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Boeing 737NG Captain – Long‑Term Direct Hire (Middle East)

✈️ Take Command of the 737NG Across the Middle East

Root Aviation is seeking accomplished Boeing 737NG Captains for a client airline in the Middle East on a long-term, direct-hire contract. If you lead from the left seat with calm authority, uphold uncompromising safety standards, and thrive in dynamic operating environments, we want to hear from you.

🧭 At a Glance

  • Position: Boeing 737NG Captain
  • Location: Middle East
  • Engagement: Long-term Direct-Hire (Contract)
  • License: ICAO ATPL with current B737 type rating
  • Medical: First Class Medical
  • English Proficiency: ELP Level 5 or higher
  • Age: Under 56 at time of onboarding
  • Recruitment Window: Up to 3 months from interview

🧰 What You’ll Do

  • Command Boeing 737NG operations with an unwavering focus on safety, compliance, and on-time performance.
  • Lead and mentor the flight deck and cabin crew, fostering a professional, just-culture environment.
  • Apply sound airmanship and decision-making across diverse weather and airspace environments common to the Middle East.
  • Adhere to company SOPs, regulatory requirements, and robust SMS practices.
  • Champion operational excellence, fuel efficiency, and a consistently premium customer experience.

🌟 Minimum Qualifications

  • Total Time: 5,000+ hours
  • Total PIC Time: 2,000+ hours
  • PIC on B737NG: 1,500+ hours (recent flight experience on type required)
  • Multi-Engine Time: 2,000+ hours
  • Jet Time: 1,500+ hours
  • Record: Clean safety record with no accidents or incidents
  • Licensing/Medical: Current ICAO ATPL, B737 type rating, and First Class Medical
  • Language: ELP 5 or above

🧾 Why This Role

  • Long-term stability via direct-hire placement with our client airline.
  • Operate a proven, global narrow-body platform with strong operational support.
  • Career growth in a fast-evolving Middle Eastern aviation market.

Compensation and benefits are provided directly by the client airline during the hiring process.

📨 How to Apply

Submit your application via Root Aviation, including:

  • Current CV with detailed hours breakdown (Total, PIC, B737NG, Multi-Engine, Jet)
  • Copies of ICAO ATPL, B737 type rating, and First Class Medical
  • Proof of ELP Level 5+
  • Last three pages of logbook and recent B737NG recency evidence

Shortlisted Captains will progress through screening, a technical interview, simulator assessment, medical verification, and final offer.

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