First Officer (Direct Entry)

Job Location
Hong Kong S.A.R., Asia Pacific
Job Role
Pilot
Contract Type
Full-Time
Salary
Posted Date
2026-01-12
Job Expiry Date
2026-02-11
Qualification
High School

Requirements


Apply now to become a Hong Kong-based First Officer if you meet the following requirements:

  • ICAO Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) or Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) with a Multi Engine Instrument Rating (MEIR) and same state ATPL examinations credits – obtained without exemption or conversion
  • ICAO Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) or Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) with a Multi Engine Instrument Rating (MEIR) and same state ATPL examinations credits – obtained without exemption or conversionItem 2 of 4, A valid Class 1 Medical Certificate
  • A valid Class 1 Medical Certificate, ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 4 or above
  • ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 4 or aboveItem 4 of 4, Minimum total flying time of 1,500 hours (3,000 hours preferred) including: Minimum 500 hours as P1, of which a maximum 250 hours can be P1 U/S.
  • Minimum total flying time of 1,500 hours (3,000 hours preferred) including: 
  • Minimum 500 hours as P1, of which a maximum 250 hours can be P1 U/S.
  • (Please refer to the HKCAD DCA607 and Important Notes for details of the specific requirements for ATPL(A))


And including A) or B) below


A) Civil aircraft for multi-crew operations with MTOW >45,000 kg

  • Item 1 of 1, 500 hours
  • 500 hours


Or


  • B) 1,500 Hours on civil aircraft certified for multi-crew operations with MTOW >10,000 kg or aircraft certified and configured for more than 19 passengers, including:Item 1 of 1, 500 hours (including at least 250 P1 and/or P1 U/S hours) in the preceding 5 years;
  • 500 hours (including at least 250 P1 and/or P1 U/S hours) in the preceding 5 years;


Or


  • Item 1 of 1, 100 sectors in the preceding 5 years
  • 100 sectors in the preceding 5 years


The selection process consists of pre-employment medical check (including HKCAD Class 1 medical*) and background check (including criminal records).

 

Successful candidates will be considered for the position on any fleet type that Cathay Pacific operates, including A321neo, A330, A350, B777 and B747.

 

*Refer to HKCAD policy for the full requirement for fitness to fly (HKCAD Aeromedical). As the position you are applying for is a Safety Sensitive Role you are also required to pass a pre-employment drug test. Testing will be done following the HKCAD Guidance for screening of Psychoactive Substances - Annex B, CAD373 (CAD373). 


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