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National Airlines

Direct Entry Captain – B747 & A330 (Type Rating Provided)

Direct Entry Captain — B747 & A330

Step into the left seat with National Airlines. Lead global widebody operations on the Boeing 747 and Airbus A330. Direct entry. No type rating required—training provided.

  • Employment: Permanent
  • Entry: Direct Entry (NTR)
  • Fleet: Boeing 747 & Airbus A330

✈️ The mission

National Airlines Captains are overall responsible for the safe and reliable operation of our B747 and A330 aircraft.

  • Lead all phases of flight: planning, dispatch coordination, departure, enroute decision-making, and arrival.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance with FARs, company SOPs, and international procedures.
  • Champion safety, risk management, and professional airmanship across diverse global operations.
  • Mentor and coordinate with flight and cabin crew, fostering a high-performance cockpit culture.
  • Represent National Airlines with professionalism when operating worldwide and interacting with authorities and customers.

🧭 Minimum requirements

  • Total time: 5,000 hours
  • Part 121 time: 1,000 hours
  • PIC/SIC (per FAR 121.436): Minimum 1,000 hours obtained under Title 14 CFR
  • Type rating: Not required — training provided
  • Note: ATP issued with a CIRC APCH–VMC Only limitation is acceptable
  • License: ATP (FAA)
  • Medical: Class 1
  • Open to license holders: FAA

🧰 Additional requirements

  • Hold an FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit
  • Valid U.S. or foreign passport with applicable visas for international travel; passport valid at least one year from application date
  • Foreign nationals must be able to obtain all visas required to operate National Airlines flights
  • U.S.-based pilots must be legally authorized to work in the United States
  • Willing to undergo a 10-year background check including Pilot Records Database (PRD), DOT pre-employment drug testing, and Criminal History Records Check (CHRC)
  • Meet entry/exit requirements for all jurisdictions served (valid passport, visas, and any required vaccinations). Travel documents must remain current during training and operations.
  • Visa sponsorship: Not provided

🌟 What makes this opportunity stand out

  • Direct entry to the widebody captain seat
  • Operate the iconic B747 and modern A330 across global missions
  • Company-provided type rating and training

📨 How to apply

Submit your application with a detailed flight time breakdown and proof of required certificates, medical, and travel document validity. Qualified candidates will be contacted with next steps.