Air pilots offered Dh40k-plus salary in UAE

For those looking for a high-flying career in aviation, there are opportunities to join a fast-growing Dubai airline.

Low-cost carrier Flydubai is offering the opportunity to become a member of its Boeing 737-800 flying team, which could fetch a salary of Dh40,000 plus other benefits.

Emirates-CAE Flight Training (ECFT) has signed a long-term pilot training agreement with Flydubai which will provide instruction on the Boeing aircraft to those interested in having an opportunity to fly for Flydubai.

The programme is offered to commercial pilots who have less than 1,500 flying hours and is currently underway at the Emirates-CAE Flight Training (ECFT) and Dubai Silicon Oasis centres.

Pilots should be between 20 and 30 years old, hold a valid 1st Class Medical and have a commercial pilot license with a minimum of 220 flying hours.

First officers at the airline make approximately Dh39,500 per month (tax free) plus other benefits.

“Pilots interested in the training programme can visit to register for the training programme.

The website is the only method to apply for this programme and any subsequent job opportunities at Flydubai,” the companies said in a statement.

Kenneth Gile, Chief Operating Officer at Flydubai, said: “Flydubai pilots have trained solely with ECFT since the airline’s beginning. With our focus on safety and passenger confidence, we seek to hire the best talent in the industry and have chosen ECFT as a trusted partner to help us find qualified pilots to join our team of passionate and dedicated people.”

As the aviation industry in the Middle East continues to grow, training facilities for pilots to gain additional experience and skills are essential. This programme demonstrates the commitment of ECFT and Flydubai to ensuring pilots are offered world-class training opportunities.

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