British Airways CityFlyer is part of the British Airways family. This is your chance to be part of ours. As one of our pilots, you’ll connect Britain with the world for the leading airline at London City. This means flying through Europe from one of the world’s most distinctive airports.
Our customers trust us for our expertise. We’ll put our trust in yours to set the highest standards in safety and security. As an ambassador for our brand, you’ll be an outstanding role model. Together, you’ll offer the warm welcome and personal service that make flying with us an exceptional experience.
BA CityFlyer benefits
We put as much into looking after our people as we do our customers. So wherever your destination, you’ll be coming home to a competitive benefits package including:
- A company funded conversion course/type rating
- Medical and licence renewals paid by BA CityFlyer
- A Loss of Licence scheme when you start work
- Access to British Airways Health Services
- Life insurance benefits
- 30 days’ annual leave, increasing to 35 days on 5-years completed service
- Extensive British Airways worldwide staff travel benefits*
- Unlimited discounted airfares for your friends and family (subject to availability)
- Free airport parking at Heathrow while on holiday
- Discounts at selected car hire, hotels and retail stores
- Company pension scheme (up to 12% employer contribution)
- After two years’ service, if there are opportunities available, you can apply to British Airways Mainline through the "British Airways Career Pathway".
*after qualifying period of six months
We may alter or withdraw non-contractual benefits at our discretion from time to time.
Criteria
BA CityFlyer Direct Entry Captains need:
At least 4,000 hours of flight time in total. This should include 1,500 hours in command of a commercial jet/turbo prop multi crew aircraft with a take off weight greater than 20 tonnes. The 1,500 hours in Command will not include any PICUS.
- UK Part-FCL Licence (or converted by start date)
- Current MPA rating on an aircraft in excess of 20 tonnes MTOM
- Valid ME Instrument rating
- Valid Class 1 Medical (valid for 6 months after the date of joining)
- ICAO English language proficiency level 6
- A valid passport (with a minimum of 12 months before expiry date)
- The unrestricted right to live and work in the UK
BA CityFlyer First Officers need:
At least 500 hours of flight time or 100 route sectors on multi-engine/multi-crew EFIS equipped aircraft with a maximum take-off weight in excess of 10 tonnes.
- UK Part-FCL Licence (or converted by start date)
- Current MPA rating on an aircraft in excess of 10 tonnes MTOM
- Valid ME Instrument rating
- Valid Class 1 Medical (valid for 6 months after date of joining)
- ICAO English language proficiency level 4 or above
- A valid passport (with a minimum of 12 months before expiry date)
- The unrestricted right to live and work in the UK
Pre-Employment Checks
As a company our number one priority is to maintain the safety and security of our people and our customers. Pre-employment checks on all new joiners are essential. We have specific regulatory requirements that apply to these checks, as we are an aviation business.
These checks may seem quite complex and time consuming. But don’t worry, we’re here to guide and support you through the entire process. For airside roles we need to do a full five year pre-employment check, this includes education, ALL jobs, gaps and holidays of more than 28 days, along with documentary evidence. It is important that you provide us with accurate, and in-depth information. Discrepancies cause delay and may affect your start date.
You will also need to apply for a Criminal Records Check (CRC) also known as a Disclosure Baring Service Certificate (DBSC) and an overseas CRC if you have lived abroad in the last five years. If you already have an overseas criminal record certificate that is over 10 weeks old, it is valid if you have not returned to the country of issue to reside.
Typically, the CRC or DBSC will take two weeks to be issued, the overseas CRC will vary from country to country. The Pre-employment checks for airside will typically take around 16 weeks, the time will vary depending on the number of jobs, periods of education and gaps we have to check, and validate.
We will work with you, and our 3rd Party suppliers to make sure the process is as seamless as possible. Your help is vital, and much appreciated.
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