Captain – De Havilland Dash 8 (Q-Series)

✈️ Captain – De Havilland Dash 8 (Q-Series)

Lead safe, reliable regional operations on the renowned Dash 8 Q-Series as a Captain on a permanent contract. If you are an experienced, type-rated commander with solid turboprop credentials and an EASA ATPL, we’d like to hear from you.

Employment: Permanent
Aircraft: De Havilland Dash 8 (Q-Series)
Type rating: Required
Open to lic. holders: EASA
Right to work: European Union (no visa sponsorship)

🧭 The opportunity

As Dash 8 Captain, you will command day‑to‑day flight operations, set the tone for safety and performance, and mentor your crew while navigating diverse weather and airfields typical of regional networks. Your decision‑making, CRM, and turboprop expertise will ensure smooth journeys and an excellent passenger experience.

🧰 What you’ll do

Operate the Dash 8 Q-Series safely and efficiently in accordance with company SOPs and EASA regulations.
Lead the flight deck, fostering effective CRM and mentoring First Officers and cabin crew.
Plan and execute flights, including performance calculations, weight and balance, and fuel management for short‑haul turboprop sectors.
Exercise sound judgment in changing operational and meteorological conditions, including short runways and challenging approaches.
Manage normal, abnormal, and emergency procedures with calm, checklist‑driven discipline.
Champion a proactive safety culture through accurate reporting and participation in the Safety Management System.
Represent the airline with professionalism and clear communication to all stakeholders.

🌟 Minimum requirements

License: ATPL (EASA)
Medical: Class 1
ICAO ELP level: 5
Total time: 2,200+ hours
PIC time: 1,000+ hours
Flight time notes: 1,000+ PIC hours on an aircraft > 5,700 kg
Type rating: Dash 8 Q-Series — required
Last flight: Valid or recently valid Dash 8 type rating within the last 24 months
Work authorization: Right to live and work in the European Union
Visa sponsorship: Not provided

🌟 Who you are

You’re a decisive, standards‑driven commander who communicates clearly, anticipates the next step, and keeps the team aligned—especially when the environment is dynamic. You bring a calm cockpit, precise hand‑flying skills, and a passion for efficient regional operations.

📨 How to apply

Ready to take the left seat? Send your CV and a concise flight‑time summary/logbook extract highlighting your Dash 8 hours and PIC experience. Please ensure your documents confirm an ATPL (EASA), Class 1 medical, ICAO ELP 5, and your right to live and work in the EU.

Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements and have EU work rights can be considered.

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Captain – De Havilland Dash 8 (Q-Series)