Airlines & Flight Schools

• 55 Airbus H135/H145 (mixed fleet)

170

• Bavaria
• North Rhine-Westphalia
• Baden-Württemberg
• Lower Saxony
• Hesse

• Stable NGO employer
• Modern Airbus fleet
• NVG training
• Predictable roster
• Base accommodation
• Safety culture
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing training

Home base assignment across Germany. Duty performed on base with crew accommodation during shifts; block rosters (multi-day on/off) published in advance. Commuting flights generally not provided; base changes depend on operational needs.

• 33 A320
• 8 A321LR
• 8 A330

900

• London Heathrow
• New York JFK
• Boston
• Chicago O’Hare
• Paris CDG

• FO: €5,000
• SFO: €7,000
• CPT: €12,000

• IAG staff travel
• Pension scheme
• Loss of licence
• Medical insurance
• Type rating
• Career progression

Primary pilot base is Dublin (DUB). Self‑commuting is permitted but there is no formal commuting contract; pilots typically arrange their own travel. IAG staff‑travel benefits can assist with standby positioning. Rosters are published in advance to support planning.

• 21 Boeing 777F

500

• Leipzig/Halle
• Frankfurt
• Hong Kong
• Shanghai
• Cincinnati

• FO: €6,500
• CPT: €12,000

• Paid type rating
• Loss-of-license insurance
• Per diem allowances
• Training upgrades
• Modern 777F fleet

Home base Leipzig/Halle (LEJ). Many long‑haul night freight pairings; hotels arranged between duties when rostered. Commuting possible subject to company policy and contract; some pairings may start or end in Frankfurt.

• 17 Embraer E195

320

• Munich
• Frankfurt
• Verona
• Florence
• Bologna

• Lufthansa staff travel
• Simulator training
• Career mobility
• Travel discounts
• Insurance benefits

Pilots are typically assigned to an Italian base and are expected to live within practical reach. Space‑available staff travel across the Lufthansa Group can support ad‑hoc commuting; roster flexibility varies by base and operational needs.

• 3 B787-8

150

• Bangkok
• Singapore
• Seoul Incheon
• Taipei
• Manila

• FO: $9,000
• CPT: $14,000

• ANA travel perks
• Commuting support
• Health insurance
• Loss of license
• Per diem
• Type training

Tokyo-Narita base with commuter support, positive-space travel on ANA Group to and from base, and predictable monthly rosters suitable for international commuting.

• 133 Airbus A319-100
• 48 Airbus A320-200
• 218 Airbus A321-200
• 70 Airbus A321neo
• 303 Boeing 737-800
• 59 Boeing 737 MAX 8
• 47 Boeing 777-200ER
• 20 Boeing 777-300ER
• 37 Boeing 787-8
• 22 Boeing 787-9

15000

• Dallas-Fort Worth
• Charlotte
• Miami
• New York JFK
• London Heathrow

• First Officer: $8,250

• Medical insurance
• 401(k) match
• Travel benefits
• Profit sharing
• Paid training

Commuter-friendly via CASS jumpseat and interline options, with multiple pilot bases (e.g., DFW, CLT, MIA, PHX, ORD, PHL, DCA, JFK/LGA) and trip trading; specifics vary by base and seniority.

• 29 Airbus A320-200
• 6 Airbus A321-200
• 17 Embraer 195
• 6 Boeing 777-200ER
• 3 Boeing 767-300ER

1200

• Central Europe
• Eastern Europe
• Mediterranean
• North America
• Middle East

• FO: €4,700
• SFO: €6,200
• CPT: €9,800

• Staff travel
• LHG network
• Type rating
• Training support
• Pension plan

Primary crew base is Vienna (VIE). Commuting contracts are limited; most pilots are based locally. Staff‑travel within the Lufthansa Group supports positioning, with monthly roster bidding typical for European operations.

Apply via AAA’s website with CV and school records. After a precheck, you receive dates for the on-site Basic Qualification Test. Slots can fill quickly; plan several weeks ahead. An EASA Class 1 medical is required by course start.

On-site Basic Qualification Test at AAA (AON/Cut-E). Stages: cognitive CBTs (numeracy, matrices, reaction/monitoring, multitasking), spatial orientation (RBI, tube flight), English and physics/technical, Adept-15 personality, then HR/technical interview (same day or next). Languages: German or English. Pitfalls: tight time limits, task switching, unfamiliar AON UI, inconsistent personality answers.

