About the Opportunity
Emirates invites highly motivated and experienced pilots to join its esteemed flight deck as First Officers. The airline is currently recruiting Non-Rated First Officers for its state-of-the-art Boeing and Airbus fleets, based in the vibrant global hub of Dubai, UAE. This represents an unparalleled opportunity to advance one's aviation career during a period of significant growth and exciting changes within Emirates. With enhanced benefits and refined eligibility criteria, there has never been a more opportune moment to become an Emirates pilot.
About Emirates
Emirates stands as the world's largest international airline, operating from its award-winning global hub in Dubai. Renowned for delivering high-quality air transport services across six continents, Emirates plays a pivotal role in facilitating global tourism and trade. The airline consistently earns customer recognition for its industry-leading services, both on the ground and in the sky, powered by a passionate and diverse workforce representing over 160 nations. Emirates commands the world’s largest fleet of wide-body Boeing 777 and Airbus A380 aircraft, celebrated for spacious cabins and iconic inflight features such as the A380 Shower Spa, Onboard Lounge, and the innovative *ice* inflight entertainment system, offering up to 6,500 channels of on-demand, multi-language content to all passengers.
Position Summary
Emirates is recruiting First Officers for its expanding Boeing and Airbus fleets. This role is open to both Non-Type Rated and Type Rated First Officers, offering a dynamic environment within a world-class airline.
Compensation and Benefits
Emirates offers a highly attractive package designed to provide exceptional financial security and quality of life for its pilots and their families. This includes:
- A generous tax-free salary, with a minimum starting salary for a Non-Type Rated (NTR) First Officer set at AED 26,485 (approximately USD 7,217) per month, excluding flight pay.
- An enhanced salary package is available for more experienced First Officers with 4,000+ hours of flying time.
- Rent-free accommodation.
- Comprehensive Provident Fund contributions.
- Education allowances for eligible dependents.
- Excellent medical and dental coverage.
- Chauffeur-driven transport to and from work.
- Fantastic travel benefits for the pilot and their family.
- Additional benefits include Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Vacation and Paid Time Off, Concessional staff travel airline tickets, and discounts across various leisure and retail outlets.
Role Requirements
Prospective First Officers must meet the following essential criteria:
- A minimum of 2000 hours total flying time on jet aircraft (≥ 20 tonnes Maximum Take-Off Weight), excluding hours accumulated on P3, rotary, and single/multi-engine piston aircraft.
- Minimum of 1000 hours on multi-crew, multi-engine jet aircraft.
- A minimum of 150 hours on a multi-crew jet aircraft within the past 12 months.
- Possession of a valid ICAO Air Transport Pilot License (ATPL).
- A valid Authority Class 1 Medical Certificate matching the ATPL.
- Proficiency in English with an ICAO English Level 4 or above.