Junior First Officer Program
Hi Fly, a leading aircraft wet lease specialist operating worldwide with a fleet of Airbus widebody aircraft, is offering an unparalleled opportunity for aspiring pilots. As the wet lease market continues to grow due to its reliability, safety, and efficiency, Hi Fly's fleet is expanding steadily. The company invites candidates to apply for its partially self-sponsored Junior First Officer Program, designed for pilots ready to launch their professional careers and soar into the world of commercial aviation.
Why Join Hi Fly?
Joining Hi Fly offers a pathway to a rewarding aviation career with significant advantages:
- Comprehensive Type Rating Training: Candidates receive world-class training, including computer-based modules, ground school instruction, and continuous simulator sessions led by experienced instructors. This rigorous program provides certification on widebody aircraft, guided by expert instructors and examiners to help pilots achieve their full potential.
- Diverse Line Training: Pilots gain invaluable experience flying across Hi Fly's extensive global network, operating into a variety of international airports.
- Career Growth: The program facilitates unfreezing the pilot's license and provides a clear path for advancement through Hi Fly's established “Route to Command” program.
- Global Exposure: Experience includes transatlantic operations, ETOPS flying, and the excitement of piloting to unique destinations worldwide.
- Attractive Work-Life Balance: Pilots benefit from a structured 22 days on / 10 days off roster pattern. Company-paid positioning flights to and from the pilot's home base are also provided.
- Early Career Compensation: Compensation begins upon completion of Ground School. The package includes a step-change fixed base salary, variable pay based on block hours flown, and a per diem when operating outside the home base.
Minimum Requirements:
To be considered for the Hi Fly Junior First Officer Program, candidates must satisfy the following criteria:
- Right to Work: Must hold unrestricted right to live and work within the European Union (EU).
- Language Proficiency: A minimum of ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 5 is required.
- License:
- Possession of a valid EASA Commercial Pilot License (CPL) or Frozen Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL).
- Holding a valid Multi-Engine Instrument Rating.
- Medical: A valid EU (Part-MED) issued Class 1 medical certificate is mandatory.
- Additional Certifications:
- A Certificate of satisfactory completion of Advanced Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (AUPRT) in accordance with FCL.745.A.
- A Certificate of satisfactory completion of Multi-Crew Co-Operation (MCC) in accordance with AMC1 FCL.735.A.
- Candidates holding Airline Pilot Standards Multi-Crew Cooperation (APS MCC) certification, in accordance with AMC2 FCL.735.A, will receive a distinct advantage during the interview and assessment process.
- Flight School (ATO) Report:
- A written report, in English, signed by the Flight School Head of Training.
- This report must include all ATPL results (detailing any retakes), CPL & ME/IR series passes, and comprehensive information regarding the candidate's performance throughout their training.
The future in aviation beckons. Hi Fly invites qualified and ambitious individuals to take this significant step. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting the necessary documentation for consideration in this exciting journey with Hi Fly.