• Wiener Neustadt (Austria)
• Neusiedl am See (Austria)

• English B2 (training language)
• ICAO English Level 4 (by course completion)

• Secondary school diploma (or equivalent)
• EASA Class 1 medical (before course start)
• Minimum age 18 at start of training

• 12 Airbus A380-800
• 18 Airbus A350-1000
• 16 Boeing 777-300ER
• 18 Boeing 787-9
• 12 Boeing 787-8
• 7 Boeing 787-10

4500

• New York
• Los Angeles
• Dubai
• Singapore
• Johannesburg

• Staff travel
• Pension plan
• Type rating
• Loss of licence
• Training quality
• Career progression

Primary pilot bases are London Heathrow and London Gatwick. No formal commuting contracts; self-commute is permitted but not guaranteed, typically using staff travel. Roster bidding exists, and punctual sign-in at base is required.

• 16 Boeing 747-8F
• 14 Boeing 747-400F

750

• Luxembourg
• Hong Kong
• Zhengzhou
• Chicago O’Hare
• Dubai

• First Officer (B747): €7,500
• Captain (B747): €14,500

• Type rating provided
• Per diem
• Pension plan
• Health insurance
• Hotel accommodation

Primary base at Luxembourg (LUX). Long-haul rosters with worldwide layovers; hotels provided on trips. Limited commuting options may be available subject to policy, including company-arranged positioning when rostered.

• 16 Airbus A330-900neo
• 41 Airbus A320/A321 family (ceo/neo)

1500

• Canary Islands
• Mediterranean
• Caribbean
• North America
• Indian Ocean

• FO: €4,700
• CPT: €9,500

• Staff travel
• Per diem
• Modern fleet
• Training support

Primary base Frankfurt (FRA), with additional seasonal short/medium‑haul bases at major German airports. No formal commuting program; pilots are generally home‑based in Germany. Standby staff travel may help ad‑hoc positioning; contract terms apply.

• 30 A300-600F
• 12 A330-300P2F

1000

• Leipzig/Halle
• East Midlands
• Brussels
• Milan Malpensa
• Madrid

• FO: €4,500
• CPT: €9,000

• Cargo stability
• Night allowances
• Type rating
• Widebody training
• LEJ hub

Primary base Leipzig/Halle (LEJ) with night‑duty hub operations; limited outstations. Company transport/hotel provided while on duty. Commuting possible per policy and roster; crew parking and shuttle services available at LEJ.

• 18 A320-200
• 10 A330-300

800

• Mediterranean
• Canary Islands
• East Africa
• Caribbean
• North America

• FO: €4,300
• SFO: €5,600
• CPT: €9,500

• Travel benefits
• Pension plan
• Training support
• Career mobility
• Job security

Primary bases in Frankfurt (FRA) and Munich (MUC). Commuting support is limited; pilots typically self‑commute or relocate to base, using staff‑travel per Lufthansa Group policy and available seat rules.

• 336 Airbus A320 family (A319/A320/A320neo/A321neo)

3500

• London Gatwick
• Milan Malpensa
• Geneva
• Manchester
• Paris Orly

• Staff travel
• Pension scheme
• Paid leave
• Roster bidding
• Career progression

Pilots are assigned a home base and must report for duty at that base; there are no formal commuting contracts. Rosters are published in advance with bid preferences that vary by base. Base transfers are managed via vacancy bids, and staff travel benefits can assist with personal commuting on days off.

• 119 Airbus A380-800
• 124 Boeing 777-300ER
• 11 Boeing 777F

4500

• London Heathrow
• New York JFK
• Sydney
• Mumbai
• Singapore

• First Officer: د.إ30,000
• Captain: د.إ44,000

• Tax-free income
• Medical insurance
• Loss of license
• Staff travel
• Accommodation
• Education allowance
• Training programs

Dubai-based only; no commuting contract. Company accommodation or housing allowance provided, with staff travel benefits for leave. Monthly bidlines/rosters.

