B787 First Officer Opportunities – Air Japan
Air Japan is currently seeking professional pilots to join its growing flight operations team. Operating a fleet of Boeing 787 aircraft, the airline serves a network spanning Asia, including China, Seoul, Bangkok, Singapore, and Honolulu, with plans for further route expansion. These five-year contract positions are based at Narita, Japan, and are available to both type-rated and non-type-rated applicants. Notably, Air Japan offers clear pathways for command upgrades to First Officers.
Compensation and Benefits
Air Japan provides a highly competitive remuneration package, including updated 2026 salary scales (all amounts in USD). The benefits package is designed to support international aviation professionals, including:
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5-year contract duration with extensions available up to age 65.
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Commuting support: $2,000 USD monthly allowance for commuting to Tokyo.
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Work-life balance: Up to 14 days off per month, with a minimum of 8 consecutive days.
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Contract completion bonus: $18,000 USD upon completion of 5 years of service.
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Leave and insurance: 24 vacation days per year, sick leave, and worldwide medical insurance for the pilot (including US-based health insurance for US citizens).
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Travel: Staff travel benefits provided on Star Alliance partner airlines.
Minimum Requirements
Interested candidates must meet the following criteria to be considered for the Air Japan B787 program:
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Total Flight Experience: Minimum 3,000 hours.
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Commercial Jet Experience: Minimum 500 hours (Military experience is acceptable).
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PIC Requirements: Must meet one of the following:
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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.
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Cross Country Experience: 200 hours total, including 100 hours PIC.
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Flight Hours: 100 hours Night Flight and 75 hours Instrument Flight.
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Certifications: Valid ICAO ATPL or FAA ATP (Frozen ATPLs are not accepted).
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Type Rating: Valid ICAO Jet Aircraft Type Rating (SIC/Co-Pilot ratings are not accepted).
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Command Instrument Rating: Must hold a valid ICAO Command Instrument Rating.
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Medical: Valid ICAO Class 1 Medical Certificate.
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Language: ICAO English Proficiency Level 4 or higher.
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Documentation: Radio Operators Certificate held for more than 2 years.
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Any jet type rating is required.
Application Procedure
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by registering with the recruitment partner. After registration, please complete the official Air Japan application form in full. Ensure that all details are legible and provide a high-quality scan of the completed documentation to the recruitment department.