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Cabin Crew
Flight Deck Crew     

Flight Deck Crew 

1. How long can I expect to wait before I am shortlisted to attend an interview? 
   If you meet the minimum requirements for a position as Flight Crew, your application will be reviewed and considered in competition with others. Accordingly, priority is assigned dependent on your level of experience; candidates with greater experience levels and those who are type rated on Emirates’ fleet types may expect to be invited to attend the Selection Program within a shorter time of application than those with less experience. 
   
   
2. If my application is shortlisted, is it possible to defer attendance in the Selection Program? 
   You may contact Pilot Recruitment via email on pilot.recruitment@emirates.com to advise us if you wish your application to be considered at a later date. If, however you have been scheduled to attend an interview which you initially accept and later decline with less than one week’s notice, your application may be closed, with no opportunity to re-apply at a later date.
   
   
3. What is the duration of the contract of employment?
   Unless otherwise stated, the contract of employment is permanent and open (i.e. no fixed duration). There is a probationary period of six months commencing from your date of joining.
   
   
4. May I join Emirates if I am furloughed or on a leave of absence from my current Company?
   No, if selected for a Flight Crew position with Emirates, you will be required to resign from your current Company and provide evidence of same.
   
   
5. How does the Emirates training bond apply? 
   All Flight Crew will be bonded for a period of three years. The bond for First Officers is US$36,000. The bond for Direct Entry Captains will be either US$12,000 or US$36,000, depending on Emirates’ training course eligibility.
   
   
6. If I am selected and have a bond with my current airline, will Emirates pay the remainder of the bond? 
   The payment of an outstanding bond amount from a previous employer is the responsibility of the individual.
   
   
7. If I am selected, how is my Fleet type decided? 
   Whilst past experience is taken into account, this will not always determine the fleet type as allocation is based solely on Emirates’ operational requirements.
   
   
8. Can I expect my salary to be increased? 
   Salary scales are reviewed on an annual basis. Subject to satisfactory performance, a step increment to the basic salary may be awarded following the annual performance review.
   
   
9. If I am not successful in the Selection Program, is it possible to reapply?
   If you are unsuccessful during the Selection Program, you may reapply after 24 months. Further information is specified on the Flight Deck Opportunities link; otherwise please contact Pilot Recruitment at PilotApplications@emirates.com with your name, date of birth, current postal address and application number (if known).
   
   
10. How many days off will I get in a month? 
    You will be entitled to a minimum of 8 days off per month.
    
    
11. If my family remain in my home country, is it possible for me to commute?
    Emirates does not support or condone commuting of Flight Crew.
    
    
12. Is it possible to leave Dubai when I have days off? 
    You may leave Dubai when you have days off. You will be required to notify the Fleet Manager and provide a contact telephone number and address.
    
    
13. How much leave will I be entitled to and how do I apply for leave? 
    You will be entitled to 42 days leave per year. Primary Leave, which must be from 21-28 days in duration, is allocated by a bidding system through the Flight Crew Portal, allocation is dependent on when leave was taken in the previous year and on fleet seniority.
    
      
14. When may I apply for concessional travel? 
    During your probationary period of six months, you may apply for limited concessional tickets for yourself and immediate family. You are entitled to full concessional travel benefits after six months of service.
    
    
15. How are stopover allowances paid?
    Stopover allowances apply at all layover locations, paid in local currency.
    
    
16. When can I expect to be upgraded to Captain? 
    Company criteria for command upgrade are as follows:
    A minimum of 36 months in Emirates
    6,000 hours total time
    4,000 hard hours
    12 months on type from the commencement of line training
    Satisfactory completion of the Command Assessment Program
    Command opportunities are offered to First Officers who meet the above requirements and have achieved satisfactory performance reviews.