Airbus A320 Captain (Japan-Based, NTR – Training Provided)

🧭 Role overview

As Captain, you will exercise overall responsibility for flight safety, crew leadership, and on-time performance on A320 family operations, upholding the highest standards of a Japanese scheduled airline environment.

• Operate Airbus A320 family flights as Pilot-in-Command, ensuring safety, compliance, and passenger care.
• Lead and mentor flight and cabin crew, fostering a just culture and positive CRM.
• Conduct thorough preflight planning, briefings, and decision-making in line with company SOPs and JCAB/ICAO regulations.
• Manage abnormal and emergency situations with composure and professionalism.
• Represent the airline with clear, courteous communication in Japanese with crew, ATC, and ground stakeholders.

🧰 What you bring

• Language: Fluency in Japanese (spoken and written).
• Radio: Possess an air radio operator license (or equivalent or higher).
• Flight time: Minimum PIC 1,000 hours; Jet 1,000 hours.
• Experience: Proven Captain experience with a Japanese scheduled airline, including 1,000+ hours PIC on jet aircraft.
• License: Valid ATPL issued by JCAB.
• Medical: Current Class 1 medical.
• English: ICAO ELP Level 4 or higher.
• Type rating: Not required — training provided for successful candidates (NTR).
• Work rights: Already authorized to live and work in Japan (visa sponsorship not available).

🌟 What makes this opportunity stand out

• Left-seat opportunity on the Airbus A320 family.
• NTR-friendly pathway with provided type training.
• Permanency and stability within Japan’s scheduled airline sector.

Please note: Candidates must meet all minimums and have Captain experience with a Japanese scheduled airline to be considered.

📨 How to apply

Submit your CV/resume along with copies of your JCAB ATPL, Class 1 medical, ELP, air radio operator license, and a verified flight time summary. Shortlisted pilots will be contacted for next steps.