A320 Direct Entry Captain – Copenhagen (CPH/Kastrup)

✈️ About the Role

SAS is offering a Direct Entry Captain opportunity on our A320 fleet, based at Copenhagen Airport (CPH/Kastrup). Fly across the Nordic region and major European hubs with a modern Airbus operation, supported by a strong safety culture and professional team.

🌟 Why Join SAS

• Permanent contract with the flexibility to choose 100% full-time or an 83.3% part-time agreement.
• Fully funded A320 type-rating with a 3-year bond.
• Competitive pension and worldwide staff travel benefits.
• Minimum 11 days off per month and 42 days of annual leave.
• Career pathways to A330/A350 or roles in Training and Management.
• Operate within a modern Airbus fleet of 100+ narrow- and widebody aircraft from SAS’s Copenhagen hub.

💰 Pay & Benefits

• Starting salary (100%): 75,493 DKK per month.
• Starting salary (83.3%): 62,861 DKK per month.
• Leave: 42 days annually.
• Time off: Minimum 11 days per month.
• Travel: Worldwide staff travel benefits.
• Pension: Competitive scheme.

🧭 What You’ll Do

• Command A320 family aircraft on scheduled services from Copenhagen (CPH).
• Operate in Nordic winter conditions and busy international airspace.
• Uphold SAS’s safety, compliance, and customer service standards.
• Contribute to an efficient, modern Airbus operation across Europe and beyond.

🗓️ Roster & Lifestyle

• Choose 100% full-time or an 83.3% flexible part-time pattern.
• Seasonal part-time typically includes 100% rostering in summer and December, and 50–75% during the remainder of the year.
• Enjoy a minimum of 11 days off per month to balance flying and home life.

🧰 What You Bring

• Licensing: Unrestricted EASA ATPL(A). EASA ATPL(A), CPL(A), or MPL holders are eligible; non-Scandinavian EASA licenses accepted but must be converted before course start.
• Medical: Valid Class 1 Medical and current Instrument Rating.
• Language: ICAO English Level 5 or 6.
• Right to work: Unrestricted right to live and work in the EU; clean criminal record.
• Experience:
  • 4,000+ hours total time.
  • 2,000+ hours on jet aircraft or high-speed turboprops.
  • 1,000+ hours PIC on aircraft with MTOW above 55.0T.
  • Proven winter operations experience.

🚀 Progression

Advance your career with opportunities to transition to the A330/A350 long-haul fleet or move into Training and Management roles as your journey with SAS evolves.

📨 Ready to Apply?

If you meet the requirements and want to captain the A320 from Copenhagen with SAS, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your application and take the next step in your command career.