As the nation’s flag carrier, we take great pride in connecting Britain with the world and the world with Britain.
It’s something we’ve been doing for over 100 years, ever since we launched the world’s first international scheduled air service between London and Paris.
This originality has been in our blood since day one. It’s the spirit we share with the people that fly with us, our partners, and our colleagues.
So, whether you are a reassuring voice on the end of a phone, a smile at the door, under a wing keeping the turbines spinning or landing us gently in far-flung places, a job at British Airways is yours to make.
We know great things can happen when you’re inspired to think big and bring your ambition to work every day, which is why, at British Airways the sky is never the limit.
We are looking for Direct Entry Pilots who have the skills, energy, experience and aspirations for Command.
As an experienced First Officer, with strong leadership skills, you will be inspired to be a Captain, role modelling the highest professional standards across the BA Euroflyer operation.
As a DEP, you will join the fleet and our pathway is designed to support and navigate you to success as a Captain at BA Euroflyer within 12 months (subject to vacancy, and meeting the standards required)
At BA Euroflyer every single one of our colleagues is helping to take our wings to incredible new heights at London Gatwick.
Our growing network of over 40 destinations includes many of Europe and North Africa’s most popular holiday hotspots, ranging from Catania to Corfu, from Agadir to Antalya.
Proudly flying the flag and carrying our customers in comfort and style, our colleagues consistently deliver the premium British Airways’ service and the safety standards that we are known for.
Based in Sussex, our flying programme means we return to our home base at London Gatwick every evening. Our flight crew enjoy a bidding system based on a truly fixed pattern roster which means you really can make the most of your time off and plan your life outside of the flightdeck.
Whether you are an early riser or would rather work late into the evening, the nature of our flying means you can even preference for what you fly when you come to work. If you fancy a change, you can also use our popular swap function to swap with colleagues.
As a wholly owned British Airways’ subsidiary, you will experience a vibrant and energising team culture where we stay connected, communicate on a uniquely personal level and put our colleagues at the heart of what we do.
As part of the wider British Airways’ family, you will also benefit from working alongside colleagues who are experts in their fields, helping to proudly represent the British Airways brand globally.
We will be hosting BA Euroflyer recruitment roadshows across the UK, including London Gatwick, Luton, Manchester, Birmingham and Glasow...
Come and meet the BA Euroflyer team at these regional locations over the next few weeks:
Our pilots will be on hand to answer your questions and will host our ‘Day in the Life at BA Euroflyer’ presentations throughout the sessions: To register for these events, please click below:
27th February 13:00-19:00 (15:00 presentation) Hilton, Gatwick Airport
Direct Entry Pilot - BA Euroflyer Roadshow Tickets, Thu, Feb 27, 2025 at 1:00 PM | Eventbrite
4th March 13:00-19:00 (15:00 presentation) Courtyard Marriot, Luton Airport
Direct Entry Pilot - BA Euroflyer Roadshow Tickets, Tue, Mar 4, 2025 at 1:00 PM | Eventbrite
5th March 13:00-19:00 (15:00 presentation) Doubletree Hilton, Manchester Airport
Direct Entry Pilot - BA Euroflyer Roadshow Tickets, Wed, Mar 5, 2025 at 1:00 PM | Eventbrite
6th March 10:00-14:00 (12:00 presentation) Novotel, Birmingham Airport
Direct Entry Pilot - BA Euroflyer Roadshow Tickets, Thu, Mar 6, 2025 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite
12th March 10:00 – 16:00 (14:00 presentation) Courtyard Marriot, Glasgow Airport
Direct Entry Pilot - BA Euroflyer Roadshow Tickets, Wed, Mar 12, 2025 at 10:00 AM | Eventbrite
What we can offer you:
· Starting salary of £78,000 plus allowances circa £14,332 (based on 800 flying hours per year).
· On successful completion of your command course your salary will increase to £115,460 plus allowances, circa £25,148, with annual incremental pay uplifts on a 15 point pay scale.
· Fully funded type rating courses – with no bond attached.
· A newly introduced fixed pattern roster which offers a genuine lifestyle balance for all our flight crew
· 30 days leave per year, including single use leave days for those special occasions you really don’t want to miss.
· Up to 15% employer contribution (up to £11,250 in year one and £16,500 once upgraded) direct to your pension to help you accrue for your future.
· Additional optional benefits available include, dental and critical illness cover, technology scheme, cycle to work and electric/plug-in hybrid car scheme.
· Access to British Airways Health Services for your medicals or if you have an established relationship with your AME, we will subsidise the cost of your Class 1 renewals.
· A place on the ** British Airways master seniority list to support those career aspirations of the future.
** The BA master seniority list is for all BA pilots. Your seniority number is unique to you and enables you to bid for how you want your career to develop. Whether it be for a long-haul fleet @ LHR, a training position or a lifestyle change to part time, the annual bid is your pathway to new opportunities in the future.
For you and your family:
· Loss of Licence scheme to protect you and your family in the event of ill health.
· Up to 5 x salary in Life Assurance Benefits.
· Private Health Insurance with AXA PPP, (with additional cover available for your family to)
· Annual Bookable Concessions on Staff Travel (after 12 months) with business class space available upgrades, for you, your family or friends to enjoy across the British Airways network.
· Unlimited discounted airfares, hotels & car hire for your friends and family
· Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, which offers free advice and support to you and your family, including counselling, financial & legal advice
What we ask of you:
· Current UK issued CAA Flight Crew Licence ATPL (A), fATPL (A), MPL or hold an EASA licence and meet the “Third Country CPL and ATPL licence conversion requirements” set out by the UK CAA (route 3, 4, 5 or 6).
· A minimum of 2500 hours total time (subject to factorisation). Please include breakdown of hours in application.
· The right to live and work in the UK.
· Height between 1.57m (5’2”) and 1.91m (6’3”). Qualified pilots taller than 1.91m may submit an application but will be required to undergo a functionality check to confirm their ability to meet requirements of the seating positions in the BA Euroflyer fleet.
· Good level of physical fitness
· Spoken and written English ICAO level 6
· Valid passport (minimum 12 months before expiry date)
· Valid class one medical with a minimum of 6 months validity from contract start.
Please note:
· Candidates who are not successful at initial screening, video interview, capacity testing or assessment centre stage can reapply for the pilot recruitment campaign after 6 months from their most recent assessment date. Candidates who were not successful at the SIM stage must wait 12 months before reapplying for the pilot recruitment campaign.
· You may only apply to one airline within the British Airways family (British Airways, Euroflyer, or Cityflyer) at a time. If you are unsuccessful in one campaign, you will be unable to reapply to any of the three airlines within the British Airways family until the specified re-apply period has elapsed.
· Successful candidates will enter a hold pool. Candidates in the hold pool will receive a maximum of 2 job offers. If a candidate turns down their second job offer, they will exit the hold pool and be required to reapply after 12 months and complete the entire selection process again.
Any candidates who have applied to British Airways Short Haul A320 campaign and would like to be considered for the Aspiration for Command campaign, please contact us at baef.pilotrecruitment@ba.com.
We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity at British Airways. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, age, marital status, veteran status or disability status. This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.
** If you are a current BA CityFlyer Pilot you must apply via Jobsearch **
Minimum Criteria To Apply:
Hold a UK Part-FCL Licence
or
Hold an EASA licence and meet the “Third Country CPL and ATPL licence conversion
requirements” set out by the UK CAA (route 3, 4, 5 or 6).
Third Country CPL and ATPL licence conversion requirements from 1 January 2023 | Civil Aviation Authority (caa.co.uk)
