Aspiration for Command —

BA CityFlyer; Manchester; Remote; GBP 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

BA CityFlyer is seeking Direct Entry Pilots to fast-track into command, flying the Embraer 190 from London City. Starting salary of £67,799 plus circa £11,700 in allowances, with a clear progression to Captain within 12–18 months, subject to vacancy and standards.

You'll join a close-knit team operating a varied schedule across Europe and the UK, delivering a high standard of customer service while developing through our structured career pathway and development programme designed for rapid

Qualifications

• UK-issued CAA ATPL (A), fATPL (A), MPL or EASA licence meeting UK CAA conversion routes (3, 4, 5 or 6).
• Minimum 2500 hours total time to include minimum of 1000 hours multi crew aircraft. Recent on previous type within the last 6 months
• The right to live and work in the UK.
• Height between 1.57m (5'2") and 1.91m (6'3"). Taller pilots may apply but will need a functionality check.
• ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 6
• Valid passport (minimum 12 months before expiry date)
• Valid Class 1 Medical (valid for 6 months after date of joining)
• E-Jet type rating desirable but not essential
• The right to live and work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available

Responsibilities

• Direct Entry Pilot path to Captain within 12–18 months (subject to vacancy).
• Operate Embraer 190 from London City Airport.
• Deliver a high standard of customer service in a demanding, fast-paced environment.
• Support a seven-day-a-week operation with flexible duties and roster patterns.

Skills

English Proficiency 6

Total 2500 hours

1000 hours multi-crew

Education

CAA ATPL/MPL/EASA license

Job description

Aspiration for Command - Embraer E190 - London City

BA CityFlyer

Starting salary of £67,799

pluscirca £11,700 in allowances

Starting salary of £67,799 pluscirca £11,700 in allowances Are you a qualified First Officer with commercial flying experience, ready to take the next step into command?

At BA Cityflyer, we're looking for Direct Entry Pilots with the skills, energy, and ambition to grow into leadership and take command. You'll play a key role in delivering an exceptional flight experience for our business and leisure customers flying them right into the heart of London. If you're passionate about aviation and ready to make a real impact, this is your opportunity to fast-track your career and become a Captain.

This is more than just a flying job. It's your opportunity to join a close-knit team, fly a modern fleet, and be part of a company that’s committed to your development.

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 Cityflyer within 12- 18 months (subject to vacancy, and meeting the standards required).

If you're looking for a career that moves fast, supports your growth, and puts you at the centre of one of the world’s most exciting cities we'd love to hear from you.

As the leading airline at London City, we fly into a variety of destinations throughout Europe and the UK. You'll be expected to work flexibly within a tight knit team to deliver our dynamic seven-day-a-week operation. Operating business, charter and leisure flights on a varied roster including day trips, night stops and tours.

Operating the Embraer 190 primarily from London City Airport, with its high value and sophisticated customer base, we fly in and out of one of the world’s most challenging operating environments. Therefore, our pilots are required to maintain the highest professional standards.

The drive to provide industry defining standards of customer service in a demanding yet exciting environment is the aspiration we look for in our high calibre pilots.

THE MINIMUM CRITERIA TO APPLY ARE:

• UK-issuedCAA ATPL (A), fATPL (A), MPLor EASA licence meeting UK CAA conversion routes (3, 4, 5 or 6).
• Minimum 2500 hours total timeto include minimum of 1000 hours multi crew aircraft. Recent on previous type within the last 6 months
• 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 Cityflyer fleet.
• ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 6
• Valid passport (minimum 12 months before expiry date)
• Valid Class 1 Medical (valid for 6 months after date of joining)
• E-Jet type rating desirable but not essential
• The right to live and work in the UK. We are unable to offer Sponsorship for this position

Human Resources

BA CityFlyer Limited

Towers Business Park

Wilmslow Road

Didsbury, Manchester

M20 2BA

United Kingdom