BA Euroflyer, a British Airways subsidiary, invites applications from experienced First Officers to join its short-haul operations at London Gatwick (LGW). This role offers the opportunity to fly a modern fleet across a desirable European network, supported by a fixed pattern roster for optimal lifestyle balance.
About the Role
BA Euroflyer operates a vibrant short-haul network from London Gatwick (LGW), delivering British Airways' premium service and safety standards across European destinations. First Officers return to base nightly, benefiting from a fixed pattern roster, preferential flying options, and a swap function, all designed to promote lifestyle balance. As part of the British Airways group, this role offers significant career progression opportunities within a supportive and agile team culture. Key benefits include:
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Competitive starting salary (£65,420, subject to review) plus allowances (circa £14,500), with annual incremental pay.
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Fully funded type rating courses with no bond.
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30 days annual leave.
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Up to 15% employer pension contribution.
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Access to the British Airways master seniority list, enabling career progression across the BA group.
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Comprehensive benefits: Loss of Licence scheme, Life Assurance (up to 5x salary), Private Health Insurance (AXA PPP), annual staff travel concessions (after 12 months), discounted travel for family/friends, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
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British Airways Health Services access or subsidised Class 1 medical renewals.
Qualifications
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Current UK issued CAA Flight Crew Licence (ATPL(A), fATPL(A), or MPL).
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Alternatively, hold an EASA licence and meet the UK CAA's "Third Country CPL and ATPL licence conversion requirements" (routes 3, 4, 5 or 6).
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A minimum of 500 hours or 100 sectors on a relevant aeroplane type (excluding simulator time).
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Flight experience on the relevant aeroplane type within the last 12 months.
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*Definition of 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 certificated take-off mass of not less than 10 tonnes or a certified passenger seating configuration of more than 19 passengers.
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For Zero Flight Time Training (ZFTT) eligibility, candidates must have relevant aeroplane type experience within 12 months preceding the ZFTT Conversion course commencement.
Requirements
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The legal right to live and work in the UK.
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Height between 1.57m (5’2”) and 1.91m (6’3”). (Pilots exceeding 1.91m may apply and will undergo a functionality check.)
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A good level of physical fitness.
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Spoken and written English proficiency at ICAO Level 6.
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A valid passport with a minimum of 12 months validity remaining from the anticipated contract start date.
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A valid Class 1 medical certificate, with at least 6 months validity from the contract start date.