Direct Entry Captain (EASA)
About Our Client
Our client is a fast-growing, established, and innovative carrier based in Europe, renowned for operating a young and modern fleet. They are currently seeking experienced and highly motivated pilots to join their team as Direct Entry Captains.
This is an exceptional opportunity to advance your career with a dynamic airline that offers comprehensive training, competitive remuneration, and significant growth potential.
Position Overview
The airline is looking for qualified Direct Entry Captains who hold a valid EASA license. Successful candidates will be provided with a full type-rating course, enabling them to operate the airline's state-of-the-art aircraft.
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this role, candidates must possess the following qualifications:
- A valid EASA ATPL(A) license.
- A current EASA Class 1 Medical Certificate.
- A minimum ICAO English Language Proficiency of Level 4 or higher.
- A minimum of 4,000 total flight hours in Commercial Air Transport (CAT) operations on modern aircraft equipped with EFIS, FMA, and FMS.
- A minimum of 2,000 flight hours on multi-pilot, multi-engine turbine aircraft (CS-25).
- A minimum of 1,000 hours of command experience on a CS-25 aircraft.
Terms, Remuneration, and Benefits
The airline offers a comprehensive and competitive package designed to attract top-tier aviation professionals. Employment is offered on a full-time basis, following a three-month probationary period. A full type-rating is provided by the airline, covered by a standard three-year training bond.
Roster and Salary Packages (Effective from January 1, 2026)
1. Commuting Roster (Available to EU Residents)
- Pattern: 13 consecutive days on, followed by 10 consecutive days off.
- Base: A designated home base in Europe will be assigned, subject to change based on operational requirements.
- Salary: A guaranteed annual base salary ranging from €96,390 to €106,590 gross, dependent on experience. Planned productivity can increase average annual earnings to €130,800.
- Allowances: A daily Flying Payment of €200, which increases annually.
- Support: Accommodation and positioning flights are provided by the airline.
2. Base Roster (Open to All Nationalities with a valid EASA License)
Candidates may choose between two patterns:
- A flexible roster with a minimum of 10 days off per month and limited layovers.
- A fixed roster with a 5 days on / 3 days off pattern, with no layover restrictions.
- Salary: A guaranteed annual base salary ranging from €113,400 to €125,400 gross, dependent on experience. Planned productivity can increase average annual earnings to €153,680.
- Allowances: A daily Flying Payment of €200, which increases annually.
Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
- Ability to bid for preferred days off and flights under the flexible roster option.
- Fixed and flexible rosters published 14 days in advance.
- Unlimited home leave tickets across the airline's network.
- Comprehensive health insurance and wellbeing benefits after the probation period.
- 24/7 accident insurance from the first day of employment.
- Loss of License insurance after one year of service.
- 28 working days of paid annual vacation.
- Full coverage for the cost of all necessary training, validations, and medicals.
- Uniforms provided.
Application and Assessment Process
Candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be invited to participate in a multi-stage selection process.
Stage 1: Online Assessment
An initial 40-minute online test covering logical reasoning and personality-related tasks.
Stage 2: On-site Assessment (Two Days)
Candidates who successfully pass the online test will be invited to a two-day on-site assessment.
- Day 1: Includes a SIM assessment, a technical interview, and a comprehensive computer-based test measuring cognitive abilities (duration: approx. 4 hours).
- Day 2: Following successful completion of Day 1, candidates will undergo a psychological assessment (including a personality test and an interview with a psychologist) and a final management interview with representatives from Human Resources and the Chief Pilot.