Direct Entry Pilot - Long-Haul - EASA/ICAO Licence Holder
British Airways seeks to appoint a Direct Entry Pilot for its Long-Haul operations, requiring candidates to hold an EASA/ICAO licence.
As the nation's flag carrier, British Airways is dedicated to connecting Britain with the world and fostering an environment of innovation and ambition. The airline offers a career without limits, providing extensive opportunities for professional development and personal growth.
The role of a Direct Entry Pilot involves delivering an exceptional flight experience for every passenger, operating to the highest professional standards. This position offers a dynamic career path with opportunities to fly on various long-haul fleets, with potential progression to captaincy and diverse roles within the company, such as pilot training and recruitment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide world-class flying services to passengers.
- Operate on long-haul fleets, with opportunities for fleet transfers.
- Contribute to the highest standards of aviation safety and passenger experience.
Candidate Requirements
Minimum Criteria:
- Current type rating with a minimum of 1500 hours total time, including at least 500 hours on a relevant aeroplane type (maximum 100 hours in simulator).
- Flying experience on a relevant aircraft type within the past 12 months.
- Current EASA/ICAO ATPL(A) or eligibility to obtain an ATPL(A).
- Compliance with UK CAA "Third Country ATPL licence conversion requirements" if applicable.
- A Class 1 medical certificate (minimum 6 months validity required before joining).
- Height between 1.57m (5'2") and 1.91m (6'3"). Applicants taller than 1.91m may be subject to a functionality check.
- Good physical fitness.
- Spoken and written English at ICAO Level 6.
- Valid passport with a minimum of 12 months remaining before expiry.
- 500 hours on a relevant aeroplane type (excluding simulator time), with recent experience within the last 12 months.
- Ability to comply with British Airways' uniform standards (tattoos on hands, face, or head are not permissible).
- Ability to swim 50m, tread water for 3 minutes, and assist others in water, including fitting a lifejacket and pulling body weight into a life raft.
*Definition of a relevant aeroplane type: A multi-pilot turbo-jet aircraft certified to CS-25 standards or equivalent, or a multi-pilot turbo-prop aeroplane with a maximum takeoff mass of at least 10 tonnes or capacity for more than 19 passengers.
**Eligibility for Zero Flight Time Training (ZFTT) requires relevant aeroplane type experience within 12 months preceding the ZFTT Conversion course.
Candidates must meet ATPL requirements to apply, with licence upgrades completed during the type rating if necessary.
Opportunities
- Job opportunities are available across all fleets.
- Preference is given to applicants with current ratings on specific aircraft types.
- Internal fleet moves are processed based on seniority.
- 777 pilots operate out of LHR and LGW and will operate the Boeing 777X.
Benefits
- Competitive reward and benefits package.
- Significant roster enhancements for improved work-life balance, including more rest time, reduced flying targets, shorter working blocks, and fewer standby periods.
- Increased opportunities for guaranteed days off.
- Dynamic career path with varied roster patterns.
- Company pension scheme with up to 15% employer contribution.
- Extensive worldwide staff travel benefits, including unlimited basic and premium standby tickets.
- Discounted airfares for friends and family.
- Discounts at selected car hire, hotels, and retail stores.
- Company funded conversion course/type rating (not bonded).
- Life insurance benefits.
- Private medical cover.
- Access to Technology scheme, Cycle to Work, and Electric/Plug-in Hybrid car schemes.
Inclusion & Diversity
British Airways is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion, valuing the unique contributions of all colleagues.
Reapplication Process
Candidates unsuccessful at initial screening, video interview, capacity testing, or assessment centre can reapply after 6 months. Those unsuccessful at the SIM stage must wait 12 months. Applicants may only apply to one airline within the British Airways family at a time.
Long-haul suitability is assessed during the simulator assessment. Short-haul roles may be offered if long-haul requirements are not met.
Successful candidates enter a hold pool and are eligible for a maximum of two job offers. Declining a second offer will require reapplying after 12 months.
Visa Information
Currently, skilled worker visas cannot be offered for applicants who do not have the right to live and work in the UK. Applications from candidates requiring a skilled worker visa are still invited while changes are being addressed.