• 5 Airbus A350-1000
• 4 Airbus A380-800
• 30 Boeing 787-9

2300

• Middle East
• Europe
• South Asia
• Southeast Asia
• North America

• FO: د.إ32,000
• SFO: د.إ38,000
• CPT: د.إ62,000

• Tax-free salary
• Staff travel
• Medical insurance
• Housing allowance
• Simulator training

Primarily non-commuting; pilots are expected to live in Abu Dhabi. Positioning on staff travel, subject to availability, may be possible, but there is no formal commuting contract.

Apply online via EFA, choose the Germany or Switzerland track, upload documents and confirm Class 1 medical eligibility. After pre‑screening, invitations follow for DLR and then LHG; typical waits are 1–6 weeks between stages. Multiple intakes run each year.

Stage 1: DLR “Certificate Cockpit” in German or English at Milan, Hamburg or Zurich. Stage 2: LHG Assessment at Interpersonal (Hamburg) or the SWISS Flight Crew Assessment Center (Zurich) with group exercise, interview and psychomotor tests: MOZARD and Multitasking Color Tank in HAM; Gubsomat in ZRH. Optional: PAF interview for a letter of intent with SWISS/Edelweiss. The SPHAIR Screening (DLR‑based) is a separate Swiss program (see https://sphair.ch/de/pilot/vorbereitung and https://airforcepilot.ch/). Typical pitfalls: weak time management, inconsistent motivation, shallow technical basics.

• Bremen (Germany)
• Rostock-Laage (Germany)
• Zurich (Switzerland)
• Grenchen (Switzerland)

• German B2 (C1 recommended)
• English B2; ICAO Level 4 by graduation

• Secondary school diploma (Abitur/Matura or equivalent)
• EASA Class 1 Medical (prior to course start)
• EU/Swiss citizenship or unrestricted work permit
• Valid passport

• 100 Airbus A320 family

1200

• Palma de Mallorca
• Canary Islands
• Greece
• Italy
• Germany domestic

• Staff travel
• Multiple bases
• Simulator training
• Career mobility
• Employee discounts

Base-based operation with published rosters; commuting is at own responsibility. Standby staff travel on Lufthansa Group airlines is subject to capacity and not guaranteed. Base changes follow operational needs and internal policy.

Apply via FFL or airline program portals with CV, certificates, and EASA Class 1 medical. Intakes fill early; expect several weeks for screening and interview scheduling. For Condor CAP, follow Interpersonal’s booking dates and instructions.

Document check, then cognitive/CBT screening (IP‑BQ) at Interpersonal in Hamburg with German/English tasks in math, logic, spatial skills, attention, memory, and English. Above‑average IP‑BQ and strong documents are needed for an IP‑CQ invite; not all passers progress. Typical pitfalls: time pressure, mental arithmetic, and inconsistent English.

• Mülheim an der Ruhr (Germany)

• German B2 (CEFR)
• English B2 (CEFR) / ICAO Level 4 or higher

• Minimum age 18
• EASA Class 1 medical
• Secondary school diploma (Abitur/Fachhochschulreife) or equivalent
• Valid passport and right to work in the EU
• Solid maths and physics fundamentals

• 17 Airbus A350-900
• 8 Airbus A330-300
• 19 Airbus A321-200
• 10 Airbus A320-200
• 5 Airbus A319-100

900

• Tokyo
• Bangkok
• Singapore
• New York
• Lapland

• Staff travel
• Oneworld benefits
• Training support
• Nordic culture
• Paid leave

Primary base Helsinki (HEL). Most pairings originate and terminate at HEL; seasonal Lapland flying. Commuting options vary by contract and fleet, and many pilots choose to reside in Finland for roster convenience.

• 29 Boeing 737-800
• 50 Boeing 737 MAX 8

1800

• Middle East
• Indian Subcontinent
• East Africa
• Central Asia
• Eastern Europe

• FO: د.إ26,000
• CPT: د.إ43,000

• Tax-free income
• Medical insurance
• Staff travel
• Life insurance
• Training upgrades

Single base in Dubai (DXB). Contracts are typically residential with no formal commuting program; pilots are expected to reside in the UAE. Monthly rosters are published in advance, allowing limited self-commuting on days off.

• 12 Embraer 190

200

• Germany
• Benelux
• Scandinavia
• Mediterranean
• Central Europe

• ACMI variety
• E190 experience
• European operations
• Small-team culture

Primary base Cologne/Bonn (CGN). Rosters vary with ACMI contracts; commuting support depends on assignment. Positioning for duty may be arranged when required; otherwise self-commute to base.

