Longreach China | B787 First Officer

Air Japan First Officer Position - A Rewarding Opportunity in Asia

Air Japan, renowned for its modern fleet of Boeing 787s, is seeking highly skilled and experienced First Officers to join its growing team. Operating a network of routes within Asia, including China, Seoul, Bangkok, Singapore, and Honolulu, with further destinations planned, Air Japan offers a unique opportunity to experience the vibrant culture and diverse landscape of the region.

This five-year contract, based at Narita International Airport in Japan, is open to both type-rated and non-type-rated pilots with a proven track record in jet operations. Importantly, Air Japan distinguishes itself by offering a clear pathway to command upgrades for its First Officers, a rare opportunity within the contract airline industry.

A highly competitive compensation package is provided, including a generous monthly salary, comprehensive benefits, and a generous time-off policy. Pilots enjoy a minimum of 10 days off per month, with the option for additional days off for commuting and vacation, potentially totaling 14 days off in a block. Air Japan also provides a monthly commuting allowance of $2000 USD to assist with travel to Tokyo and offers staff travel privileges on Star Alliance partner airlines.

Compensation Details:

Contract Completion Bonus: $18,000 for five years of continuous service.

Additional Benefits:

• Up to 14 days off per month.
• 24 vacation days per year.
• Sick leave accrues at 1 day every 2 months (maximum 12 days).
• Worldwide medical insurance for the pilot and family, including health insurance in the US for US citizens.
• Staff travel benefits on Star Alliance.
• Five-year contract with extensions possible up to age 65.

Minimum Requirements:

• 3,000 hours of Total Flight Experience.
• Any jet rating.
• 500 hours of Commercial Jet Experience.
• Military experience is acceptable.
• PIC Requirements:
  • 250+ hours PIC, or
  • 70+ hours PIC and 180+ hours PICUS, or
  • 500+ hours PICUS.
• 100 hours of PIC Cross Country.
• 200 hours of Cross Country.
• 100 hours of Night Flight.
• 75 hours of Instrument Flight.
• Valid ICAO ATPL or FAA ATP (Frozen ATPLs not accepted).
• Valid ICAO Jet Aircraft Type Rating (SIC/Co-Pilot Jet Ratings not accepted).
• Valid ICAO Command Instrument Rating.
• Valid ICAO Class 1 Medical Certificate.
• ICAO Level 4 English or higher.
• Have held a Radio Operators Certificate for more than 2 years.

Application Procedure:

To apply, candidates are first required to register with Longreach Aviation. Click [link] to register. Once registered, the application for Air Japan requires the following documents:

• Completed Application Form.
• Letter of Appointment.
• Completed Aeronautical Experience form.
• Scanned copies of the following personal documents:
  • ATPL
  • Medical Certificate
  • Photo ID page of Passport
  • Last 6 left and right pages of logbook (12 scanned pages total)
  • Letter of verification of hours from the current employer or authority.

To obtain the application package, including sample documents, please contact [email]. Please ensure all documents are complete and attached when submitting your application. Longreach Aviation will assist with documentation completion if necessary.

Please Note: Completing the Aeronautical Experience form can be challenging, as much of the information pertains to early flying experiences. Refer to the provided instructions for guidance. If further assistance is needed, please contact [email] and a consultant will be available to help.

Completed applications should be sent to [email].

This is an exciting opportunity for experienced pilots to embark on a rewarding career with Air Japan, a dynamic airline offering a competitive compensation package, a clear path to command, and the chance to explore the vibrant Asian region.