03 August 2026
British Airways | Captain
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
BA Cityflyer is seeking experienced Captains to operate the Embraer 190 aircraft from London City Airport. This role involves flying business, charter, and leisure flights across Europe with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service to both business and leisure travellers arriving in London. The position offers a dynamic operational environment within a supportive team, contributing to the airline's mission to 'Build a Better Cityflyer'.
About the Role
- Operate the Embraer 190 aircraft from London City Airport.
- Deliver exceptional flight experiences for business and leisure customers.
- Work flexibly within a close-knit team to support a seven-day-a-week operation.
- Fly business, charter, and leisure flights on a varied roster, including day trips, night stops, and tours.
- Contribute to an operation that combines premium customers, diverse European flying, and the operational challenges of London City Airport.
- Uphold industry-defining standards of customer service in a demanding yet exciting environment.
Requirements
- Hold a current UK CAA Part-FCL ATPL (A) licence, or possess the ability to convert to a UK licence via CAA EASA transfer process routes 5 or 6.
- Possess a current type rating with a minimum of 4000 hours total flying time.
- Include at least 1500 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC) of a commercial jet or turbo-prop multi-crew aircraft, with the 1500 PIC hours being on an aircraft with an MTOW of 20,000kg or greater and excluding PICUS hours.
- Demonstrate ICAO English language proficiency at Level 6.
- Hold a valid Multi-Engine Instrument Rating.
- Possess a valid Class 1 Medical certificate, valid for at least 6 months from the date of joining.
- An E-Jet type rating is desirable but not essential.
- Currently operating as a Captain is desirable.
Qualifications
- Permanent contract with full terms and conditions from the first day of employment.
- Company-funded conversion course/type rating (with bond).
- Private Medical Scheme.
- Medical and licence renewals paid by BA Cityflyer.
- Company pension scheme with up to 12% employer contribution.
- Loss of Licence scheme upon joining.
- Life Assurance.
- Company car leasing scheme and Cycle to Work scheme.
- 30 days annual leave upon completion of 7 years' service, increasing by 1 day per year to a maximum of 35 days.
- Extensive British Airways worldwide staff travel benefits upon joining.
- Up to 30 discounted 'Hotline' airfares per year for self, friends, and family.
- Discounts at selected car hire, hotels, and retail stores.