• Latin America
• United States
• Spain domestic
• Western Europe
• North Africa

• Staff travel
• Training support
• Career progression
• Union representation
• Medical insurance

Primarily home-based in Madrid (MAD). Commuting is typically self-managed; staff-travel (ID/ZED) on IAG/partner airlines helps. Roster bidding, swaps and occasional standby flexibility can support longer commutes.

• 31 Boeing 737-800
• 5 Boeing 737-900
• 15 Boeing 777-200ER
• 16 Boeing 777-300ER
• 13 Boeing 787-9
• 10 Boeing 787-10
• 6 Airbus A330-200
• 5 Airbus A330-300

3000

• Europe
• North America
• South America
• Africa
• Asia

• FO: €5,500
• SFO: €7,500
• CPT: €12,500

• ID travel
• Pension scheme
• Profit sharing
• Training support
• Type rating
• Stable roster

Base at Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS). Most pilots are AMS‑based; limited formal commuting, with ID travel and roster bidding/trading to support occasional commutes. Long‑haul offers trip blocks; short‑haul mixes day returns and night stops.

• 4 Airbus A319

120

• Germany
• Austria
• Switzerland
• France
• United Kingdom

• Staff travel
• Group mobility
• Training upgrades
• Allowances

Primary base in Munich (MUC), with expansion to Frankfurt (FRA). No formal commuting contracts publicly advertised; staff travel and roster bidding support practical commuting, subject to reporting-time and duty requirements.

• 11 De Havilland Dash 8-400
• 4 Boeing 737-800
• 2 Boeing 737-8

400

• London City
• Paris CDG
• Porto
• Lisbon
• Milan

• Staff travel
• Pension plan
• Training quality
• Stable roster
• Home base LUX

Single base at Luxembourg (LUX). Commuting contracts are uncommon; most pilots relocate to the Greater Region. Limited ad‑hoc commuting may be possible subject to company policy and availability of staff travel.

• 8 Pilatus PC-24

60

• Europe
• Mediterranean
• Alps region
• UK & Ireland
• North Africa

• Modern PC-24 fleet
• Small team culture
• EASA-standard training
• Diverse operations
• Growing company

Tour-based roster common in business aviation; home base Hamburg or agreed standby location. Positioning to and from duty is typically arranged; specific commuting terms vary by contract and role.

• Nationwide Germany
• North Sea Coast
• Baltic Sea
• Alpine Region
• Urban Areas

• Civil service pension
• Paid training
• Job security
• Flight allowances
• Medical coverage

Bases are fixed by unit; commuting or home‑basing is uncommon. Relocation to the assigned base is typically required. Expect 24/7 shift and standby rosters with operational readiness.

Apply via RWL’s website with CV, ID, school certificates and proof of or appointment for an EASA Class 1 medical. If available, upload your DLR Certificate Cockpit. Typical processing time is 1–3 weeks; multiple intakes per year.

RWL accepts the DLR Certificate Cockpit (EFA/LHG ab‑initio) as aptitude proof; candidates without it may be invited to an internal assessment. The DLR test is offered in German or English at DLR centers in Hamburg, Milan and Zurich. Focus areas include multitasking/psychomotor (MIC), memory (RMS/VMC), spatial (PPT/VLR/WFG), attention (OWT/SKT) and mental arithmetic (KRN). Common pitfalls: time pressure, weak number recall and joystick coordination.

• Mönchengladbach (Germany)

• German B2 (ground school)
• English ICAO Level 4 (by license issue)

• EASA Class 1 Medical
• Minimum age 17+
• Secondary school completion (e.g., Abitur/Fachhochschulreife or equivalent)

• 409 Boeing 737-800
• 124 Boeing 737-8200 (MAX 8-200)
• 1 Boeing 737-700

6000

• Dublin
• London Stansted
• Milan Bergamo
• Madrid
• Rome Ciampino

• FO: €5,500
• CPT: €12,000

• Career progression
• European bases
• Large route network
• Fleet commonality
• Stable roster
• Job security

Base-assigned operation with self-arranged commuting. Predictable fixed-pattern rosters support commuting, and base transfers are managed via internal bids; formal commuting contracts are limited.

