Iberia offering cadet pilot jobs in ‘part sponsorship’ training deal
Iberia announced the relaunch of its cadet pilot training programme in association with FTEJerez Flight Training Europe. The collaboration between Iberia and FTEJerez will see the Spanish flag carrier providing interest-free financing for approximately 50% of the training cost. New pilot hopefuls have until the 15 May to submit their applications for the Iberia initiative that is helping to ease the burden of high professional flight...
TUI opens new pilot job application portal
TUI is on the lookout for new pilots to join the airline after opening its online pilot hiring portal and the first phase of the application process. TUI is inviting non-type rated, rated, and military pilots to apply for the position. Successful candidates will then have the chance to become a Second or First Officer flying the carriers’ 737 aircraft. According to TUI: “This is a fantastic opportunity to join TUI and...
British Airways newly qualified pilot pathway open for applications
British Airways opens its newly qualified pilot pathway (NQPP) programme. The programme allows newly qualified commercial pilots that meet the airline’s entry criteria to apply for a piloting job with the flag carrier. NQPP programme applicants must have completed all aspect of flying training and either be in possession of a UK Part-FCL Licence or have submitted their licence application to the CAA. Applicants with an...
BALPA’s scepticism about the global pilot shortage and upfront training fees
The British Airline Pilots Association (BALPA) has issued a statement advising prospective pilots to be wary of current claims that there is an emerging worldwide pilot shortage. Broadly, BALPA’s view is that airline pilot recruitment is currently buoyant and may remain so for the foreseeable future, but at the same time any claims of a pending global pilot shortage are to be viewed with a strong dose of scepticism. “In 2023 we have...
