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Afa b737 cadet pilots – uk partly-sponsored type rating programme

Ryanair
Pilot
Posted: 23 July
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AFA B737 Cadet Pilots - UK Partly-Sponsored Type Rating Programme (DAC)

Airline Flight Academy (AFA), flight training partner for a number of airline clients including Ryanair, are thrilled to announce that they are accepting applications for their new partly-sponsored B737 type-rating programme inthe United Kingdom (RYR DAC).Cadets pay an up-front type rating fee of €5,000 followed bya yearly reducing training costs agreement with no salary deductions!

Successful candidateswill be trained to the highest standards and will get the opportunity to fly the newest B737 8200 for the Ryanair Group.

Kindly note that this partly-sponsored programme is exclusively open for Ryanair DAC basesthroughout the United Kingdomto candidates who hold the right to live and work in the UK (no visa sponsorship is available for this role)and have an EASA licence. Those with dual UK & EASA licences (including all relevant EASA ratings)are also eligible.

The B737 Type Rating Cadet Programme offers exceptional benefits:

* World-Class Training with a proven track record
* Competitive Salary Starting from Base Training

The B737 Type Rating Cadet Programme offers exceptional benefits:

* World-Class Training with a proven track record
* Competitive Salary Starting from Base Training

Reasons to become a Ryanair pilot:

* Job security – Become part of one of the most successful airline groupsin the world
* Structured Command Upgrade programme
* Unrivalled career progression – opportunities for SFI, LTC, TRE, TRI, & Base Captain
* The best and most stable roster in the business
* No planned overnights and rosters published 4 weeks in advance
* Great base opportunities available at many locations across the network
* New modern fleet and the opportunity to fly the brand-new Boeing 737 aircraft, including the new B737 8200

What We Require From You!

* Hold unrestricted right to live and work in the UK - this includes UK pre-settled status
* Date of Birth – (Not over 65)
* Licence Type – must have a valid EASA (CPL) Frozen ATPL (Air Transport Pilots Licence) and/or Dual Licence (UK & EASA).
o Candidates holding only a UK licence qualify for the self-sponsored B737 type rating programme and are restricted to flying exclusively for the Ryanair UK fleet.
* Validity of EASA Medical – Must hold a valid EU (Part-MED) issued Class 1 medical certificate.
* Hold a valid EASA multi-engine instrument rating.
* Hold a certificate of satisfactory completion of EASA Advanced Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (AUPRT) in accordance with FCL.745.A. Please note your certificate must state that training was completed in accordance with FCL.745.A.
* Hold a certificate of satisfactory completion of EASA APS MCC in accordance with AMC2FCL.735.A. Please be aware that standard MCC and MCC/JOC will no longer be accepted.
* Ryanair Future Flyer Academy Applicants who hold a certificate of mentored training completion from one of our official partner flight schools, including mentored APS MCC;
o Will be given preference during the initial selection process and priority on Type Rating courses.
o Will be at a distinct advantage in the interview and assessment process.
* Must have a flight school report
o Your FLIGHT SCHOOL REPORT must be written in English. The document MUST also be signed by your Flight School’s HOT (Head of Training). This requirement applies to both Integrated and Modular students. This report MUST also contain ALL ATPL results (detailing any repeats), CPL & MEIR series passes, and information relating to your performance throughout training.
* Cadets who have conducted a modular course need to have 100 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC), or 70 hours as PIC if completed during a course of integrated flying training as set out in Appendix 3 A, C & D to Part-FCL and AMC1 to Appendix 3 A, C & D.
* English Language Proficiency –minimum required proficiency Level is Operational Level (Level 4). (Written proficiency is required at Operational level).
* Ability to pass an enhanced background check and meet all other regulatory requirements.

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AFA B737 Cadet Pilots - UK Partly-Sponsored Type Rating Programme (DAC)

United Kingdom

Cadet Pilots

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Description

Airline Flight Academy (AFA), flight training partner for a number of airline clients including Ryanair, are thrilled to announce that they are accepting applications for their new partly-sponsored B737 type-rating programme inthe United Kingdom (RYR DAC).Cadets pay an up-front type rating fee of €5,000 followed bya yearly reducing training costs agreement with no salary deductions!

Successful candidateswill be trained to the highest standards and will get the opportunity to fly the newest B737 8200 for the Ryanair Group.

Kindly note that this partly-sponsored programme is exclusively open for Ryanair DAC basesthroughout the United Kingdomto candidates who hold the right to live and work in the UK (no visa sponsorship is available for this role)and have an EASA licence. Those with dual UK & EASA licences (including all relevant EASA ratings)are also eligible.

