Dreaming of flying one of the world’s largest international airline networks? Emirates is giving experienced pilots a closer look at life on its flight deck with a global recruitment roadshow spanning Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas.The Dubai-based airline’s recruitment team will meet commercial pilots at events designed to showcase career opportunities, training pathways, salary packages, benefits and what it is like to live and work in the UAE.The campaign begins in Madrid, Spain, on August 6 and will travel to major aviation hubs including Lisbon, Seoul, London, Milan, Rome, Mexico City, São Paulo, Johannesburg and Amsterdam.More than just a pilot jobThe roadshows will offer candidates insights into:Emirates’ new Narrowbody to Widebody Direct Entry Captain programmePilot selection and recruitment processCareer progression opportunitiesSalary, benefits and allowancesFlight rosters, annual leave and work-life balanceRelocating to Dubai and life in the UAEPilots attending the sessions will have the opportunity to meet Emirates recruiters, ask questions and learn more about building a long-term aviation career with the airline.Flying the world from DubaiFor many pilots, joining Emirates also means relocating to Dubai — a key part of the airline’s recruitment message.The airline says pilots can combine long-haul flying with opportunities to explore destinations across its global network, while enjoying benefits designed for employees and their families.Emirates pilots receive travel benefits, chauffeur-driven airport transfers in Dubai and access to a network covering more than 140 destinations.Emirates captain opportunitiesExperienced pilots can apply for command positions on Emirates’ Airbus fleet.Requirements include:ICAO English Level 5 or aboveValid ICAO ATPL and unrestricted Class 1 medical certificateMore than 7,000 total flying hoursMinimum 150 hours on type in the past 12 monthsAirbus fly-by-wire pilot-in-command experienceFast-track route to widebody commandEmirates is also promoting its Accelerated Command programme, offering experienced narrow-body captains a pathway to command widebody aircraft.Eligible pilots must have:ICAO English Level 5 or aboveValid ICAO ATPL and Class 1 medical certificateMore than 5,000 total flying hoursMinimum 150 hours on type in the past 12 monthsEmirates pilot salary and benefitsThe airline offers a tax-free remuneration package covering salary, accommodation, education support, healthcare, travel benefits and retirement contributions.Captain packageTotal annual package: Dh1.185 million ($320,000)Annual take-home cash: Dh575,000 ($155,000)Monthly take-home pay: Dh48,000 ($13,000), based on 85 flying hoursTax-free package includes: salary, housing, education support, medical cover, insurance, annual leave tickets, transport and Provident Fund contributionsFamily benefits and education allowanceEducation allowance for children aged 4–19Primary school: Dh52,250 ($14,237) per yearSecondary school: Dh79,750 ($21,730) per yearSupport available for up to three childrenCovers education from primary school to pre-university levelAnnual leave and travel perks42 days of annual leave every yearConfirmed annual leave tickets for pilots and eligible dependantsBusiness class tickets upgradeable to first classHousing and retirement benefitsFree accommodation in Emirates residential communities, including utilitiesProvident Fund enrolment after six months of serviceEmployer contribution: 12% of basic monthly salaryEmployee contribution: 5% of basic monthly salaryIndependent trust managed in the Isle of ManMedical and insurance coverMedical and dental cover for employees and familyLife and accident insuranceLoss-of-licence insurance support42 days annual leaveAccommodation in Emirates residential communitiesEducation allowance for childrenMedical and dental coverLife, accident and loss-of-licence insuranceProvident Fund contributionsEmirates Accelerated Command programme: Salary and benefitsFast-track pathway to Captain: Designed for experienced narrow-body captains to progress to command roles on Emirates’ widebody fleetEligibility requirements:5,000+ total flying hoursValid ICAO ATPL with unrestricted Class 1 medical certificateICAO English Level 5 or higherAirbus fly-by-wire or Boeing pilot-in-command experienceMinimum 150 hours on type in the past 12 monthsSalary and packageTotal annual package: Dh970,000 ($260,000)Annual take-home cash: Dh445,000 ($120,000)Monthly take-home pay: Dh37,100 ($10,000), based on 85 flying hoursTax-free benefits include: salary, housing, education support, medical cover, insurance, annual leave tickets, transport and Provident Fund contributionsFamily