NO ATPL Theory Anymore-Join this airline

Recently, Hong Kong based Cathay Pacific Airlines has removed the barrier of ATPL Theory papers. Yes, you read that correct. This could be a boon for hundreds of pilots who are not able to apply because of ATPL theory papers.

As per the website of Cathay Pacific,

“Global applicants will be considered for Second Officer positions-ATPL

Apply now to become a Hong Kong-based Second Officer if you meet the following requirements:

• Commercial Pilots Licence
• Multi-Engine Instrument Rating (MEIR)
• Minimum 250* hours of flying experience
• Valid Class 1 medical certificate
• ICAO English language proficiency level 4 or above
• Aged 18 years or above

* If you are a Hong Kong Permanent resident you may be eligible to apply with less than 250 hours provided you have an ICAO CPL and MEIR and meet all other Second Officer requirements.

You will receive world-class training. Second Officers attend either a 6 or 8-weeks training in Adelaide, which comprises of Simulator Training, Flight Training and Theory Hours.

Our Second Officers are based in Hong Kong

For enquiries, please email flightcrew_recruitment@cathaypacific.com.

Cathay Pacific is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Personal data provided by job applicants will be used strictly in accordance with our personal data policy and for recruitment purposes only. All data will be kept on file for up to 24 months from the last date of submission or update.”

Same suit is likely to be followed by other airlines as well. This will be a good opportunity for hundreds of first officers across the world.

Cathay Pacific has cadet program :

Apply now if you are:

• A Hong Kong Permanent resident
• Graduated from secondary school with good passes in English language, Mathematics or Science; a degree in any discipline will also be considered provided you meet the secondary school criteria.
• Physically fit and qualified for a Civil Aviation Department (HKCAD) Class 1 Medical Certificate
• Able to meet our flight deck reach requirements
• Achieve ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) English Language Proficiency level 4 or above 
• Aged 18 years or above

There are lot of benefits of Cathay Pacific :

Previous, all the pilots had to clear the ATPL theory papers for applying with Cathay pacific airlines.

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