30 March 2026

British Airways | First Officer

United Kingdom

Job Title: Experienced Pilot

We are currently seeking experienced pilots to join our flight operations team. Candidates must meet the following formal requirements to be considered for this position:

Minimum Criteria to Apply

  • Possession of a current type rating with a minimum of 1,500 hours of total flight time. This requirement includes a minimum of 500 hours on a relevant aeroplane type, with a maximum allowance of 100 hours in a suitable simulator.
  • Relevant aeroplane type flight experience attained within the past 12 months.
  • UK Part-FCL licence (ATPL(A), or evidence of meeting the hour requirements to obtain an ATPL(A)).
  • UK-issued CAA Class 1 medical certificate with a minimum of 6 months validity remaining from the intended date of joining.
  • Height requirement: between 1.57m (5’2”) and 1.91m (6’3”). Qualified candidates exceeding 1.91m may apply but will be subject to a functionality assessment to confirm their ability to operate within various fleet seating configurations.
  • Demonstration of a good level of physical fitness.
  • Proficiency in English, both spoken and written, at ICAO level 6.
  • Possession of a valid passport with a minimum of 12 months remaining before the expiry date.
  • Ability to adhere to uniform standards, which permit tattoos provided they are not located on the hands, face, or head.
  • Demonstrable swimming proficiency: candidates must be able to swim 50 meters, tread water for 3 minutes, assist individuals in the water, fit a lifejacket while treading water, and pull their own body weight into a life raft using provided handholds.

Additional Clarifications

The required current type rating need not be on the UK licence; however, candidates must retain a UK fATPL(A) or ATPL(A) and must not have surrendered their UK licence to acquire an EASA/ICAO licence. A "relevant aeroplane type" is defined under Part-FCL as a multi-pilot turbo-jet aircraft certified to CS-25 standards (or equivalent) or a multi-pilot turbo-prop aeroplane with a maximum certificated take-off mass of at least 10 tonnes or a passenger configuration exceeding 19 seats. Please note that relevant flight experience within the 12 months preceding a Zero Flight Time Training (ZFTT) conversion course is a prerequisite for ZFTT eligibility.

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