BA Euroflyer, a British Airways Group airline, is actively seeking highly skilled and dedicated Direct Entry Captains to join its short-haul operations based at London Gatwick. This pivotal role offers exceptional career progression, a fixed-pattern roster designed for work-life balance, and the opportunity to fly to diverse European and North African destinations.
About the Role
As a Direct Entry Captain with BA Euroflyer, you will embody British Airways' century-long pioneering spirit, connecting London Gatwick with some of Europe and North Africa's most desirable destinations. This role is ideal for experienced Captains seeking a dynamic, close-knit team environment where career ambition is supported by genuine lifestyle balance. Benefit from a fixed pattern roster designed to ensure you return to base nightly, along with a bidding system and swap function that allows for personalised schedule management.
Requirements
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Hold a UK-issued CAA ATPL (A), fATPL (A), MPL, or an EASA licence meeting UK CAA conversion routes (3, 4, 5, or 6).
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Possess a minimum of 3000 hours total flight time on an aircraft type that satisfies ZFTT (Zero Flight Time Training), with recent operational experience on this type within the last six months.
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Accrue a minimum of 1000 hours Pilot in Command (PIC) time, with recent PIC operational experience within the last six months.
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Have the unrestricted right to live and work in the UK, or possess the ability to obtain a valid Right to Work visa.
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Maintain a valid ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 6.
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Hold a current and valid Class 1 Medical Certificate.
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Possess a valid passport.
Benefits
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Competitive starting salary of £114,000 (subject to 2026 pay review), supplemented by approximately £25,150 in annual allowances (based on 800 flying hours per year).
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A fully funded type rating with no associated bond.
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A fixed-pattern roster ensuring lifestyle balance and nightly returns to base.
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30 days of annual leave, inclusive of single-use leave days for special occasions.
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Up to 15% employer pension contribution (capped at £17,100).
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Access to British Airways Health Services or subsidised Class 1 medical renewals.
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Inclusion on the prestigious British Airways master seniority list, offering pathways to future career opportunities within the wider BA Group.
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Comprehensive Loss of Licence scheme.
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Life Assurance coverage up to 5x annual salary.
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Private Health Insurance provided by AXA PPP.
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Annual Bookable Concession tickets (available after 6 months of service).
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Access to discounted travel, hotels, and car hire.
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An Employee Assistance Programme, providing free support for employees and their families.
BA Euroflyer is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and inclusion across our teams. Ready to take off with us? Apply now and let your ambition fly.