Future Pilot Programme 2015

Ref
UKLHR2429
Region
UK - Heathrow
Location
UK - London - Heathrow
Category
Technical & Operations
Job Description
Closing Date 08 March 2015 at 23:59
Please note we reserve the right to close the application window before the published
date
The Future Pilot Programme is the cadet pilot training programme from British Airways.
Designed for aspiring pilots from all walks of life, the programme offers the chance to pursue
a career as a pilot with one of the worlds most progressive airlines.
Please refer to www.bafuturepilot.com before applying. You will need to have reached a
decision on your choice of Flight Training Organisation (FTO) and considered your finance
options before starting your application.
Role Requirements
You will need:

To be between the ages of 18 55 on 1st September 2015

A valid passport (with minimum of 12 months before expiry date) allowing
unrestricted worldwide travel
The unrestricted right to live and work in the UK
To have achieved 5 GCSEs at Grade C or above, including English Language,
Mathematics and a Science (single or double award), excluding General Studies and
either 3 A-Levels at Grades BBC or above, excluding General Studies and Critical
thinking or an Honours Degree at 2:2 (or higher) or a pass (or above) in a higher
degree such as MSc, MA, MPhil, DPhil, PhD, MBA
To be able to obtain and hold a EASA Class 1 medical and meet British Airways
medical criteria (assessed via BAHS Medical Assessment at Waterside)
Height between 1.57m (5'2") and 1.91m (6'3") with weight in proportion to height
(height is accurately determined during the assessment process). Candidates who are
taller than 1.91m may submit an application but may be required to undergo a
functionality check to confirm their ability to meet the requirements of the seating
positions in the British Airways fleet of aircraft

The Individual

You will be excited by the prospect of frequent travel, but will also be recognisant of
the fact that British Airways operates flights globally, day and night, every day of the
year
You will be highly motivated towards a career as a pilot with British Airways
You will be ready, willing and able to undergo an intensive, full-time series of training
courses in order to train as a commercial pilot, all the while applying your own high
personal standards and intellect to achieve results
You will have sound hand-eye co-ordination skills, and skills in mechanical,
mathematical and verbal reasoning
You will be able to manage varying workload, solve complex problems, and make
sound decisions under pressure
You will exhibit the qualities of a strong team player, as well as the leadership
qualities required of a future British Airways Captain

It goes without saying that youll be a natural communicator, with fluency in spoken and
written English, and that youll relish the opportunity to deliver the very highest possible
levels of safety and service for our customers.
Application Process
In order to apply for a place on the Future Pilot Programme you will need to apply using the
online process. You will be asked a series of questions to determine your eligibility and
suitability for the role, submit a CV, followed by application questions (cover letter).
1. As part of your application, we would like for you to submit a CV. Please ensure that your
CV details (at least) the following (maximum 2 pages):

Work experience to date

Academic Achievements to date
Any other relevant interests/qualifications/awards/flying experience/courses/ air show
attendances etc. which you would like to highlight to us

2. British Airways believes in investing in the future and that is why the Future Pilot
Programme (FPP) has been developed to offer anyone with the right skills, passion and
potential, the chance to realise their dream of becoming an airline pilot.
As part of your application, please submit a cover letter in which you detail (maximum 600
words):
a) Why you want to be a pilot
b) What you have done so far to make this dream a reality (Note: If you have applied for FPP
previously, we are interested to also know what you have done to realise this goal since your
last application)
c) Why you want to join British Airways
We wish you the very best of luck with your application.