British Airways | A320 Pilot

Direct Entry Pilot, BA Euroflyer

Company Overview

As the nation’s flag carrier, British Airways proudly connects Britain with the world and the world with Britain. With a heritage spanning over 100 years, dating back to the world's first international scheduled air service, British Airways embodies a spirit of originality shared with its customers, partners, and colleagues. The airline believes in the power of inspiration and ambition, where the sky is truly never the limit. As part of the wider British Airways family, colleagues benefit from working alongside industry experts and representing a globally recognised brand.

About BA Euroflyer

Based at London Gatwick, BA Euroflyer is a wholly owned British Airways subsidiary rapidly taking its operations to new heights. Operating a growing network of over 40 destinations across Europe and North Africa, including popular holiday hotspots, BA Euroflyer colleagues consistently deliver the premium British Airways service and uphold the highest safety standards. The operation is structured to return to the home base at London Gatwick every evening.

The Role

BA Euroflyer seeks highly skilled, energetic, and experienced Direct Entry Pilots with a clear aspiration for Command. The ideal candidate will be an experienced First Officer possessing strong leadership capabilities, inspired to become a Captain and serve as a role model for the highest professional standards within the BA Euroflyer operation.

The Direct Entry Pilot pathway is specifically designed to support and guide successful candidates towards achieving Captain status at BA Euroflyer, typically within 12 months, subject to vacancy availability and meeting required standards. The role is based in Sussex, with the flying programme returning to London Gatwick daily. Flight crew benefit from a bidding system based on a fixed pattern roster, promoting work-life balance and allowing for greater planning of time off. A preference system and a swap function further enhance control over the flying schedule.

What We Offer

BA Euroflyer provides a comprehensive and attractive package for its pilots, including:

• Starting salary of £78,000 per annum, plus allowances estimated at £14,332 (based on 800 flying hours per year).
• Upon successful completion of the Command course, salary increases to £115,460 per annum, plus allowances estimated at £25,148, with annual incremental pay uplifts on a 15-point scale.
• Fully funded type rating courses with no training bond.
• A newly introduced fixed pattern roster designed for genuine lifestyle balance.
• 30 days of annual leave, including single-use leave days for special occasions.
• Employer pension contributions of up to 15% (up to £11,250 in year one and £16,500 upon upgrade).
• Access to optional benefits including dental and critical illness cover, technology scheme, cycle to work, and electric/plug-in hybrid car scheme.
• Access to British Airways Health Services for medicals or a subsidy for Class 1 medical renewals via an established AME relationship.
• Inclusion on the British Airways master seniority list, supporting future career aspirations such as bidding for long-haul fleets, training positions, or part-time roles.
• Loss of Licence scheme coverage.
• Life Assurance Benefits up to 5 times salary.
• Private Health Insurance with AXA PPP, with additional cover available for family.
• Annual Bookable Concessions on Staff Travel (after 12 months service) with business class space available upgrades for the employee, family, or friends across the British Airways network.
• Unlimited discounted airfares, hotels, and car hire for your friends and family.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering free advice and support including counselling, financial, and legal assistance.

What We Look For

Candidates are expected to meet the following essential criteria:

• Hold a current UK issued CAA Flight Crew Licence (ATPL (A), fATPL (A), MPL) or hold an EASA licence and meet the specified “Third Country CPL and ATPL licence conversion requirements” set out by the UK CAA (routes 3, 4, 5 or 6).
• Possess a minimum of 2500 total flying hours (subject to factorisation), with a breakdown included in the application.
• Hold the unrestricted right to live and work in the UK.
• Height between 1.57m (5’2”) and 1.91m (6’3”). Candidates taller than 1.91m may apply but will require a functionality check to confirm ability to meet seating requirements in the BA Euroflyer fleet.
• Demonstrate a good level of physical fitness.
• Hold Spoken and Written English ICAO level 6.
• Possess a valid passport with a minimum of 12 months validity from the potential contract start date.
• Hold a valid Class One Medical certificate with a minimum of 6 months validity from the potential contract start date.

BA Euroflyer maintains a vibrant and energising team culture, staying connected and communicating on a personal level, putting colleagues at the heart of operations.

Equal Opportunities Employer

British Airways is an equal opportunities employer and values diversity, not discriminating based on race, religion, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. This job description provides information essential to understanding the scope of the job but is not an exhaustive list of all qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position.