B787 First Officer Job Opportunity – Air Japan
Air Japan is currently seeking professional pilots to join their operations. As the operator of a B787 passenger fleet, the airline serves key destinations across Asia, including China, Seoul, Bangkok, and Singapore, as well as Honolulu, with further route expansions planned. Based in Narita, Japan, this five-year contract position is open to both type-rated and non-type-rated applicants and offers a distinct pathway for command upgrades.
Compensation and Benefits
Successful candidates will receive a competitive remuneration package, including 2026 revised salary scales. Benefits include:
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Five-year contract duration with extensions available up to age 65.
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Generous commuting support of $2,000 USD per month.
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Work schedule featuring 10 to 14 days off per month, with a minimum of 8 consecutive days.
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Contract completion bonus of $18,000 USD.
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24 vacation days per annum.
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Comprehensive worldwide medical insurance, including specific coverage for US citizens within the United States.
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Staff travel privileges via Star Alliance partner airlines.
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Sick leave provision of 1 day per 2 months worked (maximum 12 days).
Minimum Requirements
To be considered for this position, applicants must meet the following criteria:
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Minimum of 3,000 hours total flight experience.
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Minimum of 500 hours of commercial jet experience.
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Valid ICAO ATPL or FAA ATP (Frozen ATPLs are not accepted).
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Valid ICAO jet aircraft type rating (SIC/Co-pilot jet ratings are not accepted).
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Valid ICAO command instrument rating.
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Valid ICAO Class 1 medical certificate.
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Minimum English proficiency: ICAO Level 4 or higher.
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Radio Operators Certificate held for a minimum of 2 years.
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100 hours of PIC cross-country flight time.
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200 hours of total cross-country flight time.
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100 hours of night flight time.
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75 hours of instrument flight time.
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Any jet type rating.
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Military experience is accepted.
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Pilot in Command (PIC) requirements:
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250+ hours PIC, OR
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70+ hours PIC and 180+ hours PICUS, OR
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500+ hours PICUS.
Application Procedure
Interested candidates are required to register through the official recruitment portal. Following registration, applicants must download and complete the official Air Japan application form. The completed form should be submitted as a clear, high-quality scan for review.