British Airways | Pilot

Overview

British Airways, the United Kingdom's flag carrier, is seeking experienced Direct Entry Pilots for its Long-haul fleet. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a legacy of over 100 years of aviation excellence, connecting Britain with the world. The position emphasizes a customer-centric approach, ensuring the highest standards of flight experience and operational performance.

As a pilot at British Airways, you will embark on a dynamic career path with opportunities for progression across various long-haul fleets and the potential to transition to the short-haul fleet to become a Captain. The airline is committed to supporting its pilots' work-life balance, with recent roster enhancements providing greater flexibility, reduced flying targets, and increased opportunities for guaranteed days off.

The organization is expanding its long-haul operations with nearly 70 aircraft on order, presenting an exciting time to join the pilot community. British Airways offers a competitive reward and benefits package, including extensive staff travel, a company pension scheme, and opportunities for professional development.

Candidate Requirements

To be considered for a Long-haul Direct Entry Pilot position, candidates must meet the following criteria at the time of application:

• Minimum of 1500 hours total flight time.
• 500 hours on a relevant aeroplane type. This experience must include flying the relevant aeroplane type within the last 12 months.
• Relevant aeroplane type is defined 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 not less than 10 tonnes or a certified passenger seating configuration of more than 19 passengers.
• Up to 100 hours of simulator time may be included in the total flight time requirement.
• For Zero Flight Time Training (ZFTT), relevant aeroplane type experience must be within 12 months preceding the commencement of a ZFTT Conversion course.
• Must meet ATPL (Airline Transport Pilot Licence) requirements. If the licence has not yet been upgraded, this will be completed during the type rating.
• Possession of a current UK issued CAA Flight Crew Licence ATPL(A), fATPL(A) or MPL (with the hours requirements to upgrade to an ATPL).
• Alternatively, hold a non-UK ATPL licence and meet the UK CAA's Third Country CPL and ATPL licence conversion requirements effective from 1 January 2023 (routes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, or 6).
• Hold a valid Class 1 medical certificate, which must be UK CAA issued before a job offer is made.
• Height must be between 1.57m (5'2") and 1.91m (6'3"). Applicants taller than 1.91m may apply but will undergo a functionality check.
• Good level of physical fitness.
• Spoken and written English at ICAO Level 6.
• Valid passport with a minimum of 12 months remaining before expiry.
• Ability to comply with British Airways' uniform standards, with tattoos permissible if not on the hands, face, or head.
• Ability to swim 50m (55 yards), tread water for 3 minutes, and assist others in water, including fitting a lifejacket and pulling body weight out of the water into a life raft.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Dynamic Career Path with opportunities to move between fleet types.
• Varied Roster Patterns including night stops, day trips, and tours.
• Company pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
• Extensive worldwide staff travel benefits on British Airways flights.
• Up to 30 discounted 'Hotline' airfares per year for self, friends, and family.
• Company-funded conversion course/type rating (not bonded).
• Discounts at selected car hire, hotels, and retail stores.
• A range of voluntary benefits for employees and family members.
• Access to Private medical cover, Technology scheme, Cycle to Work, and Electric/Plug-in Hybrid car schemes.

Important Information

Job opportunities are available on all fleets. CCQ (Command Upgrade Course) courses are currently only available on long-haul Airbus fleets. Information regarding non-UK licence holders and the reapplication process is available. Successful candidates will enter a hold pool and will be extended a maximum of two job offers. Long-haul suitability will be assessed during the simulator assessment; candidates not meeting long-haul requirements may be offered a role on the short-haul fleet.