22 February 2026

Longreach China | B737 Captain

China

Boeing 777 Captain - Central Airlines China

Job Description

Central Airlines China, a dynamic and expanding cargo operator, is seeking experienced Boeing 777 Freighter (B777F) Captains to join its growing team. Established in 2020 and headquartered in Haikou, Hainan, the airline operates within China's 4th Free Trade Zone, benefiting from significant policy and tax advantages. The fleet includes B737F and B777F aircraft, serving numerous city pairs with ongoing expansion plans.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Operate B777F aircraft for Central Airlines China.

Contract Details

Contract Length: 3-5 years renewable.

Roster Options:

  • 10 consecutive days off per month.
  • 6 days off per month plus annual leave.

Commuting roster mode available from Shenzhen Airport (SZX) with a commuting ticket allowance.

Compensation and Benefits

Annual package potentially exceeding 1 million RMB.

Captain B777F - Salary & Benefits Overview:

Category New Captain Lead Captain
Workmode Options (A) 6 Consecutive Days per Month plus 35 Days Annual Leave; or
(B) 10 Consecutive Days off per month
Annual Salary, Hourly Fees, and Allowances (600-900 Hours) RMB884,000/Year – RMB1,370,000/Year RMB980,000/Year – RMB1,526,100/Year
Monthly Allowances RMB 16,100
Monthly Loyalty Bonus 13-36 Months: RMB 5,000; 37 Months and above: RMB 10,000
Total Package Value (Approx. Monthly) RMB 95.7k – RMB 136k RMB 104k – RMB 149k
Other Benefits Overnight per diem; Deadhead Crew Allowance; Sick Leave.

Note: All amounts are subject to Chinese tax.

Group medical insurance provided by Baymac, with optional family coverage. Automatic emergency medical insurance coverage.

Candidate Requirements

  • Currently rated on the B777/B787 aircraft (preferred).
  • Consideration for Non-Type Rated (NTR) positions will be given to pilots with ratings on other Boeing types including B737NG/MAX, B747, B757, or B767.
  • Minimum 1,500 Pilot-in-Command (PIC) hours on Boeing aircraft.
  • Minimum 5,000 total flight hours.
  • Must have flown as Commander on the relevant aircraft type within the last 6 months.
  • Maximum age: 55 years for B777 pilots; 50 years for NTR pilots.
  • Valid ATPL issued by a country with diplomatic relations with the People's Republic of China (PRC).
  • Valid First Class Medical certificate.
  • Valid passport from a country with diplomatic relations with the PRC.
  • No history of aviation incidents or accidents.
  • No criminal record.
  • ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 4 or above.
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