• 3 Airbus A321LR
• 9 Airbus A330-300
• 4 Airbus A350-900

1500

• Copenhagen
• Stockholm
• Oslo
• New York
• Chicago

• Staff travel
• Airbus training
• Type rating
• Pension plan
• Medical insurance
• Stable rosters

Primary pilot bases are Copenhagen (CPH), Stockholm (ARN) and Oslo (OSL). Commuting is considered case‑by‑case; staff travel on SAS and SkyTeam partners supports positioning. Rosters are published in advance; terms vary by contract and base.

• 21 Airbus A320-200
• 6 Airbus A320neo
• 12 Airbus A321neo
• 10 Boeing 787-8
• 10 Boeing 787-9

750

• Southeast Asia
• North Asia
• Australia
• India
• Middle East

• Staff travel
• Medical insurance
• Type rating
• Performance bonus
• Training programs

Singapore-based contracts at SIN. Commuting packages are uncommon; most pilots reside locally or self-commute. Roster bidding offers predictability on A320 family; long-haul variability on 787.

Applications open in set windows each year. After eligibility checks, Aon online test invites may take a few weeks. End‑to‑end timelines often span several months, with offers released in batches and waitlists used when demand is high.

Stages: 1) Speedbird Pilot Academy Cut-E / Aon Online Tests (numerical, verbal, logical, spatial orientation, multitasking). 2) Video/phone interview. 3) Assessment centre in London: group exercise and competency‑based interview; may include further aptitude checks. English only. Typical pitfalls: time pressure, unfamiliar Aon formats, and weak motivation/airline knowledge answers.

• London (United Kingdom)

• English (fluent, C1 recommended)
• ICAO English Level 4 before licence issue

• Minimum age 18 at start of training
• Unrestricted right to live and work in the United Kingdom
• Ability to obtain a UK CAA Class 1 medical certificate
• GCSE passes in English, Mathematics and a Science (grades 9–4/A*–C)
• No previous flight experience required

• 30 Airbus A220
• 33 Airbus A320 Family
• 14 Airbus A330-300
• 12 Boeing 777-300ER

1600

• Zurich
• Geneva
• New York
• London
• Singapore

• FO: CHF8,500
• CPT: CHF16,000

• Staff travel
• Pension scheme
• Type rating
• Medical insurance
• Per diem

Base contracts at Zurich (ZRH) and Geneva (GVA). Commuting is possible using staff travel on a space-available basis; no formal commuting guarantees. Duty travel and hotels are covered when rostered away from base.

• 30 F/A-18C/D Hornet
• 8 Pilatus PC-21
• 2 Pilatus PC-24
• 20 Eurocopter EC635

200

• Payerne
• Meiringen
• Emmen
• Alpnach
• Locarno

• Paid training
• Job security
• Pension scheme
• Skill development
• Alpine operations

Operations are base-assigned (e.g., Payerne, Meiringen, Emmen, Alpnach). Duty travel and temporary lodging are covered under Swiss Armed Forces regulations; regular airline-style commuting is uncommon.

Apply online with CV, school records and (if available) a DLR Certificate Cockpit. Rolling intakes; responses typically within 1–2 weeks; course dates recur several times per year. A Class 1 medical is required before training start; DLR test slots (Hamburg/Milan/Zurich) may involve extra waiting time.

Selection recognizes the DLR Certificate Cockpit (EFA/LHG); holders may bypass in‑house aptitude checks. Without it, expect document screening and an interview (DE/EN), possibly plus a short skills/English check. DLR testing is offered in German or English at Hamburg, Milan and Zurich. Typical pitfalls: weak mental arithmetic, multitasking under pressure and limited physics/technical basics.

• Mülheim an der Ruhr (Germany)

• German B2 (for German‑language courses)
• English B2 (for English‑language courses)
• English ICAO Level 4

• EASA Class 1 Medical (before training start)
• Secondary school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum age 17 at course start

• 207 Airbus A320 family

2500

• Budapest
• London Luton
• Warsaw
• Rome Fiumicino
• Abu Dhabi

• FO: €3,800
• SFO: €4,500
• CPT: €8,500

• Staff travel
• A320 type rating
• Fast upgrades
• Multiple bases
• Health insurance

Primarily home-base contracts with local employment; limited formal commuting support. Base transfers are possible, and staff travel on the Wizz network is available subject to space. Rosters vary by base; fixed patterns may apply in some locations.