Emirates | A380 Captain

Emirates Accelerated Command Pilot (Senior First Officer to Captain) - Boeing & Airbus Fleets

About Emirates

From its global hub in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Emirates stands as an award-winning international airline renowned for serving customers across six continents. The airline is dedicated to providing high-quality air transport services that facilitate tourism and global trade, earning consistent recognition for its industry-leading services both on the ground and in the sky. Delivered by a passionate workforce representing over 160 nations, Emirates operates the world’s largest fleet of wide-body Boeing 777 and Airbus A380 aircraft. This modern fleet offers spacious cabins and iconic inflight features such as the A380 Shower Spa and Onboard Lounge, alongside its acclaimed ice inflight entertainment system, available in all seats across its fleet with up to 6,500 channels of on-demand, multi-language content.

The Opportunity: Accelerated Command Positions

Emirates is actively recruiting highly experienced Senior First Officers for Accelerated Command Positions, offering a unique opportunity to join its state-of-the-art Boeing or Airbus fleets. Based in the vibrant city of Dubai, UAE, this role is designed for motivated pilots ready to contribute to an exciting new era of growth and innovation within the Emirates flight deck. With significant expansion plans and enhanced benefits, there has never been a more opportune time to become an Emirates pilot.

Successful candidates will join as a Boeing or Airbus First Officer on an enhanced salary package, with a clear and accelerated path to command. Eligibility for accelerated command will be determined through a dedicated assessment process and an upgrade course, contingent upon meeting required standards and demonstrating exceptional performance.

What Emirates Offers:

Beyond unparalleled career growth with the world’s largest international airline, Emirates pilots enjoy a comprehensive and attractive benefits package designed to support a high quality of life for themselves and their families:

• Generous tax-free salary (refer to minimum base salary below, exclusive of flight pay).
• Rent-free accommodation.
• Provident Fund contributions.
• Education allowances.
• Excellent medical and dental cover.
• Chauffeur-driven transport to and from work.
• Fantastic travel benefits for the pilot and their family.
• Life Insurance.
• Vacation and Paid Time Off.
• Concessional staff travel airline tickets.
• Exclusive discounts across various leisure and retail outlets.

Role Requirements

To be considered for the Accelerated Command program, candidates must possess the following experience and qualifications:

• 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) greater than 50 tonnes.
• Candidates must currently be flying as a Captain and possess a minimum of 1,000 hours Pilot in Command (PIC) on either Boeing or Airbus aircraft.
• A minimum of 150 hours on type within the last 12 months.
• A valid ICAO Air Transport Pilot License (ATPL) with a matching Authority Class 1 Medical Certificate.
• ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 5 or above.

Apply Now

Emirates invites highly skilled and motivated aviators seeking a transformative career opportunity to apply.

Please refer to the official Emirates careers portal to apply for this position.