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Captains – Join Wizz Air UK in London (UK CAA ATPL)
Wizz Air
Dubai, UAE
Full Time
Senior
Onsite
1 months ago
A320 Aircraft OperationsFlight CommandUK CAA ATPLAirbus A320 FamilyCrew Resource ManagementDecision Making
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A320 Aircraft OperationsFlight CommandUK CAA ATPL
About the Role
Wizz Air UK is expanding and seeking experienced Direct Entry Captains to join their team based at London Luton or London Gatwick. The role requires a UK CAA ATPL, significant flight hours on A320 or similar aircraft, and the right to work in the UK.
Key Skills for This Role
A320 Aircraft OperationsFlight CommandUK CAA ATPLAirbus A320 FamilyCrew Resource ManagementDecision Making
Responsibilities
- Operate as Direct Entry Captain on Wizz Air UK flights
- Ensure safe and efficient flight operations
- Adhere to company policies and regulatory requirements
Requirements
- UK CAA ATPL
- Unrestricted right to live and work in the United Kingdom
- Minimum 3,500 factorized hours
- For Type Rated: Valid IR on Airbus A320, 1,000 hours total as Commander on A320, 500 PIC hours on A320 family
- For Non Type Rated: Valid IR on any type, 1,500 hours on CS25 turbojet (MTOM > 50,000 kg), 1,000 hours as Commander on MTOM > 50,000 kg aircraft
Full Job Posting
Job Overview
- Wizz Air UK is expanding and welcoming experienced Direct Entry Captains to join our growing team in the United Kingdom.
- Positions available at London Gatwick or London Luton.
Eligibility
- For Type Rated Captains (A320): UK CAA ATPL, Unrestricted right to live and work in the UK, Minimum 3,500 factorized hours, Valid IR on Airbus A320, 1,000 hours total as Commander on A320, 500 PIC hours on A320 family, Preferably flown 300 hours in the last 12 months
- For Non Type Rated Captains: UK CAA ATPL, Unrestricted right to live and work in the UK, Minimum 3,500 factorized hours, Valid IR on any type, 1,500 hours on CS25 turbojet (MTOM > 50,000 kg), 1,000 hours as Commander on MTOM > 50,000 kg aircraft, Preferably flown within the last 6 months
What We Offer
- Competitive salary with bonus for every 1,000 flight hours
- Indefinite and secure employment contract
- Opportunities for career development (Instructor, LTC, Management Pilot roles)
- Industry leading training
- Travel benefits across the Wizz Air network
- Loss of license, travel and life insurance
- Young, sustainable Airbus A320 family fleet
- Flexible or fixed roster options supporting work life balance
Application Checklist
- CV / Resume
- Optional cover letter
- Passport copy
- UK CAA ATPL
- Class 1 Medical
- Pilot logbook details
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