Malaysia Airlines | Cadet

Aspiring First Officer Opportunity: Frozen ATPL Holders

MAG (Malaysia Aviation Group) invites ambitious, dedicated professionals holding a valid frozen Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) to apply for this prestigious career opportunity. This role is specifically designed for entry-level professional pilots ready to transition seamlessly into commercial airline flight operations and elevate their aviation career to new heights.

Essential Candidate Requirements

Applicants must satisfy the following stringent criteria to be considered for this professional pilot role:

• Applicants must hold Malaysian Citizenship.
• Candidates must be aged between 18 and 45 years in the year of application.
• The role is open to both male and female applicants.
• A minimum physical height of 158 cm is mandatory.
• Candidates must be medically and physically fit, evidenced by a valid Medical Class 1 Certificate.
• Applicants must possess perfect eyesight, demonstrating a visual acuity of at least 6/60 without optical aids, correctable to 6/6, and must be free from colour blindness.
• Exceptional proficiency in both written and spoken Bahasa Malaysia and English is a prerequisite.
• Must possess a valid Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) with Instrument Rating (IR) and a frozen Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL).

Important Exclusions

This opportunity is exclusively targeted at non-experienced professional pilots who meet the frozen ATPL requirements. Applications will not be accepted from the following categories:

• Experienced pilots.
• Student pilots currently undergoing training at a Flight Training Organisation (FTO).
• Abridge student pilots currently undergoing conversion training.

Application and Selection Process

The application process is managed digitally. Candidates should note the following procedures and critical dates:

• Candidates must submit only one application.
• Only selected candidates who successfully pass the initial pre-screening phase will be notified via official communication regarding the exact location and schedule for subsequent interviews.
• Applicants are advised that the advertised venue and dates are provisional and remain subject to change. Further information concerning the confirmed date and location will be communicated directly to shortlisted candidates.

Required Documentation for Interview Stage

Candidates invited for the interview must ensure they bring the complete set of original documents listed below for verification:

1. Original Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) / IGCSE Certificate.
2. Original Degree or Diploma Certificate.
3. Original Degree or Diploma Transcript.
4. Original National Identification Card (IC).
5. Valid CPL(A)/IR with frozen ATPL.
6. Valid Medical Class 1 Certificate.
7. Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) Theoretical Knowledge Certificate.
8. Current Pilot Logbook.
9. Up-to-date professional Resume.
10. Official Flying School Report.
11. Other related documents (if applicable).
12. Attached registration slip (printed clearly on A4 size paper).

How to Apply

Aspiring candidates are required to submit their formal application online:

• Applicants must follow the instructions provided on the official careers portal to submit their application.
• The final closing date for application submissions is 14 October 2025 (11:59 PM MYT).
• Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for further evaluation and assessment.