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BA Euroflyer – Direct Entry Captain. Take Your Career to New Heights at London Gatwick. At British Airways, we’ve been proudly connecting Britain with the world for over a century. From launching the world’s first international scheduled air service to delivering premium service across the globe, our pioneering spirit is at the heart of everything we do. Now, at BA Euroflyer, we’re bringing that same spirit to short-haul flying from London Gatwick, serving some of Europe and North Africa's most desirable destinations—from Alicante to Marrakech, Nice to Corfu—with the trusted standards of British Airways. As a Direct Entry Captain, you’ll be part of a dynamic, close-knit team where lifestyle balance meets career ambition. With our fixed pattern roster, you’ll return to base every evening, giving you the freedom to truly enjoy your time off. Prefer early starts or late finishes? Our bidding system and swap function let you tailor your schedule to suit your life.
Job Responsibility:
Take millions of customers to hundreds of amazing international destinations every year
creating unique experiences for our customers and extending a big British welcome to everyone who flies with us
Requirements:
UK-issued CAA ATPL (A), fATPL (A), MPL or EASA licence meeting UK CAA conversion routes (3, 4, 5 or 6)
3000 hours total time on an aircraft type that satisfies ZFTT, and you must have flown this type within the last 6 months
1000 hours PIC and you must have operated as PIC within the last 6 months
Right to live/work in the UK or ability to hold RTW visa
ICAO English Level 6
valid passport
Class 1 medical
Nice to have:
EASA licence meeting UK CAA conversion routes (3, 4, 5 or 6)
What we offer:
Starting salary of £114,000 (subject to pay review 2026) plus circa £25,150 in allowances (based on 800 flying hours/year)
Fully funded type rating – no bond attached
Fixed pattern roster for genuine lifestyle balance
30 days annual leave, including single-use leave days for special occasions
Up to 15% employer pension contribution (up to £17,100)
Access to British Airways Health Services or subsidised Class 1 renewals
A place on the British Airways master seniority list – your pathway to future opportunities