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Emirates Seeks Airbus Captains as A350 Deliveries Drive Network Growth in 2026

United Arab Emirates – Emirates has opened new Direct Entry Captain positions to support the rapid expansion of its Airbus A350 fleet.

  • Emirates is recruiting Narrow-Body and Wide-Body Captains for the A350 and A380 fleets as part of a substantial long-term flight crew expansion plan.

  • Captains will benefit from a tax-free annual package of up to AED 1,185,000 (USD 320,000), inclusive of salary, flying pay, premium accommodation, education allowances, confirmed annual leave tickets, and extensive travel benefits.

  • Company-provided accommodation valued between AED 225,000–290,000 (USD 80,000) per year is included, with pilots housed in spacious villas within gated communities.

Minimum Qualifications

A350 Captains

  • Minimum 3,000 hours PIC on any Airbus FBW aircraft (A320/A330/A340/A350/A380)

  • Currently operating as Captain on Airbus FBW

A380 Captains

  • Minimum 3,000 hours PIC on Airbus FBW wide-body types (A330/A340/A350/A380)

  • Currently operating as Captain on Airbus FBW wide-body

General Requirements (All Airbus Captain Applicants)

  • Minimum 7,000 hours total flying time in multi-crew, multi-engine turboprop or turbojet aircraft (simulator time excluded)

  • Minimum 150 hours on Airbus FBW as Captain in the past 12 months

  • Valid ICAO ATPL with Class 1 Medical

  • ICAO English Level 5 or higher

For more information and to apply navigate to the Emirates Careers portal found here.

Source: Emirates

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USA’s National Flight Training Alliance Appoints Brandon Martini to Board of Directors

United States – The National Flight Training Alliance (NFTA) has appointed Brandon Martini, Co-Chief Executive Officer at Stratus Financial and Co-Host of the Aviation Mentors Podcast, to its Board of Directors, strengthening the organization’s leadership as it works to advance flight training quality, accessibility, and long-term sustainability across the United States.

  • Martini brings extensive experience spanning student financing, flight school operations, and aviation education, offering NFTA a practical, industry-wide perspective on strengthening pilot training pathways.

  • His background includes developing financial solutions for pilot training, supporting flight school growth strategies, and mentoring aspiring aviators

Source: Aviation Mentors

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Simaero Appoints Marion Baudru as Marketing, Communications and Customer Experience Director

France – Simaero, a global operator of full-flight simulator pilot training centers, has announced the appointment of Marion Baudru as Marketing, Communications, and Customer Experience Director.

  • The new executive role aligns with Simaero’s broader transformation and global expansion strategy, integrating customer experience into its core business operations to strengthen relationships with airlines, training partners, and pilot communities worldwide.

  • Marion joined Simaero three years ago to establish and lead its Marketing & Communications department, playing a key role in positioning the company as one of the world’s leading independent pilot training organizations.

  • Before joining Simaero, Marion worked at TBWA Group as Account Director, managing international accounts for Air France, LVMH, and SNCF, and later contributed to the launch of a digital insurance startup. Her extensive background in brand strategy and innovation will support Simaero’s ongoing transformation and focus on operational excellence.

Source: Simaero

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