benefits and education allowanceEducation allowance for children aged 4–19Primary school: Dh52,250 ($14,237) per yearSecondary school: Dh79,750 ($21,730) per yearSupport available for up to three childrenLeave and travel benefits42 days of annual leave every yearConfirmed annual leave tickets for pilots and eligible dependantsEconomy tickets upgradeable to business classHousing and retirement benefitsFree accommodation worth up to Dh225,000 ($61,310), including utilitiesThree- or four-bedroom villa in Emirates residential communitiesAccommodation allowance available for pilots who choose to buy their own propertyProvident Fund after six months of service:Employer contribution: 12% of basic salaryEmployee contribution: 5% of basic salaryMedical and insurance coverMedical and dental cover for employees and familyLife and accident insuranceLoss-of-licence insurance supportFirst Officer opportunitiesEmirates is also recruiting experienced First Officers.Applicants require:At least 2,000 total flying hours on qualifying aircraftCurrent Boeing or Airbus fly-by-wire experienceValid ICAO ATPL and Class 1 medical certificateICAO English Level 4 or aboveMinimum 150 hours on type in the past 12 monthsThe First Officer package includes:Total annual package: Dh900,000 ($245,000)Annual take-home cash: Dh385,000 ($105,000)Monthly take-home pay: Dh32,100 ($8,750), based on 85 flying hoursTax-free benefits include: salary, housing, education support, medical cover, insurance, leave tickets, transport and Provident Fund contributionsEnhanced packageAnnual package: Dh935,000 ($255,000)Annual take-home cash: Dh415,000 ($115,000)Monthly take-home pay: Dh34,600 ($9,600)Available for pilots who meet additional flying experience requirementsFamily benefits and perksEducation allowance for children aged 4–19Primary school: Dh52,250 ($14,237) per yearSecondary school: Dh79,750 ($21,730) per yearSupport available for up to three childrenFree accommodation with utilities42 days of annual leaveTravel benefits for employees and eligible family membersMedical, life and accident insurance coveUAE nationals can join cadet programmeEmirates also runs a fully sponsored National Cadet Pilot Programme for UAE nationals.The programme covers training costs, accommodation, uniforms and meals, taking candidates from ground school to First Officer roles.Eligibility includes:UAE citizenship and valid Khulasat Al QaidAge between 18 and 26 yearsRequired academic qualificationsIELTS score of 6.0Minimum height of 160cmEmirates seeks pilots for global recruitment driveEmirates is inviting experienced commercial pilots to explore career opportunities with the Dubai-based airline as it launches a global recruitment roadshow across Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas.The airline said the campaign is designed to give pilots a closer look at life on the Emirates flight deck, career progression opportunities and what it is like to build a global aviation career from Dubai.The roadshows will allow candidates to meet Emirates recruiters, learn about the selection process and ask questions about flying for one of the world’s largest international airlines.Who can attend?The sessions are aimed at experienced commercial pilots interested in joining Emirates’ expanding fleet, including candidates eligible for the airline’s new Direct Entry Captain programme.Pilots will receive information on:Career pathways and progression opportunitiesPilot recruitment and selection processTraining programmesWork schedules, rostering and annual leaveSalary packages, benefits and allowancesLiving and working in DubaiGlobal recruitment roadshowThe Emirates pilot recruitment campaign begins in Madrid, Spain, on August 6–7, before travelling across 14 countries in Europe, Asia, Africa and the Americas.The roadshows will continue until February, with stops in major aviation markets including Portugal, South Korea, the UK, Italy, Hungary, Greece, Mexico, Brazil, South Africa, Ireland, Belgium and the Netherlands.Emirates pilot recruitment roadshow datesSpain: Madrid — August 6–7Portugal: Lisbon — August 8–9South Korea: Seoul — September 2–3United Kingdom: London Gatwick — September 21–22United Kingdom: Manchester — September 23–24Italy: Milan — October 8–9Italy: Rome — October 10–11Hungary: Budapest — October 12–13Greece: Athens — October 15–16Mexico: Mexico City — November 2–3Brazil: São Paulo — November 6–7South Africa: Johannesburg — December 1–2South Africa: Cape Town — December 4–5Emirates said the recruitment drive is aimed at pilots looking to take the next step in their careers while experiencing the lifestyle and opportunities that come with being based in Dubai.