update
Skymark Airlines of Japan requires B737NG Captains and is accepting type rated and non-type rated pilots with airline experience.
Longreach Aviation, in partnership with IASCO Global, is pleased to offer excellent contracts with Skymark Airlines of Japan for DEC Captains on the B737NG for both type rated and non-type rated experienced airline pilots.
Skymark operates domestic services throughout Japan from two operating bases, Haneda and Narita on the B737NG.
Contract length is 3 years from completion of training and renewable every 3 years. Pilots can choose to live in Japan or utilise the excellent commuting package of 20 days ON/10 days OFF where Skymark will provide a firm return ticket or US$500 in lieu each month.
There is a contract completion bonus, renewal bonus, salary increment, ticketing allowance, insurance coverage by IASCO Global. Overall package value is approximately US$161,000 per year NET of tax. Full on ground support in Japan is provided by IASCO with a team of local staff.
All Japanese taxes are paid by Skymark Airlines after fiscal year 2026 so the figures are net/after tax to the pilot.
Skymark are interviewing now so contact us if you need more information, or would like to discuss any aspect of this position.
If you wish, Longreach can arrange for one of our pilot consultants to contact you so you can talk at length, and in depth, about this position. No other recruitment company has pilots talking to pilots, giving an honest pilot’s perspective
If you would to download a flyer then please click here.
*** Acceptable Aircraft Types ***
*** Acceptable Aircraft Types ***
The application for Skymark Airlines requires the submission of the following documents:
Please ensure that all the documents are completed and attached when you return your application form to us.
Please Note:
Completion of the Aeronautical Experience form can be difficult, especially as much of the information required generally occurred during your early flying career. However, if you follow the instructions carefully that can often assist in making the process easier.
If you have any difficulty in understanding what is being asked, then please contact us recruitment@longreachaviation.com and we will have a consultant contact you to assist where necessary.
All completed applications are to be sent to: recruitment@longreachaviation.com
We have had a lot of interest in Skymark. Some of the questions being asked are:
Q. What is the overtime rate?
A. Overtime is $100 USD above 75 hours. In addition, sell back duty free days at $1,000 USD/day, all
tax is paid by Skymark. Subject to actual contract terms at time of signing.
Q. How many days off can I sell back?
A. Subject to Skymark requirements, you are able to offer any amount, up to 10 if you want.
Limited by crew duty limits.
Q. How much vacation do I get and can I sell back my vacation days?
A. Yes. First 3 years: 20 days/year, after that 24 days/year. When you take your vacation in a month
you are still entitled to the 10 duty free days. Subject to Skymark requirements, sell any or all back.
Q. How long is the training?
A. About 6 months
Q. Where is the training centre?
A. Haneda.
Q. What is the training pay?
A. Depends on exchange rate, at the moment around $10,000 USD/mth.
Q. Does the training pay include accommodation?
A. No, Skymark provides an apartment in downtown tokyo during training.
Q. I am a B767 Captain with no B737 rating, can I apply?
A. Yes.
Q. Who pays for the type rating and other training costs?
A. Skymark
Q. What is the Base once I am checked out?
A. Kobe, Narita, Haneda, Okinawa subject to availability.
Q. Do they have international schools in Kobe?
A. Yes, several. cost about same as Australian private schools, IB programs available.