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AFA B737 Cadet Pilot Programme – Europe & UK Bases (Self‑Sponsored, Ryanair Group Pathway)
Launch your 737 career with the Airline Flight Academy
Join AFA’s self-sponsored Boeing 737 cadet programme feeding the Ryanair Group. Train on the B737-800 and B737-8200 and be prepared to operate from bases throughout Europe and the UK.
✈️ About the programme
The AFA B737 cadet pathway provides industry-leading training and a direct pipeline into the Ryanair Group. You’ll complete a self-sponsored B737 type rating and advanced airline preparation designed to set you up for success on a high-utilisation, pan-European network.
- Type rating on Boeing 737-800 and 737-8200 (MAX) variants
- Training and standards aligned with Ryanair Group operations
- Base opportunities across Europe and the UK (including G-Reg operations)
- Structured cadet support from assessment through to line flying readiness
🧭 Who we’re looking for
Motivated, safety-focused cadets ready to commit to a fast-paced airline training environment and thrive within a disciplined SOP-driven operation.
🧰 Minimum requirements
- Licence: Valid EASA CPL with Frozen ATPL; Dual Licence (UK CAA & EASA) also accepted
- PIC hours: 100 hrs PIC for modular trainees, or 70 hrs PIC if completed within an integrated course
- English: ICAO English Level 4 or higher
- Medical: Valid EU (Part-MED) Class 1
- Ratings/Courses: Valid EASA Multi-Engine Instrument Rating; EASA UPRT (FCL.745.A); EASA APS MCC (AMC2 FCL.735.A)
- Commitment: Willingness and ability to self-sponsor the B737 type rating
🌟 What you’ll gain
- B737-800/8200 type rating delivered by Airline Flight Academy
- Clear pathway to Ryanair Group operations upon successful completion
- Experience within a high-performance, pan-European airline environment
- Exposure to robust SOPs, CRM, and data-driven safety culture
🧭 Locations and operations
Training and subsequent flying opportunities span multiple European and UK bases. Successful cadets may operate aircraft on both EASA and UK registrations, including G-Reg operations in the UK, aligned to network needs.
📨 How to apply
Ready to take off? Submit your application and include:
- Current CV and logbook summary (highlight PIC totals)
- Copy of EASA licence (and UK CAA licence if dual)
- Valid Class 1 medical
- Proof of ELP level
- Certificates for ME/IR, AUPRT (FCL.745.A), and APS MCC (AMC2 FCL.735.A)
Note: This is a self-sponsored cadet/type-rating programme feeding the Ryanair Group; it is not a direct employment contract at the point of entry.