Direct Entry Captain (Heavy Aircraft) - Global Airways
The Opportunity
Global Airways is actively seeking highly experienced and qualified candidates to join the flight operations team as a Direct Entry Captain. This challenging and rewarding role involves the command of heavy jet transport aircraft within the airline's expanding international network. Global Airways provides a competitive employment package, robust career progression opportunities, and an unwavering commitment to operational excellence.
A key feature of this position is the provision of comprehensive type rating training by Global Airways, eliminating the necessity for a current type rating upon application. Furthermore, the airline offers full visa sponsorship for selected international applicants, ensuring a streamlined transition for successful candidates.
Minimum Candidate Profile Requirements
Candidates must strictly meet the following criteria to be considered for the Direct Entry Captain position:
- License Requirements: Applicants must possess a valid Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL).
- License Acceptance: Global Airways accepts ATPL certifications issued by EASA (European Union Aviation Safety Agency) or SACAA (South African Civil Aviation Authority) authorities.
- Total PIC Flight Time: A minimum logged flight experience of 3,000 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC).
- Heavy Aircraft PIC Experience: Crucially, 3,000 hours must have been logged as PIC on jet transport aircraft with a Maximum Take-Off Weight (MTOW) exceeding 20 tonnes.
- Medical Status: Must hold a valid Class 1 Medical Certificate.
- Language Proficiency: Demonstrated ICAO English Language Proficiency (ELP) at Level 4 or higher.
Employment Conditions
- Type Rating: Not required. Comprehensive type rating training will be provided upon selection.
- Visa Support: Full visa sponsorship is provided by Global Airways for successful international applicants.