30 March 2026

British Airways | First Officer

United Kingdom

Professional Pilot Opportunities

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

Minimum Eligibility Criteria

  • Licensing: A current EASA/ICAO ATPL(A) or the required hours to obtain an ATPL(A). Candidates must meet the UK CAA "Third Country ATPL licence conversion requirements."
  • Experience:
    • Current type rating with a minimum of 1,500 hours total flight time.
    • A minimum of 500 hours on a relevant aeroplane type (as defined by Part-FCL).
    • A maximum of 100 hours of the total time may be credited from a suitable simulator.
    • Relevant aeroplane type experience must have been achieved within the last 12 months.
  • Medical Standards: A valid Class 1 medical certificate. If not currently holding a UK Part-Med Class 1, it must be obtained prior to the start date with at least 6 months of validity remaining.
  • Language Proficiency: Must demonstrate ICAO level 6 in spoken and written English.
  • Physical Requirements:
    • Height between 1.57m (5’2”) and 1.91m (6’3”). Applicants exceeding 1.91m may apply but will be subject to a functionality check regarding seating requirements across the fleet.
    • Demonstrated good level of physical fitness.
    • Must be able to swim 50m, tread water for 3 minutes, assist others in water, fit a lifejacket while treading water, and pull own body weight into a life raft.
  • Documentation: A valid passport with a minimum of 12 months remaining before the expiry date.
  • Standards: Must comply with company uniform standards. Tattoos are permitted, provided they are not located on the hands, face, or head.

Important Definitions

Relevant Aeroplane Type: Per Part-FCL, this includes multi-pilot turbo-jet aircraft certified to CS-25 standards (or equivalent), or multi-pilot turbo-prop aeroplanes with a maximum certificated take-off mass of at least 10 tonnes or a passenger configuration exceeding 19 seats.

Training Eligibility: To be eligible for Zero Flight Time Training (ZFTT), candidates must possess relevant aeroplane type experience within the 12 months preceding the commencement of the ZFTT conversion course.

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