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Direct Entry First Officer – Hong Kong Base

✈️ Direct Entry First Officer — Join Cathay Pacific’s World-Class Flight Deck

Fly a modern, mixed Airbus and Boeing fleet on regional and long-haul routes from Hong Kong. As a Direct Entry First Officer with Cathay Pacific Airways, you’ll step into a high-performance, multi-crew environment with a clear pathway to Command and a benefits package that supports you and your family.

  • Base: Hong Kong
  • Employer: Cathay Pacific Airways
  • Fleet: Airbus A321neo, A330, A350; Boeing 777, 747
  • Routes: Regional and long-haul
  • Entry Path: Direct Entry First Officer

🧭 The opportunity

Operate from the heart of Asia across an expansive, global network. Bring your command experience and build toward Captain through an established development pathway backed by robust training and a strong safety culture.

🧰 What you’ll bring

  • ICAO Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL), or Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) with Multi-Engine Instrument Rating (MEIR).
  • ATPL examination credits obtained without exemption or conversion.
  • Valid Class 1 Medical Certificate (HKCAD Class 1 at pre-employment stage).
  • ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 4 or above.
  • Minimum 1,500 hours total flying time (3,000 hours preferred).
  • Minimum 500 hours as PIC (P1). A maximum of 250 hours P1 Under Supervision (P1 U/S) may be counted toward the PIC requirement.
  • EITHER:
    • 500 hours on civil aircraft for multi-crew operations with MTOW > 45,000 kg; OR
    • 1,500 hours on civil aircraft certified for multi-crew operations with MTOW > 10,000 kg or certified for more than 19 passengers.
  • Recency: 500 hours (including at least 250 PIC and/or P1 U/S) in the preceding 5 years OR 100 sectors in the preceding 5 years.
  • Eligible to live and work in the Hong Kong SAR.

🛡️ Safety, vetting and compliance

  • Pass pre-employment medical check, including HKCAD Class 1 medical.
  • Pass background check, including criminal records screening.
  • Pass pre-employment drug test per HKCAD Guidance CAD373.

🌟 What you’ll enjoy

  • Clear, established pathway to Command.
  • Staff travel privileges.
  • Education allowance.
  • Provident fund.
  • Operate a world-class fleet across a truly global network.

📨 How to apply

Submit your application with an up-to-date pilot CV, licence and medical details, and a recency summary. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with next steps.

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