Captain - Airbus Wide body

Role Overview

Captain – Airbus Wide Body with Etihad Airways, based in Abu Dhabi.

Company Overview

Etihad Airways is the UAE's national airline and one of the world's fastest-growing carriers. Operating from Abu Dhabi, the airline flies one of the world's most modern and efficient fleets across six continents. The company is advancing its "Journey 2030" ambition to double its fleet and expand its global network by 2030.

Role Purpose

As a Captain, 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.

Key Responsibilities

Flight Operations & Safety

• 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.
• Operate with efficiency and environmental responsibility, in line with company fuel and sustainability policies.

Leadership & Crew Management

• Lead the flight and cabin crew, demonstrating strong decision-making and effective crew resource management.

On Time Performance

• Deliver consistent On Time Performance to meet Etihad's commitment to reliability and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications & Experience

You must meet either Criteria A or Criteria B, in addition to the General Eligibility criteria below.

Criteria A

• Minimum 7,000 hours total flying time.
• Minimum 2,500 PIC hours on jet multi crew new generation aircraft/EFIS, of which 2,000 hours should be on wide body aircraft above 140 tons.
• Minimum 1,500 PIC hours on any Airbus Wide Body FBW or Boeing Wide Body aircraft.

Criteria B

• Minimum 7,000 hours total flying time.
• Minimum 3,000 PIC hours on jet multi crew new generation aircraft/EFIS, of which 2,500 hours should be on wide body aircraft above 140 tons.

General Eligibility

• Flown any Airbus Wide Body FBW or Boeing Wide Body aircraft within the last 12 months.
• Type rating on any Airbus Wide Body FBW or Boeing Wide Body aircraft valid for at least 2 more months at the time of joining.
• Unrestricted ATPL and current ICAO ATPL.
• Unrestricted, current Class 1 medical.
• Must not have attained the age of 59 on the day of joining.
• English language fluency (written and verbal) – ICAO Level 4 or better.

Additional Information

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual package includes basic salary, flying pay, housing allowance, and layover and meal allowances.
• Potential to earn up to AED 674,029 (USD 181,589) per year based on 75 flying hours per month.
• Performance-based annual increments.
• Education allowance of up to AED 40,000 for primary and AED 55,000 for secondary per child, for up to three children.
• Income protection scheme.
• 42 days of annual leave.
• Industry-leading staff travel benefits and access to Etihad's exclusive discounts.
• USD 10,000 Travel allowance for self and eligible dependents.
• End-of-service benefits.
• Accidental and life insurance coverage.
• Shipping container allowance for relocation.
• Settling-in support and family travel benefits from any location in the world.
• Tax-free salary.