Airbus Widebody Captain; NTR Etihad Airways

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✈️ The opportunity

Join a forward‑thinking national carrier that’s shaping the future of global aviation from our hub in Abu Dhabi. Fly a modern, efficient Airbus widebody fleet and help write the next chapter of Etihad’s growth.

• Command safe, efficient, and on‑time operations on international routes.
• Champion SOPs, CRM, and a strong safety culture across flight operations.
• Mentor and develop First Officers; contribute to training and fleet standards.
• Represent Etihad with professionalism and cultural awareness worldwide.

• Tax‑free salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Concessionary travel for you and your family.
• State‑of‑the‑art Airbus widebody fleet and expanding global network.
• Career pathways in leadership, training, fleet management, and wider Flight Operations.
• Abu Dhabi lifestyle: safe, cosmopolitan, and family‑friendly.

• Total time: 7,000 hours
• Age:
  Must not have attained the age of 59 on the day of joining
• Currency:
  Flown any Airbus Wide Body FBW or Boeing Widebody aircraft within the last 12 months

• Criteria A
  • Minimum 2,500 PIC hours on jet multi‑crew new‑generation/EFIS aircraft
  • Of which 2,000 hours on widebody aircraft above 140 tons
  • Minimum 1,500 PIC hours on any Airbus Wide Body FBW or Boeing Widebody aircraft
• Criteria B
  • Minimum 3,000 PIC hours on jet multi‑crew new‑generation/EFIS aircraft
  • Of which 2,500 hours on widebody aircraft above 140 tons
  • Type rating on any Airbus Wide Body FBW or Boeing Widebody aircraft valid for at least 2 more months at the time of joining

• License: ATPL (ICAO accepted)
• Medical:
  Class 1
• Language proficiency: ICAO ELP Level 4 or higher
• Type Rating:
  Not required (training provided); NTR applicants welcomed

We invest in your success with robust training, modern simulators, and clear development pathways—opening doors to training roles, standards, and leadership as our fleet and network grow.

Bring your widebody command experience to an airline built for the future. Apply now to join Etihad in Abu Dhabi and take your career to new horizons.