A320 Captain Instructor Pilot – Etihad Airways

🧭 Your mission

As a Captain with Etihad, you hold ultimate authority for the safe, secure, and efficient operation of every flight—upholding the highest standards of professionalism and operational excellence.

• Ensure the safety and security of crew, passengers, cargo, and aircraft at all times.
• Exercise full command from taxi-out to final engine shutdown.
• Lead flight and cabin crew with decisive leadership and effective CRM.
• Operate efficiently and responsibly in line with company fuel and sustainability policies.
• Deliver consistent On Time Performance to meet our commitments to reliability and guest satisfaction.

🧰 Train, lead, and elevate

As an A320 Captain Instructor, you are a role model within Etihad Airways—authorised to conduct training in line with GCAA CAR-FCL and CAR-AIR OPS, and the policies and procedures in the Etihad Airways Operations Manual Part A and D.

• Exhibit instructor competencies and uphold training standards.
• Deliver high-quality training across pilots’ core competencies (Knowledge, Skills, Attitude) and resilience.
• Be a positive role model to all personnel across Flight Operations.
• Provide feedback on training systems and courses to drive continuous improvement.
• Develop the potential and skills of Etihad pilots across our global network.

📋 Minimum requirements

• Total time: 5,500 hours
• PIC time: 2,500 hours
• A minimum of 2,500 PIC hours on multi-crew, glass cockpit aircraft with an FMS coupled to APFDS.
• Type rating: A320 (valid for a minimum of 2 months at time of joining)
• Current on A320; flown the A320 family within the last 12 months.
• 3 years as an A320 Instructor and/or Examiner (TRI/TRE).
• 1,000 hours of FSTD training.
• 1,000 hours of LIFUS/IOE experience.
• License: ATPL (ICAO)
• Medical: Class 1
• ELP: ICAO Level 4 or higher
• Must not have attained the age of 59 on the day of joining.

Where hours were accumulated with in‑flight relief, 75% of the total hours may be counted toward the required minimums.

🌟 Preferred

• Current TRE/TRI approval is an advantage.

🌍 Life and career at Etihad

From our Abu Dhabi hub, our pilots fly a modern, efficient fleet across six continents—connecting people and cultures every day. As we advance our "Journey 2030" ambition to double our fleet and expand our global network, we’re creating unparalleled opportunities to grow, lead, and fly at the highest level.

• Tax-free salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Concessionary travel for you and your family.
• Clear pathways into leadership, training, fleet management, and wider Flight Operations roles.
• Operate with modern tools and procedures, with a steadfast commitment to safety, professionalism, and sustainability.
• Be part of one of the world’s fastest-growing airlines, investing in people, operations, and the future of aviation.

📨 Ready to apply?

Bring your command experience and passion for developing others to an airline built for the future. Apply now to join Etihad Flight Operations as an A320 Captain Instructor and help shape our next chapter.