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Airbus A320 Family Captain (Type-Rated) – Air Astana

✈️ Join Air Astana as an Airbus A320 Family Captain

Lead from the left seat with the national carrier of Kazakhstan. Air Astana combines a strong safety culture, modern technology, and warm Kazakh hospitality across an expanding domestic and international network. With a modern fleet of 56 aircraft and the momentum of a recent IPO, this is a prime moment to fast-track your career at altitude.

  • Employment: Permanent
  • Fleet/Type: Airbus A320 Family (Type-Rated)
  • License: ATPL — Open to ICAO license holders
  • Medical: Class 1
  • English Proficiency: ICAO ELP Level 4+
  • Visa Sponsorship: Provided

🌟 About Air Astana

Air Astana is a multi-award-winning carrier recognized for excellence, innovation, and reliability. As Kazakhstan’s national airline, we pair cutting-edge technology with a customer-first mindset to deliver safe, seamless journeys across our growing network.

🧭 The Opportunity

As an A320 Family Captain, you will command our Airbus narrow-body operations, upholding the highest safety standards and operational discipline while mentoring flight crew and delivering an exceptional onboard experience.

  • Lead A320 Family operations across domestic and international routes.
  • Champion an uncompromising safety and compliance culture.
  • Coach and develop flight deck and cabin colleagues through professionalism and teamwork.
  • Represent Air Astana’s values of excellence, integrity, and service.

🧰 Minimum Requirements

  • Total Time: Minimum 4,500 hours.
  • PIC Time: Minimum 1,000 hours total.
  • PIC on Type: Minimum 500 hours on Airbus A320 Family.
  • Type Rating: Current and valid A320 Family type rating required.
  • License: Valid ATPL from an ICAO member state.
  • Medical: Class 1.
  • English: ICAO ELP Level 4 or higher.

🔄 Currency & Recency

  • Have flown the A320 Family within the last 12 months with a current LPC, or
  • Applicants who have flown the type within the last 36 months may be considered based on overall experience (subject to assessment).

📚 Additional Documentation

  • A non-accident/incident certificate.
  • A non-criminal record from place of previous residency.
  • Recommendation letters from your last two employers.
  • Training records from previous employer, including LPC and OPC.
  • Vaccination passport.
  • Valid, unrestricted passport.

All documents must be current and verifiable.

🌍 Why Fly with Us

  • National carrier stature with a strong safety and service legacy.
  • Modern fleet of 56 aircraft and a growing route network.
  • Innovation-driven operation backed by the momentum of a recent IPO.
  • Visa sponsorship provided for eligible candidates.

📨 Ready to Apply?

Bring your expertise to an airline on the rise. Submit your application with full flight time breakdown, validity dates for license/medical, and the required documents listed above. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with next steps.

Air Astana is an equal opportunity employer. Only candidates meeting minimum requirements will be considered.

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