contract start date.
• Hold a valid Class 1 medical certificate with a minimum of 6 months validity from the prospective contract start date.

Pilots currently holding an EASA licence who previously held a UK Part-FCL licence are requested to provide a copy of their former UK licence or proof of completing training in the UK and being awarded a UK licence in the supporting files section of their application.

Application Process Notes

• Candidates who were unsuccessful at the initial screening, video interview, capacity testing, or assessment centre stages are eligible to reapply for the pilot recruitment campaign after a 6-month period from their most recent assessment date.
• Candidates who were unsuccessful at the simulator (SIM) stage must observe a 12-month waiting period before reapplying for the pilot recruitment campaign.
• Candidates are permitted to apply to only one airline within the British Airways family (British Airways, Euroflyer, or Cityflyer) concurrently. Unsuccessful candidates in one campaign will be ineligible to reapply to any of the three airlines within the British Airways family until the specified re-apply period has elapsed.
• Suitability for long-haul operations will be assessed during the simulator evaluation. It should be noted that there are a limited number of long-haul positions available, and the A320 fleet remains the primary focus for recruitment.
• Successful candidates will be placed into a hold pool. Candidates in the hold pool will receive a maximum of two job offers. Should a candidate decline their second job offer, they will be removed from the hold pool and will be required to reapply after 12 months, undertaking the entire selection process again.

British Airways is an equal opportunities employer that values diversity. The company does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. This job description outlines the essential information regarding the scope and general nature of the role; however, it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all qualifications, skills, duties, or working conditions associated with the position.

Current BA CityFlyer Pilots are required to apply via Jobsearch.