Etihad Airways | A320 Captain

Captain

Etihad Airways is undergoing an exciting transformation, embarking on ambitious plans for expanded global reach. The airline is making significant investments in its future to enhance its position within the aviation industry, driving change through innovation, creativity, and sustainability. Etihad is committed to creating thoughtful choices for guests on every journey while simultaneously striving to deliver a remarkable and supportive employee experience.

Joining Etihad offers not only a career path with extensive progression opportunities within and beyond the cockpit but also a compelling lifestyle choice. Located in Abu Dhabi, ranked among the world's safest cities, employees and their families can build a life in a vibrant, cosmopolitan environment. The compensation package includes tax-free salaries and a range of attractive benefits designed to support a high quality of life.

The Role

The Captain holds ultimate responsibility for the safety and security of all crew members, passengers, and cargo onboard the aircraft. This role encompasses the complete operational command and safety of the aircraft from initial movement for taxiing through to final rest after landing and engine shutdown. The Captain is required to ensure all persons aboard comply with lawful commands necessary for the safety of the aircraft and its occupants. Key responsibilities also include operating efficiently in adherence to company fuel policies and ensuring optimal On-Time Performance.

What We Offer

Etihad Airways provides a competitive annual compensation package comprising a basic salary, flying pay, a housing allowance, and layover and meal allowances. The potential exists to earn a tax-free income of up to 637,304 AED (approximately USD 171,589) per annum, based on a standard 75 flying hours per month. Annual salary increments are performance-based. Additional benefits include:

• Education allowance of AED 40,000 for primary and AED 55,000 for secondary education, for up to 3 children.
• Income protection scheme.
• 42 days of annual leave.
• Industry-leading staff travel benefits and access to Etihad's exclusive iSave discount program.
• End-of-service benefits.
• Accidental and life insurance coverage.

Required Skills and Experience

Prospective Captains must fulfill the following criteria:

• A minimum of 7000 hours of total flying time.
• A minimum of 2500 Pilot-in-Command (PIC) hours on multi-crew, glass cockpit (1) jet aircraft.
• A minimum of 1500 PIC hours on any Airbus wide-body Fly-by-Wire (FBW) aircraft.
• Possession of an Airbus FBW type rating valid for a minimum of 2 months at the time of joining.
• Hold an unrestricted and current ICAO ATPL.
• Must have flown any Airbus FBW aircraft within the last 12 months.
• If currently type-rated on the A320, a previous type-rating on the A350 or A380 is mandatory.
• Hold an unrestricted and current Class 1 medical certificate.
• Maximum age of 59 years on the date of joining.
• English Language Fluency (written and verbal) at Level 4 or higher.
• For hours accumulated on flights with in-flight relief, 75% of the total hours will be counted towards the required minimums.

(1) Glass Cockpit: Defined as an aircraft equipped with a Flight Management System (FMS) coupled to an Automatic Pilot Flight Director System (APFDS).