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A320 Direct Entry First Officer – Fast Track to Captain (BA Euroflyer, LGW)

✈️ A320 Direct Entry First Officer — Fast Track to Captain

Now, at BA Euroflyer, we’re looking for Direct Entry Pilots who are ready to take the next step — those with the skills, energy, and leadership to become Captains. As an experienced First Officer, you’ll join a fleet where your aspiration for command is supported by a clear pathway to promotion within approximately 12 months (subject to vacancy and meeting required standards). Based at London Gatwick, you’ll help take our wings to new heights, serving 40+ sought‑after destinations across Europe and North Africa.

  • Employer: BA Euroflyer
  • Base: London Gatwick (LGW)
  • Fleet: Airbus A320 family
  • Employment: Permanent
  • Entry route: Direct Entry (NTR — Type Rating Provided)
  • Upgrade path: Fast track to Command (~12 months)

Visa sponsorship not provided.

🧭 The opportunity

At BA Euroflyer you’ll fly the A320 family on a dynamic short‑haul network while building the leadership and decision‑making skills that set you up for Command. Operate to the highest safety standards with modern training, supportive leadership, and a culture that values teamwork and professional growth.

🧰 Training and progression

  • NTR welcomed — full TR provided on the Airbus A320 family.
  • Clear pathway to Captain within approximately 12 months, subject to vacancy and meeting required standards.
  • Training aligned to UK CAA and EASA requirements, including ZFTT where applicable.

📍 Where you’ll fly

From our London Gatwick base, you’ll operate to more than 40 destinations across Europe and North Africa — from city breaks to coastal escapes — delivering the signature BA Euroflyer service every time.

📜 Minimum requirements

  • Total time: Minimum 2,500 hours total time (subject to factorisation) on an aircraft type that satisfies ZFTT; flown this type within the last 6 months.
  • Type rating: Not required — training provided.
  • Licences accepted: UK CAA ATPL (A), fATPL (A), MPL; or an EASA licence meeting UK CAA conversion routes 3, 4, 5 or 6.
  • Ratings: IR and ME current.
  • Medical: Class 1.
  • Language: ICAO ELP Level 6.
  • Passport: Valid.
  • Open to: EASA and UK CAA licence holders.

Applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not provided.

🌟 What you’ll bring

  • Proven First Officer experience with strong situational awareness and a safety‑first mindset.
  • Leadership potential and the ambition to step up to Command.
  • Calm, customer‑focused professionalism in a fast‑paced short‑haul operation.
  • Collaborative teamwork and a coaching approach as you progress.

📨 How to apply

Apply with your up‑to‑date CV and licence details, including total time, last flown date on a ZFTT‑eligible type, current ratings, medical, and ELP level. Early applications are encouraged.

Shortlisting and assessments will be conducted against the stated minimums and organisational standards.

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