British Airways: Military Pilot Pathway
British Airways seeks experienced pilots from the Royal Air Force, Royal Navy, Royal Marines, and Army Air Corps for an exciting career pathway. This is an exceptional opportunity to continue flying to exacting standards while proudly representing the nation's flag carrier.
As a Military Pathway Direct Entry Pilot, the individual will be integral to providing the best possible flight experience for each passenger. The pilot will maintain world-class flying standards while embracing the challenges and excitement of commercial aviation.
The role offers a dynamic career path with opportunities to join the short-haul Airbus fleet or, depending on experience, one of the long-haul fleets. The individual will have opportunities beyond flying, including training and recruitment roles. British Airways values work-life balance and offers a competitive reward and benefits package.
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing exceptional flight experiences for passengers.
- Maintaining world-class flying standards.
- Performing to the highest standards in a challenging environment.
Experience and Qualifications:
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 joining date.
Long-haul Fleets:
- Minimum of 1500 hours of military flying time, of which 500 hours or 100 sectors must be completed on a ZFTT qualifying aircraft.
- Ability to achieve an unfrozen ATPL(A) and MCC (or exemption) by the joining date.
Plus:
- 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"). Pilots taller than 1.91m may apply but will undergo a functionality check.
- A good level of physical fitness and ability to meet British Airways medical requirements.
- ICAO English Language Proficiency level 6.
- A valid passport (with a minimum of 12 months before expiry 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.
- Meeting the criteria of QMP as defined in CAP 2254.
- Started ATPL ground school and confident of completing fATPL(A) within 18 months of application.
Applications are welcomed 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 will join British Airways on the Direct Entry Pilot payscale. Opportunities for a fast track to Short Haul command are available for candidates who possess suitable experience and aptitude.
Job offers may be made for the A320, A350, A380, B777, or B787 (B777 pilots operate out of LHR and LGW). Preference will be given to those that hold a current rating on the aircraft type. Moves to other fleets will be processed via the internal fleet move system and awarded on a seniority basis.
Benefits:
British Airways values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Competitive salary
- Brilliant staff travel benefits, including unlimited basic and premium standby tickets.
- Discounted "Hotline" airfares for yourself, friends, and family.
- Company pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution).
- Life insurance benefits.
- Company-funded conversion course/type rating (not bonded).
- 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.
- Dynamic Career Path
- Varied Roster Patterns (night stops, day trips and tours)
- Eligible for extensive British Airways worldwide staff travel
- Greater choice of 5 different fleet types (after initial freeze)
- Unlimited discounted airfares for your friends and family
British Airways is an equal opportunities employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.