B737NG Captains: Skymark Airlines

Skymark Airlines, in partnership with Longreach Aviation and IASCO Global, is seeking experienced Direct Entry Captains for its B737NG fleet. The airline operates domestic services throughout Japan from primary bases in Haneda and Narita, with additional opportunities in Kobe, Okinawa, and other regional hubs. Skymark Airlines offers a stable, long-term career path for both type-rated and non-type-rated pilots.

Compensation and Benefits

The position offers a comprehensive financial and lifestyle package, with an overall value estimated at approximately $161,000 USD per year net of tax. Japanese income taxes are fully covered by the airline.

Contract Duration: Initial 3-year term, renewable every 3 years with extensions available up to age 65.
Schedule: Choice of local residency or a commuting package featuring 20 days on-duty and 10 days off-duty.
Commuting Support: Confirmed return tickets or a monthly allowance of $500 USD in lieu.
Bonuses: Contract completion bonus, renewal bonus, and annual salary increments.
Allowances: Monthly housing allowance and a ticketing allowance.
Insurance: Japanese National medical insurance and coverage provided by IASCO Global.
Leave: 20 days of vacation leave per year, increasing to 24 days after the first three years.
Overtime: Competitive rates of $100 USD per hour for duty exceeding 75 hours. Options to sell back duty-free days at $1,000 USD per day.

Training Details

The training program spans approximately six months and takes place at the Haneda training center. During this period, Skymark Airlines provides downtown Tokyo apartment accommodation. Training pay is approximately $10,000 USD per month, depending on current exchange rates. The airline covers all costs associated with the type rating and required training.

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must meet the following criteria for consideration:

Total Flight Time: Minimum 5,000 hours.
PIC Experience: Minimum 1,500 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) on a commercial jet.
Recency: Must have operated as PIC within the last 12 months.
Licensing: Valid ATPL and current Class 1 Medical certificate.
Experience: Previous airline experience is mandatory.
Age Requirements: Maximum 55 years for type-rated candidates; maximum 50 years for non-type-rated candidates.
Preferred Qualifications: B737NG type rating and JCAB license are preferred but not required.

Acceptable Aircraft Types

Non-type-rated candidates are eligible if they possess experience on the following aircraft:

Boeing: B737EFIS/NG/MAX, B767, B744, B777, B787
Airbus: A318/319/320/321, A330
McDonnell Douglas: MD80EFIS, MD90, MD-11
Embraer: EMB145 to 195
Bombardier: CRJ200 to CRJ1000NG
Fokker: F100

Application Procedure

Interested candidates are required to submit a comprehensive application package, including:

Official Application Form
Letter of Appointment
Completed Aeronautical Experience form
Scanned copies of all relevant personal and professional documentation as specified in the application guidelines.

Full on-ground support in Japan is provided by a dedicated team of local staff to assist with the application process and transition.