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Airbus Widebody Captain (NTR) — Etihad Airways, Abu Dhabi

Airbus Widebody Captain

  • Employer: Etihad Airways
  • Employment: Permanent
  • Base: Abu Dhabi, UAE
  • Fleet: Airbus Widebody
  • Type Rating: Not required (Training provided)
  • Visa sponsorship: Provided

It’s an exciting time to join Etihad. Our network is expanding, new aircraft are joining one of the world’s youngest and most modern fleets, and our Journey 2030 ambition will see us double our fleet and grow our global footprint. As a Captain, you’ll lead long‑haul operations across six continents, upholding the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and operational excellence—while enjoying a vibrant Abu Dhabi lifestyle, a tax‑free salary, comprehensive benefits, concessionary travel, and outstanding career development opportunities across leadership, training, fleet management, and Flight Operations.

✈️ The opportunity

Join a forward‑thinking national carrier that’s shaping the future of global aviation from our hub in Abu Dhabi. Fly a modern, efficient Airbus widebody fleet and help write the next chapter of Etihad’s growth.

  • Command safe, efficient, and on‑time operations on international routes.
  • Champion SOPs, CRM, and a strong safety culture across flight operations.
  • Mentor and develop First Officers; contribute to training and fleet standards.
  • Represent Etihad with professionalism and cultural awareness worldwide.

🌟 What you’ll enjoy

  • Tax‑free salary and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Concessionary travel for you and your family.
  • State‑of‑the‑art Airbus widebody fleet and expanding global network.
  • Career pathways in leadership, training, fleet management, and wider Flight Operations.
  • Abu Dhabi lifestyle: safe, cosmopolitan, and family‑friendly.

🧭 Minimum requirements

  • Total time: 7,000 hours
  • Age: Must not have attained the age of 59 on the day of joining
  • Currency: Flown any Airbus Wide Body FBW or Boeing Widebody aircraft within the last 12 months

🧰 PIC hour pathways (meet either A or B)

  • Criteria A
    • Minimum 2,500 PIC hours on jet multi‑crew new‑generation/EFIS aircraft
    • Of which 2,000 hours on widebody aircraft above 140 tons
    • Minimum 1,500 PIC hours on any Airbus Wide Body FBW or Boeing Widebody aircraft
  • Criteria B
    • Minimum 3,000 PIC hours on jet multi‑crew new‑generation/EFIS aircraft
    • Of which 2,500 hours on widebody aircraft above 140 tons
    • Type rating on any Airbus Wide Body FBW or Boeing Widebody aircraft valid for at least 2 more months at the time of joining

🧾 Licensing and medical

  • License: ATPL (ICAO accepted)
  • Medical: Class 1
  • Language proficiency: ICAO ELP Level 4 or higher
  • Type Rating: Not required (training provided); NTR applicants welcomed

🚀 Training and progression

We invest in your success with robust training, modern simulators, and clear development pathways—opening doors to training roles, standards, and leadership as our fleet and network grow.

📨 Ready to lead?

Bring your widebody command experience to an airline built for the future. Apply now to join Etihad in Abu Dhabi and take your career to new horizons.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with next steps. Visa sponsorship provided where required.

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