Fly Jinnah | A320 Captain
A320 Captain: Exceptional Career Opportunity with Fly Jinnah (Air Arabia Group)
Air Arabia Group, operating in collaboration with Fly Jinnah, announces a pivotal recruitment drive for highly professional and experienced A320 Captains seeking long-term careers within a dynamic low-cost carrier environment.
Aviation Recruitment Roadshow in Pakistan
The organization is specifically targeting qualified Pakistani Nationals for this undetermined period contract. The recruitment team will be hosting a dedicated assessment and selection roadshow in Karachi, Pakistan, on the 6th and 7th of November 2025.
Prospective candidates are invited to submit their application through this job requisition. Eligible applicants will subsequently be contacted regarding the next steps in the comprehensive selection process.
Remuneration and Compensation Package (PKR)
This position offers a robust and highly attractive compensation structure, detailed below (all figures are in Pakistan Rupees - PKR):
1. Fixed Salary Structure and Experience Crediting
The total fixed salary is determined by the Captain’s accumulated civil commercial jet flying hours:
| Experience Slabs (Hours) | Total Fixed Salary (PKR) |
|---|---|
| 1,500 – 3,000 | 2,138,500 |
| 3,000 – 4,500 | 2,228,700 |
| 4,500 – 6,000 | 2,318,900 |
| 6,000 – 7,500 | 2,409,100 |
| 7,500+ | 2,698,400 |
Boeing Experience Factor:
For salary slab determination, Captains and First Officers with prior Boeing experience will have their relevant Boeing flying hours factored, up to a maximum cap of 3,000 hours. Any Airbus family flying hours (A320/321/330) are added on top of the calculated Boeing experience.
2. Variable Flying Pay and Allowances
The variable flying pay is calculated based on credit block hours:
| Credit Block Hours | Rate per Credit Block Hour (PKR) |
|---|---|
| 1 to 30 hours | 8,000 |
| 31 to 60 hours | 13,000 |
| 61 to 85 hours | 18,500 |
| 86 to 100 hours | 20,000 |
| Above 100 hours | 22,000 |
- Duty Hour Pay: PKR 1,000 per actual duty hour (duration from Sign-in to Sign-out).
- Night Flight Premium: Credit hours for night flights (Departure from 18:30 to 06:29 Local time) are paid at 1.3 times the credit block hour allowance. Day flights are paid at 1 time the allowance.
- Compensation for Off-Days: If called for duty on a rostered day off, the Captain is compensated with PKR 12,000, in addition to the standard Flying Allowance.
- End of Service Gratuity: For every 12 months of completed service, gratuity equivalent to one month's Fixed Gross Salary (including Fixed Flying Allowance) will be paid.
3. Monthly Allowances and Trainer Premiums
- Captain Seniority Allowance: PKR 100,000 per month, effective from the anniversary date of joining, increasing annually up to a maximum cap of PKR 300,000 per month.
- TRE/TRI Seniority Allowance: PKR 200,000 per month payable upon the anniversary date of the operational endorsement, increasing annually up to a maximum cap of PKR 600,000 for that specific endorsement.
- Fuel Card: A pre-paid fuel card with a maximum expense limit of PKR 50,000 per month.
- SIM Card: A post-paid SIM card with a maximum limit of PKR 5,000 per month.
Training Allowances for Examiners and Instructors:
Trainers conducting Line Training and/or Simulator Training sessions are entitled to additional allowances:
| Line Training Allowance | PKR per Duty |
|---|---|
| Type Rated Examiner (TRE) | 650,000 |
| Type Rated Instructor (TRI) | 45,000 |
| Line Training Captain (LTC) | 45,000 |
Note: These training allowances are in addition to the Flying Allowance and Duty Pay. Similar rates apply for Simulator / MFTD Training duties.
Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Paid Leave: 30 calendar days per annum.
- On Board Meal: Complimentary meals provided for the operating crew.
- Future Career Opportunity: Captains who successfully complete a minimum of 24 months with Fly Jinnah will be eligible to apply for P1 (Captain) opportunities across Air Arabia’s other international hubs.
Medical Insurance
Robust medical insurance coverage is provided for the employee, spouse, and up to three children under the age of 18 years residing in Pakistan. Key limits include:
| Entitlement | Limits (PKR) |
|---|---|
| Basic Hospitalization | 250,000 |
| Daily Room & Board | Private Room: 36,990 per day |
| Maternity – Normal | 200,000 |
| C-Section / Multiple Births | 400,000 |
| Annual MMC per person | 250,000 |
| Annual OPD per employee/family | 40,000 |
Travel Benefits
Extensive travel benefits are provided across the Air Arabia Group network:
Unlimited Standby Tickets:
- Married Employee: Unlimited standby tickets for self, spouse, children, and parents. Four standby sectors for only two nominated siblings.
- Unmarried Employee: Unlimited standby tickets for self and parents. Four standby sectors for only two nominated siblings.
Annual Free Firm Ticket:
Employees are entitled to one annual free firm ticket on the Air Arabia / Fly Jinnah network upon completion of six months of service.
- Married Employee: One yearly ticket for self, wife, and children (unlimited kids can be nominated).
- Unmarried Employee: One yearly ticket for self, parents, and two nominated siblings.
MYID Travel Benefit:
Access to discounted tickets on other airlines via the MYID travel system is granted after 180 days of service for the employee, spouse, and children (below 23 years).
Minimum Candidate Qualifications and Experience
Prospective A320 Captains must strictly meet the following prerequisites to be considered for this high-profile position:
- Must be a Pakistani National.
- Maximum age at the time of application: 57 years.
- Possession of a valid ATPL License.
- Must hold a current and valid A320 Type Rating.
- Minimum of 6,000 hours of total Civil Commercial Jet Operation experience.
- A minimum of 1,500 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) on the Airbus A320 series.
- Demonstrated operational experience on Airbus aircraft within the last 12 months.
- The A320 type rating and Instrument Rating (IR) must hold a minimum of 2 months validity upon joining.
- Valid English Language Proficiency (ELP) endorsement, Level 4 or above.
- Current and valid Class 1 Medical Certificate.