E190 First Officer

Airlink is a privately-owned, premium, full-service regional airline serving a comprehensive network of destinations throughout Southern Africa. We’re operating independently under our own unique 4Z flight code offering our customers more choices, more connectivity, and more travel opportunities.

Airlink maintains over 70 aircraft, operating to more than 47 destinations in 15 African countries and to St Helena Island and Madagascar.

We are proudly the most punctual Southern African airline with an on-time performance consistently better than 90%. Airlink is proudly associated with many of the most reliable international airlines globally, including Emirates, Qatar and United Airlines, through interline and codeshare agreements that offer international travelers more choice and connectivity on the widest network of destinations throughout Southern Africa.

Airlink is a member of IATA - The International Air Transport Association and is IOSA (IATA Operational Safety Audit program) accredited. IATA is the trade association for airlines across the globe. IATA supports many areas of aviation activity and help formulate industry policy on critical aviation issues. IATA assists airlines to operate safely, securely, efficiently, and economically under clearly defined rules. Airlink is IOSA conformant and have been since 2006.

As a proud airline, Airlink is committed to empowering the next generation of leaders. Join one of the world’s fastest-growing airlines, where you can thrive, make an impact, and go beyond.

Requirements

  • The minimum education requirement is a Grade 12 certificate or equivalent.
  • CAA Commercial Pilot License.
  • Valid instrument rating.
  • ATPL or Frozen ATPL.
  • Must have a minimum of 1000 hours total time and 200 hours multi engine and 200 hours turbine. -or-
  • For Airlink Connect First Officer to qualify as a First officer: Must have a minimum of 1000 hours total time and 200 hours multi engine and 200 hours turbine. Or
  • For Airlink Cadet to qualify as a First Officer, a minimum of 1000 hours on type is required excluding Sim time.

Package highlights

  • Salary depending on flight hours, seniority, and specific allowances.

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