Overview

Join SAS as a First Officer

Flying for SAS – Scandinavian Airlines System is about more than building flight hours.

It’s about trust, professionalism, and being part of something bigger than yourself. We are now looking for newly graduated cadets, who are ready to take their first steps into airline operations and grow into the role of a professional commercial pilot.

This opportunity is aimed at pilots with little or no airline experience, but with a strong motivation to learn, develop, and commit to a long-term career in aviation. At SAS, you don’t just join your first airline operation. You enter a structured, safety-driven environment where training, mentoring, and continuous development are part of everyday life.

From your first simulator session to line operations, you’ll be supported by experienced instructors, captains, and colleagues who take pride in doing things the Scandinavian way.

Minimum Requirements

Valid EASA Class 1 Medical Certificate
Valid EASA CPL(A), or MPL
ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 5 or 6
MCC course completed
Unrestricted right to live and work in the EU
Clean criminal record

Licenses and medical must be valid and up to date at time of application
Pilot license preferably issued by Denmark, Sweden, or Norway
*Non-Scandinavian EASA licenses are accepted but must be converted before course start.

As a condition of employment, candidates must successfully complete background screening, a personal security interview, and alcohol & drug testing in accordance with aviation security regulations.

SAS Pilot Profile

The SAS Pilot Profile is the foundation for our recruitment, interview, and simulator assessments and focuses on overall suitability, not only technical flying skills.

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:

Professional application of knowledge and procedures
Situational awareness and sound judgement
Effective communication
Workload and stress management
Problem solving and decision making
Leadership and teamwork
Self-awareness and willingness to learn

The SAS Pilot Profile is a guiding framework applied holistically throughout the recruitment process to assess trainability, professionalism, and long-term suitability for a career at SAS.

Recruitment Process

If selected to move forward, the recruitment process includes:

CV & document screening
Video interview
Online interview with a representative from SAS
Online cognitive and personality assessments
Assessment Day (group exercise, simulator session, interview)
Final checks (background screening, security interview, drug & alcohol test)

Each step may be disqualifying.

Before Applying

Before applying, we strongly encourage you to read more about life and career in SAS, our fleet and other relevant information here: Pilot – SAS

Base Information:
We are currently recruiting to all bases.
BGO – E195
ARN – A320
OSL – E195 and A320
CPH – E195 and A320

How to Apply

Please apply through our career page, applications on email is not valid and will not be considered.

Please attach the following documents:

Progress check reports (IFR, VFR, MCC)
ATPL theory results (if completed)
Pilot license
Medical certificate
Passport copy
Logbook (last 3 pages)

Disclaimer:
SAS may adjust the recruitment process or base availability at any time. Meeting minimum requirements or passing assessments does not guarantee employment.
All offers depend on mandatory background checks, including security interview, drug and alcohol testing, license validation, and employment verification.
Salary levels follow collective agreements and cannot be negotiated. Approved candidates may be placed in a pilot holding pool, and start dates depend on operational needs and training capacity.
This role is not suited for candidates seeking guaranteed base or fleet allocation, fixed upgrade timelines, or short-term employment.

Scandinavian Airline System | A320 First Officer