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First Officer – Widebody Fleet (Airbus/Boeing)
✈️ First Officer – Widebody Fleet (Airbus/Boeing)
Join Etihad Airways as a First Officer on our widebody fleet and help us shape the future of global aviation. Ranked the world’s safest airline, Etihad offers a vibrant, cosmopolitan lifestyle in Abu Dhabi, tax‑free salaries, concessionary travel, comprehensive benefits, and clear pathways to progression—inside and beyond the cockpit.
From our hub in Abu Dhabi, you’ll operate one of the world’s most modern and efficient fleets across six continents—connecting people and cultures every day. As we advance our Journey 2030 ambition to double our fleet and expand our global network, we’re creating unparalleled opportunities for pilots to grow, lead, and fly at the highest level.
🧭 Your mission on the flight deck
- Support the Captain to ensure the safe, secure, and efficient operation of every flight, adhering to Etihad SOPs and all regulatory standards.
- Assist in all aspects of flight preparation, performance, and navigation, maintaining continuous independent monitoring of position, terrain, and weather.
- Provide clear, timely communication and sound advice to aid safe and efficient decision‑making.
- Demonstrate professionalism, technical skill, and strong teamwork while developing leadership capability for future command.
- Uphold exemplary standards of discipline, conduct, and personal appearance, representing Etihad professionally on and off duty.
- Assume command in the event of Captain incapacitation in accordance with rank and company procedures.
🧰 General eligibility
- Type rating: On any Airbus Widebody FBW or Boeing Widebody aircraft (valid for at least 2 more months at time of joining).
- Currency: Flown any Airbus Widebody FBW or Boeing Widebody aircraft within the last 12 months.
- Licensing: ICAO Frozen ATPL (CPL with credit for ATPL), with valid IR and ME.
- Medical: Class 1.
- ICAO English: ELP Level 4 or higher.
- Accepted licenses: ICAO.
- Minimum jet time: 1,000 hours.
📏 Flight time pathways (meet either A or B)
To be considered for the role of First Officer, you must meet one of the following pathways in addition to the general eligibility above:
- Criteria A
- Minimum 2,500 hours total flying time.
- Minimum 1,500 hours on multi‑crew, glass‑cockpit MPA.
- Minimum 1,000 hours on any Airbus Widebody FBW or Boeing Widebody aircraft.
- Criteria B
- Minimum 3,000 hours total flying time.
- Minimum 2,000 hours on any Airbus Widebody FBW or Boeing Widebody aircraft.
Type rating on any Airbus Widebody FBW or Boeing Widebody must be valid for at least 2 months at the time of joining.
📝 Additional requirements
- Age: Must not have attained the age of 50 on the day of joining.
- For Frozen ATPL (CPL) holders: Present the results of the ATPL Theoretical Knowledge Exam and an integrated ATPL course completion certificate.
🌟 Why choose Etihad
- Fly a modern, efficient widebody fleet across six continents from our Abu Dhabi hub.
- Tax‑free salary, concessionary travel, comprehensive benefits, and global lifestyle for you and your family.
- World‑class training, safety, and support as part of an airline ranked the world’s safest.
- Clear progression pathways, mentorship, and leadership development toward future command.
- Be part of our Journey 2030 growth—doubling the fleet and expanding our network to create unparalleled career opportunities.
📨 How to apply
Ready to take your career to new horizons with an airline built for the future? Submit your application with an up‑to‑date CV, copies of your license and ratings, Class 1 medical, and a recent logbook summary. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with next steps.