Dubai Career Diary

Etihad Airways is set to recruit hundreds of new pilots this year to support its expanding fleet and network, delivering on the airline’s ambitious growth plans.

The UAE’s national airline will embark on an international roadshow to meet pilots who may wish to join the growing global airline, beginning in eight cities across Europe before expanding to many more global locations.

Pilots of all ranks and aircraft types are invited to register their interest by attending one of the roadshows or signing up for more information online at careers.etihad.com.

Etihad also welcomes the partners and family members of prospective pilots to the roadshows. It will showcase Abu Dhabi as a fabulous destination to live and build a career, both for individuals and for families.

“As we embark on this pilot recruitment roadshow, we’re proud to showcase everything that both Etihad and Abu Dhabi have to offer, and we are seeking pilots who share in our ambitions,” said John Wright, Chief Operations and Guest Officer.

“We appreciate that pilots choose which airline to join for the length of their career, and as such we would like to highlight not only the career development and progression opportunities on offer at Etihad, but also the fantastic home and lifestyle that Abu Dhabi provides.”

Etihad is seeking pilots of all ranks and aircraft types from across the fleet, including the Airbus A320, A350, and A380, as well as the Boeing 777 and 787, and Boeing 777 freighters. Pilots who do not yet fulfill the criteria but may wish to join the carrier in the future are also encouraged to attend the roadshow or register their interest online.

Between June 29 and July 13, pilot roadshow events will visit cities in:

• Cyprus
• Bulgaria
• Albania
• Romania
• Hungary
• Poland
• Lithuania

As one of the world’s fastest-growing airlines, Etihad will double its fleet size by 2030 compared to 2022. This growth trajectory will offer pilots significant career progression and promotion opportunities, making the UAE carrier a highly attractive employer for ambitious pilots looking to build a solid career.

Etihad’s diverse pilot community works alongside 142 nationalities, all based out of its welcoming home in the emirate of Abu Dhabi. The airline’s pilots fly to more than 70 destinations across Australia, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and North America.

The airline continues to grow its network and this June is commencing flights to Bali, Jaipur, and Al Qassim, as well as a number of seasonal destinations including the Greek islands of Mykonos and Santorini, Nice in the French Riviera, and the holiday resorts of Malaga in Spain and Antalya in Turkey.