Emirates is stepping up its recruitment efforts in São Paulo to meet the sharp increase in customer demand. The airline will hold an event in São Paulo in June to recruit experienced pilots.
The event will be held at Sheraton WTC Hotel in the days June 26th at 10am and 13pm and June 27th at 10am. Last year, Emirates announced major changes to its pilot recruitment, including salary increases, new roles and a change in eligibility criteria. Experienced pilots will be recruited to fill roles in one of Emirates’ four programmes: Direct Entry Captains, Accelerated Command, First Officers Type Rated and First Officers Non-Type Rated.
No pre-registration is required and pilots only need to attend one session. During the meeting, participants will learn more about the airline’s recruitment process, available opportunities, training programs, career paths and benefits, as well as chat with pilots currently working at Emirates. For more information, visit Link.
“Emirates pilots operate one of the youngest and most modern wide-body aircraft fleets in the world, flying to over 148 destinations worldwide. They will have the great opportunity to undergo robust in-house training at Emirates’ state-of-the-art facilities and live in the vibrant city of Dubai. We look forward to having more Brazilian pilots our airline, contributing to our continued expansion of operations globally,” said the airline. Stephane Perard, general director of Emirates in Brazil.
Flying with Emirates
With the modernisation of a further 71 Airbus A380 and Boeing 777 aircraft, the airline is refurbishing the interiors of 191 aircraft across its fleet. Emirates’ continued investment ensures that its pilots operate a modern fleet of wide-body aircraft.
The airline has taken delivery of the first three A350 aircraft, part of an order for 65 aircraft. In addition, Emirates will also receive Boeing 777X aircraft, part of the total order of 205 of this type.
Emirates offers a range of benefits to pilots and their families, including a competitive tax-free salary, 42 days annual leave with airfare for themselves and their immediate family, company-provided accommodation in gated communities, child education allowance, life insurance, medical and dental insurance, highly discounted travel benefits for family and friends, and much more.
Cutting-edge training experience
Emirates provides new employees with robust, evidence-based in-house training and skills development to help them integrate into their roles. Selected candidates undergo training programmes at Emirates’ state-of-the-art facilities in Dubai, which currently feature 10 simulators.
Additionally, Emirates’ new state-of-the-art pilot training facility spans 5.882 square metres and has received a US$135 million investment. The facility accommodates six bays for full flight simulators for its A350 and 777X aircraft and will be inaugurated shortly.
Direct Entry Captain
To fly Emirates’ highly anticipated fleet of 65 A350 and A380 aircraft, candidates need a minimum of 7 hours of flight experience on multi-engine, multi-crew (at least two pilots) commercial aircraft.
Accelerated Command Programme
This program is designed primarily for experienced Airbus and Boeing pilots who currently fly narrow-body aircraft on regional routes and wish to advance their careers by working for a global airline.
Pilots with a minimum of 1.000 hours of Airbus and Boeing fly-by-wire flight experience will Emirates as First Officers, receiving an enhanced salary package. They can receive an accelerated command upgrade after 700 hours of flight time and two consistent positive reviews. Emirates pilots typically achieve these milestones in just over a year, flying a combination of ultra-long, long and short haul routes.
First Officers – non-type rated
Emirates is accepting First Officers – non-type rated, which basically means pilots with only turboprop or jet engine experience. These pilots will receive full training to fly the airline’s wide-body fleet of 144 Boeing aircraft across its network of more than 140 destinations. First Officers will also be able to fly 205 of the new Boeing 777-X aircraft when they are delivered from 2025.
First Officer
First Officer candidates must have experience in multi-engine and multi-crew aircraft, a valid International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL) and at least 2 hours in aircraft with a maximum take-off weight of 20 tonnes.
More information about the requirements and benefits of each role is provided here: Link.
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