Etihad B777 Freighter Captain

Rishworth Aviation; Dubai; On-site; AED 367,000 - 551,000; Full time

Job summary

A national airline in the UAE is seeking qualified B777 Freighter Captains for early 2026. The role offers a competitive, tax-free annual package, accommodation, and comprehensive benefits. Candidates must meet specified flying hour criteria, including significant experience on Boeing aircraft. Join a growing, world-class airline during an exciting period of expansion.

Benefits

Competitive, tax-free annual package

Accommodation provided

Comprehensive medical insurance

Industry-leading staff travel benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 7,000 hours total flying time.
• PIC hours on multi-crew, glass cockpit aircraft.
• Current ATPL and Class 1 medical required.

Skills

English language fluency

Boeing multi-crew experience

Job description

We are excited to partner with Etihad to recruit B777 Freighter Captains to start early 2026! As the national airline of the UAE, Etihad is soaring to new heights. In 2025, they’ve flown over 10 million guests, launched 30+ destinations, and recorded their strongest half-year profit ever. With 20+ new aircraft joining this year and plans to double their fleet by 2030, this is an exciting time to join a growing, world-class airline offering competitive salaries and benefits.

Screenings

• November & December 2025

Benefits

• Competitive, tax‑free annual package
• Annual Incentive
• Average of 14 operating days per month
• Accommodation provided
• Accidental and life insurance coverage
• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Industry‑leading staff travel benefits and access to Etihad’s exclusive discounts
• End‑of‑service benefits

To be considered for the role of Freighter Captain B777, you must meet either Criteria A or Criteria B, in addition to the General Eligibility criteria below.

Criteria A

• Minimum 7,000 hours total flying time
• Minimum 2,500 PIC hours on multi‑crew, glass cockpit (1) of which 2,000 should be on any Boeing wide body aircraft above 140 tons
• Minimum 1,500 PIC hours on any Boeing wide body

Criteria B

• Minimum 7,000 total flying hours
• Minimum of 3,000 PIC hours on jet multi‑crew, glass cockpit (1) of which 2,500 should be on Boeing wide body aircraft above 140 tons as commander

General Eligibility

• Flown any Boeing FBW within the last 12 months
• Type rating on applicable aircraft to be valid for at least 2 more months at the time of joining
• Unrestricted and current ATPL issued by an ICAO member state
• Unrestricted, current Class 1 medical
• Must not have attained the age of 59 on the day of joining
• English language fluency (written and verbal) – ICAO Level 4 or better

(1) Glass Cockpit: aircraft with a FMS coupled to APFDS

If you meet the minimum requirements, please submit your applications as soon as possible!

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.