01 December 2025

Emirates | A380 Captain

Dubai - UAE, United Arab Emirates

Emirates Accelerated Command Pilot Opportunity

Position Overview

Emirates is actively seeking experienced Senior First Officers for its prestigious Accelerated Command Positions. This unique opportunity is available on both the Boeing and Airbus fleets, with the operational base located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Join a New Era of Piloting with Emirates

Emirates is ushering in an exciting new phase for its pilots. The airline is expanding its operations and seeking motivated aviators to join its flight deck during a period of significant growth and opportunity. Emirates is committed to ambitious future plans and seeks only the most accomplished pilots to command its modern, state-of-the-art fleet.

With improved eligibility criteria and enhanced benefits, there has never been a more opportune moment to embark on a career with Emirates. Beyond career progression with the world's largest international airline, an Emirates pilot enjoys a comprehensive package. This includes a generous tax-free salary, rent-free accommodation, Provident Fund contributions, education allowances for families, excellent medical and dental coverage, chauffeur-driven transportation to work, and exceptional travel benefits for the pilot and their immediate family.

For pilots aspiring to a career-defining opportunity, Emirates invites them to apply.

About Emirates

Operating from its global hub in Dubai, Emirates is an award-winning airline renowned for providing superior air transport services that foster global tourism and trade across six continents. The airline has consistently earned customer acclaim for its industry-leading ground and in-flight services, delivered by a dedicated, multinational workforce representing over 160 nations. Emirates proudly operates the world's largest fleets of wide-body Boeing 777 and Airbus A380 aircraft. Passengers experience exceptionally spacious cabins and iconic onboard amenities, including the A380 Shower Spa and Onboard Lounge, complemented by the extensive 'ice' in-flight entertainment system. This system offers up to 6,500 channels of on-demand content in multiple languages across all seats.

Salary Information

Accelerated Command Position base salary starts from AED 31,640 (USD 8,621) per month, exclusive of flight pay.

Emirates Employee Benefits

  • Comprehensive Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Discounts at various leisure and retail establishments
  • Life Insurance
  • Generous Vacation and Paid Time Off allowance
  • Concessional travel benefits on airline tickets

Role Description: Accelerated Command

This is a distinctive career pathway designed for Senior First Officers. Candidates will join Emirates on an enhanced salary package with a structured program for accelerated command. Upon meeting Emirates' stringent standards and demonstrating the required performance levels, pilots will be eligible for command through a comprehensive assessment process followed by an upgrade course.

Role Requirements

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

  • A minimum of 5,000 total flying hours. Hours accrued in P3, rotary-wing, or single/multi-engine piston aircraft are excluded.
  • A minimum of 2,000 command hours on fixed-wing, multi-crew commercial jet aircraft with a Maximum Take-Off Weight (MTOW) exceeding 50 tonnes.
  • Current flying experience as a Captain, with a minimum of 1,000 Pilot-in-Command (PIC) hours on either Boeing or Airbus aircraft types.
  • A minimum of 150 flying hours on type within the past 12 months.
  • A valid ICAO ATPL (Airline Transport Pilot Licence) accompanied by a matching Authority Class 1 Medical Certificate.
  • ICAO English language proficiency level of 5 or higher.

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