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Direct Entry Captain (A320 Family, NTR) — 14 On/14 Off | Wizz Air UK

✈️ Lead the line as a Direct Entry Captain with Wizz Air UK

Are you a UK CAA or EASA‑licensed Captain ready to take command on our A320 Family fleet? Join Wizz Air UK as a Non‑Type‑Rated Direct Entry Captain and fly the cutting‑edge A321neo and A321XLR from our UK bases, on a lifestyle‑friendly 14 on / 14 off roster.

  • Employment: Permanent
  • Type rating: Not required (training provided)
  • Fleet: Airbus A321neo & A321XLR (A320 Family)
  • Roster: 14 on / 14 off
  • Operation: Mostly 2‑sector, out‑and‑back days; new XLR layover destinations
  • Bases: UK bases
  • Salary & growth: Industry‑leading salary and fast career progression
  • Visa sponsorship: Not provided

🛫 What you’ll do

  • Command A321neo/XLR operations across the Wizz Air UK network
  • Lead a high‑performing crew and uphold the highest safety and compliance standards
  • Deliver punctual, efficient, and passenger‑focused operations
  • Support our expanding XLR network featuring new layover destinations

🧰 Minimum requirements

  • License: ATPL — EASA or UK CAA
  • Total time: Minimum 3,500 factorized hours (see factorization table at onedoor.wizzair.com)
  • Instrument rating: Valid IR on any multi‑engine class/type
  • Multi‑engine: Valid multi‑engine class or type rating
  • Command experience (Option A): 1,000 hours as Commander on Airbus FBW aircraft in an airline environment
  • Command experience (Option B): 1,500 hours on a large turbojet with MTOM > 50,000 kg and 1,000 hours as Commander on aircraft with MTOM > 50,000 kg in an airline environment
  • Medical: Class 1
  • ICAO English: Level 4 or higher
  • Recency: Preferably last commercial flight within the preceding 6 months (additional training may apply if not met)

Note: Simulator hours are excluded. PIC hours refer to Pilot‑in‑Command time and do not include PICUS.

🎓 Training & type rating (NTR)

Non‑type‑rated Captains are welcome. Comprehensive A320 Family type rating and differences training are provided, followed by tailored line training to set you up for success.

🌍 Pilot Open Days — UK & Ireland

Meet our Flight Operations and Recruitment team, ask questions, and fast‑track your application:

  • Dublin — Sunday 4 February — Venue: Clayton Hotel Dublin Airport — Time: 11:00–17:00
  • Luton — Friday 23 February — Venue: Luton Vale Hotel — Time: 10:00–16:00

🌟 Why join Wizz Air UK

  • Fly a modern, fuel‑efficient A321neo/XLR fleet
  • Predictable lifestyle with a 14 on / 14 off roster
  • Industry‑leading salary and fast career progression
  • Growth opportunities as our UK network and XLR operations expand

📨 Ready to take command?

  • Apply: Submit your CV, license copies, Class 1 medical, and logbook summary.
  • Meet us: Drop in at an Open Day — no appointment required.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with next steps.