Emirates Direct Entry Captain - A380 & A350

Emirates is seeking experienced Airbus-rated Direct Entry Captains to join their prestigious flight deck team, operating the state-of-the-art A380 and A350 fleets based in Dubai, UAE. As the world's largest international airline, Emirates offers a unique opportunity to pilot a modern fleet while being part of a forward-thinking and ambitious company.

Emirates is entering an exciting new era for its pilots, marked by growth, opportunity, enhanced benefits, and improved eligibility criteria. This presents an exceptional time for motivated pilots to advance their careers. Beyond the professional growth, pilots at Emirates enjoy a comprehensive package designed for a comfortable and secure life in Dubai for themselves and their families.

About Emirates:

Operating from its global hub in Dubai, Emirates connects the world, serving customers across six continents with high-quality air transport services. The airline is renowned for industry-leading services delivered by a diverse workforce representing over 160 nations. Emirates commands the world's largest fleet of wide-body Boeing 777 and Airbus A380 aircraft, featuring spacious cabins and signature inflight amenities such as the A380 Shower Spa, Onboard Lounge, and the extensive ice inflight entertainment system.

Position Description:

A Direct Entry Captain assumes the most senior position in command of the aircraft, responsible for the safe and efficient operation of flights.

Minimum Salary:

Captain = AED 40,100 (USD 10,926) - Note: This amount does not include flight pay.

What Emirates Offers:

Generous tax-free salary
Rent-free accommodation
Provident Fund contributions
Education allowances
Excellent medical and dental cover
Chauffeur-driven transport to work
Fantastic concessional staff travel benefits for the pilot and family
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Vacation and Paid Time Off
Discounts across leisure and retail outlets

Role Requirements:

Prospective Airbus Captains must meet the following criteria:

Minimum 7000 hours total flying time (excluding P3, rotary, and single/multi-engine piston aircraft).
For A380: Must currently be flying as an Airbus FBW Wide Body Captain with a minimum of 3000 hours Pilot-in-Command (PIC) on Airbus FBW Wide Body aircraft.
For A350: Must have a minimum of 3000 hours command time on a multi-crew, multi-engine commercial jet aircraft with an MTOW of >50T. A minimum of 1500 hours must be as a Captain on an Airbus FBW Wide Body aircraft.
Minimum 150 hours on the type in the past 12 months.
A valid ICAO ATPL license with a matching Authority Class 1 Medical Certificate.
ICAO English level 5 or above.