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British Airways – A320 Type Rated Pilot – Heathrow

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Website British Airways

British Airways A320 pilot opportunities are currently available for experienced type-rated pilots to join the airline’s short-haul Airbus operation at London Heathrow.

Successful applicants will join British Airways on a permanent, full-time contract, initially flying the Airbus A320 family from Heathrow, with future opportunities to progress within the airline’s short-haul and long-haul fleets.

British Airways A320 pilot opportunity

This direct-entry vacancy is aimed at pilots who already hold a current Airbus A320 type rating and have recent operational experience on the aircraft.

British Airways states that successful candidates will initially operate its Heathrow-based Airbus A320 fleet, with opportunities later in their career to remain on short haul, progress towards command or transfer to long-haul fleets.

Experience requirements

  • Current Airbus A320 type rating.
  • Minimum 500 hours on the A320 family, excluding simulator time.
  • A320 family flying experience within the previous 12 months.

Licence and medical requirements

  • Current UK CAA ATPL(A), frozen ATPL(A) or MPL.
  • Valid UK Class 1 medical with at least six months validity remaining from the date of joining.
  • ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 6.
  • Valid passport with at least 12 months remaining before expiry.
  • Applicants must also meet British Airways’ published physical, swimming and uniform requirements.

Career development

British Airways offers a varied career path beyond the initial Heathrow A320 position. Pilots may have future opportunities to progress towards short-haul command, transfer to long-haul fleets or become involved in training, recruitment and other operational roles.

Benefits

  • Permanent full-time employment with British Airways.
  • Worldwide British Airways staff travel benefits.
  • Company pension with employer contributions of up to 15%, subject to scheme terms.
  • Roster enhancements designed to improve flexibility and work-life balance.
  • Company-funded conversion training with no training bond.
  • Access to benefits including private medical cover and other flexible benefit schemes.

How to apply

Applications should be submitted directly through the British Airways careers website. Applicants should review the complete eligibility criteria before applying.

Closing date: 25 October 2026.

To apply for this job please visit careers.ba.com.

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