Job Title: Captain – BA Cityflyer

BA Cityflyer is seeking experienced Captains to join our team as we continue to evolve our airline. We pride ourselves on the qualities of modern Britain—creativity, diversity, and warmth—and are looking for professionals who share these values. As a BA Cityflyer Captain, you will be responsible for delivering an exceptional flight experience for our business and leisure customers traveling to and from the heart of London.

Role Overview

Operating the Embraer 190 into London City Airport, you will navigate one of the world’s most demanding operating environments. Captains are expected to maintain the highest professional standards, ensuring the safety and satisfaction of our high-value, sophisticated customer base. This role requires a flexible approach to a dynamic seven-day-a-week operation, encompassing business, charter, and leisure flights across various rosters, including day trips, night stops, and tours.

Minimum Requirements

Current UK CAA Part-FCL licence ATPL (A), or the ability to convert to a UK licence via the CAA EASA transfer process (route 5 or 6).
Current type rating with a minimum of 4,000 total flight hours.
Minimum of 1,500 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) of a commercial jet or turbo-prop multi-crew aircraft (MTOW 20,000kg or greater; excludes PICUS hours).
ICAO English language proficiency level 6.
Valid ME Instrument rating.
Valid Class 1 Medical (must be valid for at least 6 months post-joining date).
Desirable: E-Jet type rating and/or current experience as a Captain.

Compensation and Benefits

Permanent contract effective from the first day of employment.
Company-funded conversion course/type rating (subject to a bond).
Private Medical Scheme and Life Assurance.
Medical and licence renewals covered by BA Cityflyer.
Company pension scheme with up to 12% employer contribution.
Loss of Licence scheme provided upon joining.
Company car leasing scheme and Cycle to Work program.
Annual leave: 30 days, increasing after 7 years of service to a maximum of 35 days.
Extensive British Airways worldwide staff travel benefits and up to 30 discounted ‘Hotline’ airfares per year for friends and family.
Discounts on selected car hire, hotels, and retail stores.

Application Notes

Applicants must upload a copy of their licence, Class 1 Medical, and the last three pages of their logbook with their application. Please note that hours and ratings will be verified during the screening and assessment phases.

Application Policy

Candidates unsuccessful at the initial screening, video interview, capacity testing, or assessment centre may reapply after 6 months. Candidates unsuccessful at the SIM stage may reapply after 12 months.
Applicants may only apply to one airline within the British Airways family (British Airways, Euroflyer, or Cityflyer) at a time. If unsuccessful, the specified re-apply period applies across all three entities.

BA Cityflyer is an equal opportunities employer committed to sustainable employment and workplace diversity.