Pilot Opportunities at British Airways
British Airways is actively recruiting qualified and experienced pilots to become integral members of its distinguished flight operations team. This is a premier opportunity for aviation professionals seeking to advance their careers with one of the world's most recognized and respected airlines.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience Requirements
Candidates must meet the following essential criteria to be considered for this role:
- Total Flight Time: A minimum of 1500 hours of total flight time is required.
- Turbine Flight Time: A minimum of 500 hours of flight time on turbine-powered aircraft is necessary.
- Type Rating: A valid type rating is mandatory for consideration.
- Long-Haul Position Eligibility: To be considered for long-haul positions, applicants must possess more than 1500 hours of flight time at the time of online application submission. This total must encompass at least 500 hours on a relevant aeroplane type. A relevant aeroplane type is defined by Part FCL as a multi-pilot turbo-jet aircraft certified to CS-25 standards or equivalent airworthiness codes, or a multi-pilot turbo-prop aeroplane with a maximum certificated take-off mass of not less than 10 tonnes or a certified passenger seating configuration exceeding 19 passengers.
- Zero Flight Time Training (ZFTT) Eligibility: To qualify for ZFTT, applicants must have demonstrable relevant aeroplane type experience within the 12 months preceding the commencement of a ZFTT Conversion course.
- Required License: An Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) is required.
- Eligible License Holders: Applications are welcomed from holders of EASA and UK CAA licenses.
- Medical Certificate: A current Class 1 Medical Certificate is mandatory.
- ICAO English Language Proficiency (ELP): An ICAO ELP Level 6 is required.
- Visa Sponsorship: Please note that visa sponsorship is not provided for this position.
- Valid Passport: Applicants must possess a valid passport with a minimum of 12 months remaining validity before its expiry date.