Airline Captain – B737/A330/Q400 | RwandAir, Kigali

✈️ The Opportunity

Step into a high-impact command role where you will lead each sector with confidence, uphold the highest safety standards, and mentor a diverse flight crew. You will operate modern aircraft on a dynamic network, representing RwandAir’s commitment to safe, reliable, and guest-focused operations.

🧭 What You’ll Do

• Serve as Pilot-in-Command (Captain) on assigned flights upon nomination by RwandAir management.
• Exercise full operational authority and decision-making in accordance with company SOPs, the FCOM, and regulatory requirements.
• Lead pre-flight planning, performance calculations, fuel strategy, and weight & balance to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Champion a safety-first culture, applying disciplined CRM and threat & error management on every sector.
• Manage abnormal and emergency procedures precisely and in compliance with company and manufacturer guidance.
• Mentor and develop First Officers, fostering a high-performance, professional cockpit environment.
• Represent RwandAir with professionalism to passengers, crew, and operational stakeholders at all times.

🧰 Minimum Qualifications

• Total Time: 5,000 hours (minimum)
• Pilot-in-Command (in type): 1,000 hours (minimum) on the applicable type
• Type Rating: Current and endorsed on license for B737, A330, or Q400 (as applicable)
• License: ATP/ATPL – accepted from EASA, FAA, or ICAO member states
• Medical: Class 1
• Language: ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 4 (minimum)

🌟 Additional Requirements

• Radiotelephony: Valid Radio Telephony License or endorsement on your flight crew license
• Safety record: No history of accidents/incidents attributable to gross negligence
• Relocation: Willingness to relocate permanently to Kigali, Rwanda

🌍 Why RwandAir & Kigali

• Command a modern, mixed fleet across B737, A330, and Q400 operations.
• Permanent, stable employment with visa sponsorship provided.
• Kigali base in a well-connected, vibrant African hub.

📨 How to Apply

Submit your application with the following:

• Current CV/resume
• Copy of ATPL/ATP, medical certificate (Class 1), and type rating endorsement
• Proof of ICAO ELP Level and Radio Telephony License/endorsement
• Recent logbook pages evidencing total time and PIC time in type

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with next steps. If you are type-rated on more than one of B737/A330/Q400, please highlight this in your application.