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Jet2 Captain – Airbus A321 Fleet
With sustained, secure growth and aircraft deliveries planned until 2035, now is a great time to join Jet2 as a Captain on our Airbus A321 fleet.
Available Positions
146 new Airbus A321neo aircraft are being introduced to our fleet over the coming years. Current direct entry Captain positions are available at:
- London Stansted
- Manchester
- London Gatwick
- London Luton
About the Role
Jet2 is the UK’s number one tour operator, trusted by customers across the nation. Our UK bases are self-handled, minimising reliance on external ground operations support.
Each base is supported by a current line Captain, complemented by a dedicated crew development team that helps you grow both professionally and personally.
As a Captain, you’ll typically enjoy a two-sector daily schedule, with full-time opportunities that often require less than 750 hours of flying per year.
Our in-house Air Transport Organisation (ATO) offers 2 UK-based training centres, and eligible Captains can explore over 20 secondary roles in crew training, technical departments, or pastoral roles.
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Requirements
To become a Jet2 Captain on the Airbus A321 fleet, you must meet the following:
- 3,000 hours total flying time, including 1,000 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC) on the A321 or equivalent-sized aircraft. Preference given to candidates with recent large-jet command experience.
- Former RAF Voyager Captains who meet the hours criteria are welcome to apply.
- A valid UK unfrozen Flight Crew Licence.
- Minimum English Proficiency (ICAO Level 5).
- A current Class One Medical.
- A current Airbus Type Rating.
What We Offer
- High base salary (not dependent on hours), alongside competitive flight and sector pay.
- Stable basing, assured at the point of offer.
- Transparent and fair base transfer policy, based on seniority rather than tenureship.
- Two-sector days, with a.m./p.m. preference options.
- Roster publication by the first week of each month, valid up to the last day of the following month.
- Free bidding for 37 annual leave days—confirmed instantly, regardless of seniority.
- 4 Requested Days Off per month (leave doesn’t need to be exhausted to secure all days off you require).
- Local base management, with each base overseen by a working Captain.
- Flexible lifestyle options—after 10 months of duty, eligibility for part-time or fixed-pattern rosters, subject to approval.
- Discretionary profit-share bonus—in July 2025, eligible full-time Captains received £12,655.
- Comprehensive private healthcare.
- Contributory pension scheme (10% company contribution).
- A financially stable, award-winning airline with a relentless focus on crew development and work-life balance.
- The pride of flying for a company that prioritises its people.
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Jet2 is a Home Office-approved sponsor and encourages applications from eligible candidates seeking a UK Skilled Worker visa if currently unable to work in the UK.
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