08 November 2025

Longreach Aviation Resources | A320 First Officer

Japan

Airbus A320 First Officer - Jetstar Japan

Job Overview

Jetstar Japan is actively recruiting experienced and aspiring Airbus A320 First Officers. This exciting opportunity is open to pilots holding an A320 type rating or those looking to obtain one, and is available to individuals with or without a JCAB license. While preference is given to candidates holding a JCAB license, with or without an A320 type rating, and to pilots with an A320 rating if they do not hold a JCAB license, all qualified pilots are encouraged to apply. Jetstar Japan, operating from Narita, Japan, boasts a substantial fleet of 24 A320 aircraft with further expansion planned. The airline services 24 routes to 14 domestic and international destinations, facilitating over 100 flights daily.

Longreach Aviation provides comprehensive support, with an established office in Japan and local staff dedicated to guiding applicants through the entire recruitment process and assisting them throughout their tenure with Jetstar Japan.

Benefits

  • Contract Length: 3 years, renewable.
  • Competitive remuneration package. For detailed information, please inquire.

Requirements

Applications are welcomed from pilots holding a JCAB license.

A320 Type-Rated Pilots:

  • Minimum 2,000 hours of total flight time.
  • Minimum 1,000 hours on the A320 family of aircraft.
  • Minimum 250 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC), or 180 hours as Pilot in Command Under Supervision (PICUS) and 70 hours as PIC.

Non-Rated Pilots:

  • Minimum 3,000 hours of total flight time.
  • Minimum 1,000 hours of jet time with a commercial airline.
  • Minimum 250 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC), or 180 hours as Pilot in Command Under Supervision (PICUS) and 70 hours as PIC.

General Requirements:

  • Must possess or be eligible to obtain relevant Japanese permanent residency status or an unrestricted right to work in Japan.
  • Must hold a current ATPL (ICAO, EASA, or FAA).
  • Must possess a current First Class Medical certificate.
  • Must demonstrate ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 4 or above.

Application Procedure

Prospective candidates are required to register with Longreach Aviation prior to applying. Registration details can be obtained upon inquiry.

The application process for Jetstar Japan necessitates the submission of the following documents:

  1. Completed Application Form
  2. Aeronautical Experience Form
  3. Longreach Letter of Appointment
  4. Scanned copies of personal identification documents

Please inquire to obtain copies of the required application documents.

Upon completion, all application materials should be submitted as instructed during the inquiry process. Further information and answers to any inquiries can also be obtained through the same channel.

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