British Airways Direct Entry Pilot – Military Pathway
British Airways seeks experienced pilots from the Royal Air Force, Royal Navy, Royal Marines, and Army Air Corps for its Military Pilot Pathway program. This is an exceptional opportunity to continue a career of flying to exacting standards while proudly representing the nation's flag carrier.
As a British Airways pilot, the individual will provide the very best flight experience for each passenger. The role offers exciting challenges and requires performing to the highest standards daily. Pilots may join the short-haul Airbus fleet or, based on experience, one of the long-haul fleets. Numerous opportunities exist beyond flying, including training and recruiting future pilots.
Responsibilities:
- Provide world-class flying expertise.
- Ensure a positive flight experience for all passengers.
- Perform to the highest standards in a challenging environment.
- Contribute to a safety-focused and customer-centric culture.
Requirements:
- Short-haul Fleet: Minimum of 500 hours of flying time on any military type; ability to achieve a fATPL(A) and MCC (or exemption) by the date of joining.
- Long-haul Fleets: Minimum of 1500 hours of military flying time, including 500 hours or 100 sectors on a ZFTT qualifying aircraft; ability to achieve an unfrozen ATPL(A) and MCC (or exemption) by the date of joining.
- Previous military (or equivalent) flying experience within the last 3 years (fixed wing or rotary).
- Height between 1.57m (5'2") and 1.91m (6'3"). Candidates taller than 1.91m may be required to undergo a functionality check.
- A good level of physical fitness and ability to satisfy British Airways medical requirements.
- ICAO English Language Proficiency level 6.
- A valid passport (with a minimum of 12 months before the expiry date at the time of joining) allowing unrestricted worldwide travel.
- Tattoos are permissible as long as they are not on the hands, face, or head.
- UK CAA Class 1 flight crew medical (Military A1 status is acceptable at the point of application, but UK CAA Class 1 must be achieved before a job offer is made).
- Right to live and work in the UK.
- Meet the criteria of QMP as defined in CAP 2254.
- Started ATPL ground school and be confident of completing and issuing a fATPL(A) within 18 months of application.
Applications are welcome from QMPs who have already left or are looking to exit the military within the next 18 months.
Successful applicants will receive a company-funded type rating and join British Airways on the Direct Entry Pilot payscale. Opportunities for a fast track to Short Haul command are available for candidates with suitable experience and aptitude. Job offers may be made for the A320, A350, A380, B777 or B787. Preference will be given to those that hold a current rating on the aircraft type.
British Airways is an equal opportunities employer and values diversity.
Benefits:
British Airways offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career development. These benefits include:
- Dynamic Career Path
- Varied Roster Patterns (night stops, day trips and tours)
- Company pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution)
- Eligible for extensive British Airways worldwide staff travel
- Greater choice of 5 different fleet types (after initial freeze)
- Life insurance benefits
- Company funded conversion course/type rating (not bonded)
- Unlimited discounted airfares for your friends and family
- Discounts at selected car hire, hotels, and retail stores
- A range of voluntary benefits for yourself and family members
- Private medical cover, dental and critical illness cover, technology scheme, Cycle to Work and Electric/Plug-in Hybrid car scheme