Emirates | A380 Captain

Emirates Accelerated Command Pilot Positions

Emirates is seeking experienced Senior First Officers to join its distinguished flight deck crew for Accelerated Command Positions. Based in the dynamic global hub of Dubai, UAE, successful candidates will operate Emirates' modern fleet of Boeing or Airbus aircraft.

Emirates stands at the forefront of international aviation, connecting passengers across six continents from its base in Dubai. The airline is renowned for delivering industry-leading service quality, facilitated by a diverse team representing over 160 nations. Operating the world's largest fleet of Boeing 777 and Airbus A380 wide-body aircraft, Emirates provides exceptional comfort and innovative inflight amenities.

This is an opportune time to become an Emirates pilot, coinciding with exciting developments and ambitious growth plans for the airline's next generation of flight crew. Emirates is looking for highly motivated and skilled pilots to be at the helm of its operations during this period of expansion. The airline is committed to attracting top-tier talent through enhanced benefits and improved eligibility criteria.

Pilots joining Emirates enjoy a comprehensive and attractive package, including a generous tax-free salary, company-provided rent-free accommodation, substantial Provident Fund contributions, education allowances, excellent medical and dental coverage, chauffeur-driven transport for duty, and outstanding travel benefits for the pilot and their family.

The Accelerated Command role presents a unique career opportunity. Pilots selected for this pathway will join as Senior First Officers on an enhanced salary structure with a clearly defined accelerated upgrade scenario. Eligibility for Accelerated Command status is dependent upon meeting rigorous performance standards and successfully completing a dedicated assessment process and upgrade course.

Minimum Salary:

Accelerated Command: AED 31,640 (approximately USD 8,621) per month (excluding flight pay).

Benefits Offered by Emirates:

• Comprehensive Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance Coverage
• Access to a wide range of discounts across leisure and retail outlets
• Life Insurance
• Generous Vacation and Paid Time Off entitlements
• Concessional staff travel benefits on the Emirates network for the pilot and eligible family members

Role Requirements:

Candidates must meet the following minimum experience criteria to be considered for the Accelerated Command program:

• A minimum of 5,000 hours of total flying time (excluding P3, rotary, and single/multi-engine piston aircraft).
• A minimum of 2,000 hours of command time on fixed-wing, multi-crew commercial jet aircraft with a Maximum Take-Off Weight (MTOW) exceeding 50 tonnes.
• Applicants must currently be flying as a Captain with a minimum of 1,000 hours Pilot in Command (PIC) time on either Boeing or Airbus aircraft.
• A minimum of 150 hours of flight time on the applicant's current type within the last 12 months.
• Possession of a valid ICAO Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) with a corresponding Authority Class 1 Medical Certificate.
• Demonstrated ICAO English Language Proficiency of Level 5 or above.

Emirates invites highly qualified Captains seeking a challenging and rewarding career trajectory with the world's largest international airline to explore this exceptional opportunity.