30 April 2026

British Airways | Pilot

United Kingdom

First Officer – BA Euroflyer

BA Euroflyer is seeking a dedicated First Officer to join our team at London Gatwick. As a wholly owned subsidiary of British Airways, we deliver premium service across a short-haul network of desirable European destinations. We pride ourselves on a vibrant, agile culture where our people remain our greatest asset. Our flying programme is designed to return crews to their home base at London Gatwick every evening, ensuring a balance between career ambition and personal lifestyle.

Role Benefits and Compensation

  • Salary and Pay: Starting salary of £65,420 (subject to 2026 review) plus allowances of approximately £14,500 (based on 800 flying hours per year). Includes annual incremental pay uplifts on a 7-point scale.
  • Training: Fully funded type rating courses with no bond attached.
  • Roster: Fixed pattern roster with opportunities for duty preference and a swap function.
  • Leave and Pension: 30 days of annual leave and up to 15% employer pension contribution.
  • Health and Wellbeing: Access to British Airways Health Services, subsidized Class 1 medical renewals, Loss of Licence scheme, and Private Health Insurance with AXA PPP.
  • Additional Benefits: 5x salary Life Assurance, annual bookable staff travel concession tickets (after 12 months), and discounts on hotels, car hire, and airfares.
  • Career Progression: Inclusion on the British Airways master seniority list to support long-term career aspirations.

Candidate Requirements

  • Licensing: Must hold a current UK-issued CAA Flight Crew Licence (ATPL(A), fATPL(A), or MPL), or hold an EASA licence and meet the UK CAA Third Country CPL/ATPL licence conversion requirements (routes 3, 4, 5, or 6).
  • Experience: Minimum of 500 hours on a relevant aeroplane type (excluding simulator time), with flight experience on the relevant type within the last 12 months.
  • Right to Work: Must have the legal right to live and work in the UK.
  • Physical Criteria: Height between 1.57m (5’2”) and 1.91m (6’3”). Individuals taller than 1.91m may apply subject to a functionality check. Candidates must maintain a good level of physical fitness.
  • Medical: Valid Class 1 medical certificate with a minimum of 6 months validity from the contract start date.
  • Language: Spoken and written English at ICAO Level 6.
  • Documentation: Valid passport with at least 12 months remaining before expiry.

Application Notes

BA Euroflyer is an equal opportunities employer. Please note the following constraints:

  • Candidates may only apply to one airline within the British Airways family (British Airways, Euroflyer, or Cityflyer) at a time.
  • Re-application periods apply: 6 months for unsuccessful initial screening, video interview, or assessment centre; 12 months for unsuccessful SIM stage.
  • Successful candidates entering the hold pool will receive a maximum of two job offers.
  • Current BA CityFlyer pilots must apply via the internal Jobsearch portal.
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