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Boeing 787 Dreamliner Captain — Type Rating Provided

✈️ Boeing 787 Dreamliner Captain — Type Rating Provided

Take command of the iconic Dreamliner and lead with precision, professionalism, and poise. This permanent captaincy offers world-class training to transition onto the B787, ideal for accomplished jet captains with proven experience in Japan’s airline environment.

  • Employment: Permanent
  • Type Rating: Not required — training provided (NTR-friendly)
  • License Required: ATPL
  • Accepted Licenses: JCAB
  • Medical: Class 1
  • ICAO ELP: Level 4 or higher
  • Languages: English and Japanese
  • Visa sponsorship: Not provided

🧭 Role overview

As B787 Captain, you will lead safe, efficient, and passenger-focused operations across a modern widebody network. You will set the tone on the flight deck, uphold rigorous standards, and mentor crew while executing company SOPs and regulatory requirements.

  • Command B787 flights with uncompromising safety and procedural discipline
  • Exercise sound judgement in all phases of flight, from dispatch to arrival
  • Lead a high-performing crew through effective CRM, coaching, and debriefing
  • Coordinate with dispatch, maintenance, and ground teams for on-time performance
  • Champion compliance with JCAB and international regulations and company SOPs
  • Represent the airline’s service ethos and communicate clearly with customers and crew

🧰 Minimum qualifications

  • Total time: 2,500 hours
  • Jet PIC: 1,000 hours
  • At least 1,000 hours as Captain on Japanese airline jet aircraft
  • License required: ATPL (JCAB)
  • Medical: Class 1
  • ICAO ELP: Level 4 or higher
  • Languages: English and Japanese
  • Additional requirement: Possession of an aviation radio operator license
  • Type rating: Not required — B787 training provided

Work authorization: Visa sponsorship is not provided; candidates must hold existing right to work as applicable.

🌟 Why this role

  • Permanent captaincy on a state-of-the-art widebody
  • Structured B787 type training and recurrent support
  • Collaborative, safety-first culture with high operational standards
  • Opportunity to mentor and shape the next generation of flight crew

📨 How to apply

Please submit your CV/resume and the following documents:

  • Copy of JCAB ATPL and Class 1 Medical
  • Proof of ICAO English Level 4+ and language proficiency in Japanese
  • Aviation radio operator license
  • Logbook summary highlighting 2,500 TT, 1,000 Jet PIC, and 1,000 hrs as Captain on Japanese airline jet aircraft
  • Availability for training and earliest start date

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with next steps and simulator assessment details.

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