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Boeing 787 Dreamliner Captain – Riyadh Air
Join Riyadh Air as a Boeing 787 Dreamliner Captain
Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national airline based in Riyadh, is recruiting experienced captains to lead operations on our brand‑new Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet. We’re seeking exceptional global talent to help build the world’s most inspiring airline while delivering an industry‑defining guest experience. On our flight deck, we value safety, professionalism, teamwork, and a growth mindset.
✈️ The opportunity
As a 787 Captain, you will command long‑haul and regional operations across our growing network, mentoring and developing flight crew while delivering safe, efficient, and guest‑centric flights in accordance with Riyadh Air SOPs and international regulations. You will champion a safety‑first culture and play a formative role in shaping the standards and spirit of a new global airline.
🧭 Minimum requirements
- Total time (multi‑crew, multi‑engine): Minimum 6,000 hours
- Turbine time: Minimum 6,000 hours on turbojet aircraft
- PIC time: Minimum 2,000 hours, with recent command on widebody
- Recency: At least 150 PIC hours within the last 12 months prior to joining
- Preferred platform experience: Boeing 787 or 777 command
- License: Valid ATPL (ICAO)
- Medical: Class 1
- English proficiency: ICAO ELP Level 5 or higher
- Type rating: Not required — Riyadh Air provides training
Only time accrued in the operating seat of turbojet aircraft will be considered.
🧰 What you’ll do
- Command B787 operations to the highest safety and regulatory standards.
- Lead and mentor flight deck colleagues, fostering a collaborative, performance‑driven culture.
- Execute fuel‑efficient, on‑time operations in line with SOPs and company policies.
- Uphold exemplary CRM and work seamlessly with cabin crew to deliver a standout guest experience.
- Represent Riyadh Air with professionalism and integrity across our global network.
🌟 Why Riyadh Air
- Permanency and stability: Permanent contract with a fast‑growing national carrier.
- Modern fleet: Fly the state‑of‑the‑art Boeing 787 Dreamliner.
- NTR pathway: Type rating not required — comprehensive training provided.
- Global impact: Help shape the standards and culture of a next‑generation airline.
- Relocation support: Visa sponsorship provided.
📨 How to apply
If you meet the minimums and are inspired to help build a world‑class airline, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply with a current résumé/CV and include your license details, medical, and a recent logbook summary demonstrating the required hours and recency.