26 July 2025

British Airways | First Officer

United Kingdom

Commercial Pilot (Boeing 787)

British Airways: Connecting Britain with the World

British Airways, as the United Kingdom's esteemed flag carrier, prides itself on over a century of connecting Britain with the world through pioneering international air services. This enduring spirit of originality and innovation is central to the company's ethos, shared across its passengers, partners, and dedicated colleagues. At British Airways, every role, from customer service to flight operations, contributes to a legacy where ambition is fostered, and the pursuit of excellence knows no bounds. The organisation believes that great achievements are realised when individuals are inspired to think big and bring their ambition to work daily, ensuring that for its people, the sky is never the limit.

The Opportunity

British Airways is seeking highly skilled and dedicated Commercial Pilots to join its distinguished flight crew. The customer experience is paramount, and the primary objective of this role is to deliver an unparalleled flight experience for every passenger. The life of a Commercial Pilot at British Airways is both exhilarating and demanding, requiring consistent performance to the highest international aviation standards.

For pilots within British Airways, career progression is dynamic and supported by a commitment to work-life balance. Beyond core flying duties, diverse opportunities exist in areas such as pilot training and future pilot recruitment. An annual bid process allows British Airways pilots to apply for different fleets and Command positions, ensuring a flexible and rewarding career trajectory. This role offers not only significant career development within the airline but also access to a comprehensive and competitive reward and benefits package.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Candidates for this Commercial Pilot position must satisfy the following essential criteria to ensure the highest standards of safety and operational excellence:

Deployment & Fleet Progression

Initial job offers for successful candidates will primarily be for the Boeing 787 fleet. While British Airways maintains a strategic ambition for a consolidated Boeing fleet (Boeing 777, 777X, and 787 aircraft), transfers to other fleets occur via the internal fleet move system, awarded on a seniority basis. Offers for the Boeing 777 may be extended if the number of successful applicants exceeds available 787 positions.

Application Process Notes

Comprehensive Benefits & Rewards

British Airways values the integral contribution of its colleagues, offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends significantly beyond a competitive salary. From the commencement of employment, pilots gain access to exceptional staff travel benefits, including unlimited basic and premium standby tickets on British Airways flights, alongside up to 30 discounted ‘Hotline’ airfares annually for personal use, friends, and family. The company actively encourages and supports continuous professional development, providing opportunities for new challenges and progression across the entire business.

Key benefits include:

Inclusion & Diversity

British Airways is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. The company celebrates the unique originality, creativity, and identity that each colleague contributes, actively encouraging applications from individuals of all backgrounds to join its journey towards a stronger, more inclusive British Airways. Recruitment decisions are made without discrimination based on race, religion, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. This job description provides an overview of the role's scope and responsibilities but is not intended as an exhaustive list of all duties or qualifications.

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