A320 Type-Rated First Officer Opportunities at Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, invites A320 Type-Rated First Officers to attend their recruitment roadshow in New Delhi, India, from February 7th to 9th, 2025. This is an exceptional opportunity to advance one's aviation career with a world-leading airline. Etihad Airways offers an unparalleled employee experience characterized by a commitment to culture, creativity, and innovation.
First Officers joining Etihad will benefit from a modern and diverse fleet with opportunities for aircraft type transfers. The airline provides clear career progression plans, ensuring personal and professional growth. Beyond the cockpit, employees enjoy tax-free salaries, concessionary travel, comprehensive health insurance, gym memberships, and other benefits. The opportunity to live in the vibrant, cosmopolitan city of Abu Dhabi makes this more than a career move; it is a lifestyle choice for the entire family.
Requirements
To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following requirements: a minimum of 2500 hours total flying time; a minimum of 1500 hours on multi-crew, glass cockpit (aircraft with a FMS coupled to APFDS) or high-performance military jet; 500 hours on the A320 Family within the last 3 years and currently flying on an Airbus FBW type; a valid A320 type rating for at least 2 months at the time of joining; a current and unrestricted ICAO ATPL (Frozen ATPLs are not accepted unless held by a UAE citizen); current experience on the A320; an unrestricted, current Class 1 medical certificate; a maximum age limit of 50 years old; and English Language Fluency (written and verbal) Level 4 or better. For flight hours accumulated with in-flight relief, 75% of the total hours will be counted toward the minimum requirements.
Compensation and Benefits
Etihad Airways provides a competitive compensation package that includes a base salary, flight duty allowances, meal allowances, a generous housing allowance, education allowance, an income protection scheme, 42 days of annual leave, end-of-service benefits, and accidental and life insurance benefits. The fixed base salary is AED 26,000 per month, with flight duty allowance paid per block hour (AED 40 for 1-6 years of service and AED 56 for 7-10 years of service). Meal allowances during layovers vary by region: Middle East/GCC/Subcontinent (AED 12 per hour), Asia/Far East (AED 15 per hour), Africa/Australasia (AED 18 per hour), and Europe/Americas (AED 23 per hour). A housing allowance of up to AED 160,000 per year is also provided, along with an education allowance of AED 40,000 for primary and AED 55,000 for secondary, up to three children.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and join Etihad Airways for an assessment day in New Delhi.