Airbus A320 Captain | UAE Relocation Opportunity

Company: Etihad
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What we offer

Etihad provides a competitive, tax‑free package designed to reward performance and support your lifestyle in Abu Dhabi. Your annual package includes basic salary, flying pay, housing allowance, layover and meal allowances, with the potential to earn up to AED 674,029 (USD 181,589) per year based on 75 flying hours per month. Your salary includes performance‑based annual increments and the following benefits:

  • Education allowance up to AED 40,000 for primary and AED 55,000 for secondary per child, up to three children
  • Income protection scheme
  • 42 days’ annual leave
  • Industry‑leading staff travel benefits and access to Etihad’s exclusive discounts
  • End‑of‑service benefits
  • Accidental and life insurance coverage
  • Relocation support: shipping container allowance, settling‑in support, and family travel benefits from any location worldwide

The Role

As a Captain with Etihad, you hold ultimate authority for the safe, secure, and efficient operation of every flight. You are entrusted with technical command of the aircraft, leadership of the crew, and the responsibility to uphold Etihad’s highest standards of professionalism.

  • Ensure the safety and security of crew, passengers, cargo, and aircraft at all times
  • Exercise full command of the aircraft from taxi‑out to final engine shutdown
  • Lead the flight and cabin crew, demonstrating strong decision‑making and effective crew resource management
  • Operate with efficiency and environmental responsibility, in line with company fuel and sustainability policies
  • Deliver consistent on‑time performance to meet Etihad’s commitment to reliability and guest satisfaction

What you’ll bring

To be considered for the role of Captain A320, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Minimum 5,500 hours total flying time
  • Minimum 2,500 PIC hours on multi‑crew, glass cockpit aircraft
  • Minimum 1,500 PIC hours on one of the A320 family
  • Flown A320 family within the last 12 months
  • Type rating on A320 valid for at least 2 months at time of joining
  • Unrestricted and current ICAO ATPL
  • Unrestricted and current Class 1 medical
  • Age below 59 years on day of joining
  • Current TRE/TRI an advantage
  • English language fluency (written and verbal) Level 4 or higher
  • If hours accumulated on flights with inflight relief, 75% of the total hours shall be counted towards the required minimum

Additional information

Etihad Airways operates across six continents, and as we advance our Journey 2030 ambition, we are creating opportunities for pilots to grow, lead and fly at the highest level.

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Posted: June 3rd, 2026