To honour the resilience and hard work of pilots worldwide Emirates reaffirmed their commitment to welcome 1,500 new pilots over the coming years to celebrate World Pilot’s Day. With a cohort of 4,600 already the airline aim to embrace a new generation of pilots within the next two years.
The Next Generation of Pilots
This commitment follows the success of their Accelerated Command, allowing First Officers to be fast-tracked to Captains. With 80 candidates finding success on this route, Emirates aren’t stopping there. Having welcomed 500 new pilots this year, the airline are dedicated to growth and global expansion aiming for over 1,000 more. Connecting cities across the globe with the youngest crew and most modern aircrafts, pilots have the opportunity to explore the world from San Fransisco to the Maldives. After all there is no better office view than being 40,000 feet in the air.
Life in Dubai with Emirates
Life as a pilot in Dubai comes with its fair share of benefits. Living in a gated community, surrounded by colleagues, with a buzzing nightlife, international school, and family communities from 112 countries. With a tax-free salary, retirement benefits, and medical, dental, and life insurance the company also offer profit sharing benefits and a chauffeur to and from work. Explore the world with 42 days annual leave and the ability to swap shifts and spend time with loved ones.
Looking to the Future with Emirates
The company are focused on hiring within four categories: Direct Entry Captains, Accelerated Command, First Officers Type Rated, and First Officers Non-Type Rated. The airline hit the road to showcase their new project. Following on from their recent trip to Italy, Emirates are taking their roadshow to Norway, Finland, and Sweden this May with the goal to hire 550 more pilots.
If you’re interested in a life in the sky head to the Emirates website to find out more.