The B737 Type Rating Cadet Programme offers exceptional benefits:

* World-Class Training with a proven track record
* Industry-Leading Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
* Competitive Salary Starting from Base Training

The B737 Type Rating Cadet Programme offers exceptional benefits:

* World-Class Training with a proven track record
* Industry-Leading Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
* Competitive Salary Starting from Base Training

Reasons to become a Ryanair pilot:

* Job security – Become part of one of the most successful airline groupsin the world
* Structured Command Upgrade programme
* Unrivalled career progression – opportunities for SFI, LTC, TRE, TRI, & Base Captain
* The best and most stable roster in the business
* No planned overnights and rosters published 4 weeks in advance
* Great base opportunities available at many locations across the network
* Outstanding Earnings Potential
* New modern fleet and the opportunity to fly the brand-new Boeing 737 aircraft, including the new B737 8200

What We Require From You!

* Hold unrestricted right to live and work in the UK - this includes UK pre-settled status
* Date of Birth – (Not over 65)
* Licence Type – must have a valid EASA (CPL) Frozen ATPL (Air Transport Pilots Licence) and/or Dual Licence (UK & EASA).
o Candidates holding only a UK licence qualify for the self-sponsored B737 type rating programme and are restricted to flying exclusively for the Ryanair UK fleet.
* Validity of EASA Medical – Must hold a valid EU (Part-MED) issued Class 1 medical certificate.
* Hold a valid EASA multi-engine instrument rating.
* Hold a certificate of satisfactory completion of EASA Advanced Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (AUPRT) in accordance with FCL.745.A. Please note your certificate must state that training was completed in accordance with FCL.745.A.
* Hold a certificate of satisfactory completion of EASA APS MCC in accordance with AMC2FCL.735.A. Please be aware that standard MCC and MCC/JOC will no longer be accepted.
* Ryanair Future Flyer Academy Applicants who hold a certificate of mentored training completion from one of our official partner flight schools, including mentored APS MCC;
o Will be given preference during the initial selection process and priority on Type Rating courses.
o Will be at a distinct advantage in the interview and assessment process.
* Must have a flight school report
o Your FLIGHT SCHOOL REPORT must be written in English. The document MUST also be signed by your Flight School’s HOT (Head of Training). This requirement applies to both Integrated and Modular students. This report MUST also contain ALL ATPL results (detailing any repeats), CPL & MEIR series passes, and information relating to your performance throughout training.
* Cadets who have conducted a modular course need to have 100 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC), or 70 hours as PIC if completed during a course of integrated flying training as set out in Appendix 3 A, C & D to Part-FCL and AMC1 to Appendix 3 A, C & D.
* English Language Proficiency –minimum required proficiency Level is Operational Level (Level 4). (Written proficiency is required at Operational level).
* Ability to pass an enhanced background check and meet all other regulatory requirements.

Assessment & Selection
Candidates who are selected will be required to do an online pre-assessment test provided by AON (€60 fee applies - paid directly to AON). If you then get shortlisted to the next stage of the selection process, the below steps will follow:

The selection procedure takes place in Dublin (Ireland) or any other training centres used by the airline.Flights on the Ryanair Group network will be provided for you to attend. The day begins with an introduction to Ryanair and the recruitment team.

Pilots can expect the following during the selection process:
* Pre-simulator briefing.
* Company presentation.
* Simulator assessment conducted in a B737-800 or B737-8200FTD – 45 minutes as both pilot flying (PF) and pilot monitoring (PM). Basic handling skills, CRM and flight management will be assessed.
* English language test.
* Technical assessment - 30 minutes assessing your technical knowledge on your current/previous aircraft type(s).
* Personnel interview - Approximately 30 minutes to convince Ryanair of your suitability to join the team and to prove that you are the sort of person who will thrive in an environment where hard work and effort are rewarded.
* Those who emerge successfully from the selection process will be offered a place on a type-rating course at one of our training centres.
* Within 7 working days after the selection day, applicants will be contacted by phone or e-mail with their assessment results, be it positive or negative.

Check the below Application Guidelines Before You Apply:
* Eligibility: Apply only if you meet the minimum requirements stated in the job ad, have uploaded all required documents, and have provided all the required details.

* Application Completion: We will contact you only if you have fully completed your application, uploaded all required documents, and have been shortlisted for an interview.

* Profile Updates: If you have already applied via our website and have not yet been contacted, please continue to update your ONE EXISTING profile/account. Do not create another account.

* Login Information: Remember your login details (username/email and password) to access and update your application in the future.

* Readiness: Apply only if you are ready to proceed with the selection process and can meet given deadlines.

* Additional Information: Check the AFA website for more details regarding the investment for the programme by clicking here.

* Feedback: Note that individual feedback on your performance during each stage of the assessment process is not provided.


All contacts willbe made through our application system, and in some instances, emails may be directed to the candidate's spam/junk mail by your email provider, so please make sure you frequently check those folders in your inbox.

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