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British Airways

A320 Family First Officer – Direct Entry (Type-Rated)

✈️ A320 Family First Officer – Direct Entry

Step straight onto the flight deck of a modern Airbus operation. We are seeking experienced, type-rated A320 First Officers with recent line currency to join on a permanent basis.

  • Employment: Permanent
  • Entry route: Direct entry
  • Fleet: Airbus A320 family
  • Licence holders: EASA or UK CAA
  • Visa sponsorship: Not provided
  • Type rating: Required (A320)

🧭 The opportunity

Bring your A320 expertise to a safety-first, team-driven cockpit. As a Direct Entry First Officer, you will operate across the A320 family, applying sharp airmanship, disciplined SOP adherence and exemplary CRM to deliver a smooth, efficient operation on every sector.

🧰 Minimum requirements

  • In-type experience: Minimum 500 hours on the Airbus A320 family.
  • Type rating: Current and valid A320 type rating required.
  • Currency: Flown the A320 family within the last 12 months.
  • Licences: Current UK CAA Flight Crew Licence (ATPL(A), Frozen ATPL(A) or MPL) OR hold an EASA licence and meet the UK CAA Third Country CPL/ATPL licence conversion requirements (routes 3, 4, 5 or 6).
  • Ratings: Frozen ATPL with IR and ME.
  • Medical: Valid Class 1 Medical.
  • Language: ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 6.
  • Passport: Valid passport with at least 12 months remaining.
  • Work eligibility: You must have the right to live and work in the UK; sponsorship is not available.

🌟 What you will bring

  • Safety-first mindset with meticulous SOP discipline.
  • Calm, decisive CRM and clear, professional communication.
  • Team spirit, resilience and a consistently high standard of airmanship.

🧭 Why this role

  • Permanent contract within a proven A320 operation.
  • Direct-entry, type-rated pathway so you can contribute from day one.
  • A supportive, safety-led culture built on professionalism and respect.

📨 How to apply

Ready to line up? Submit your application with the documents below. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next steps.

  • Up-to-date CV/resume.
  • Hours breakdown/logbook confirming 500+ A320 in-type hours and 12-month currency.
  • Copy of licence (UK CAA or EASA) and A320 type rating page.
  • Class 1 Medical certificate.
  • Proof of ICAO ELP Level 6.
  • Passport with 12+ months validity.

Please ensure you meet all minimum requirements before applying.