Pilot (for applicants who are not Air Canada Express pilots)

Description

Joining Air Canada means being part of an iconic Canadian company that connects Canada from coast to coast and to the rest of the world. Air Canada, recognized with numerous awards for its people, products and services, is a global leader and ranks among the 20 largest airlines in the world. Launch your career and proudly represent our airline by joining our diverse and dynamic team at the forefront of passenger air travel.

Air Canada has the most comprehensive global network in Canada and serves 180 destinations across six continents. We are proud to operate the largest percentage of large passenger aircraft in North America. Our growth plan includes adding more than 80 aircraft to our fleet over the next five years, including the largest widebody order in Canada.

To support its extensive commercial network, Air Canada operates seven fleet types, ranging from the A220 to the Boeing 777. Air Canada pilots therefore benefit from unparalleled opportunities to command state-of-the-art aircraft to some of the world’s most desirable destinations.

Air Canada offers excellent career prospects for pilots. According to the most recent information, it takes three to five years to become a Captain - Narrowbody, with average salaries between $255,000 and $291,000, plus expenses. It takes 11 to 15 years to become a Captain - Widebody, with average salaries between $315,000 and $397,000, plus expenses. The airline also offers a comprehensive range of benefits, including a pension plan and an annual profit-sharing plan.

Air Canada pilots operate flights from one of our four crew bases: Montreal, Toronto, Winnipeg and Vancouver. They typically begin their careers as First Officers on domestic flights or as relief pilots on long-haul international flights.

What to expect with us?

Your well-being, and that of your family, matters to us. The Keys to Your Full Potential program (UBY) supports our commitment to employees. UBY supports Air Canada employees in four key areas of overall well-being: workplace health, mental health, financial health, and health and wellness. The program also gives employees access to a network of counselors and therapists, as well as various articles, webinars and events.

Would you like to explore the world or visit family and friends abroad? Our industry-leading travel privileges provide you, your family and friends with special fares and passes to travel on Air Canada. You will also benefit from reciprocal privileges with other carriers worldwide.

Qualifications

• 2000 hours of fixed-wing aircraft flight time
• Ability to meet Air Canada and Transport Canada medical and visual acuity requirements to obtain a Class 1 medical certificate
• Holders of a Canadian Airline Transport Pilot Licence, instrument flight qualification for multi-engine aircraft - group 1
• Canadian passport
• Eligibility to obtain a restricted area identity card (RAIC)
• Eligibility to work in Canada and to travel without restriction throughout the Air Canada network. Obtaining any permits, visas or other authorizations that may be required is the sole responsibility of applicants

Pilot applications far exceed vacancies. Preference will therefore be given to candidates whose qualifications exceed the basic requirements. Examples of additional desirable qualifications include:

• A three- or four-year college or university degree
• A college diploma in aviation
• Flight experience in a commercial or military environment
• Multi-crew jet or turboprop flight experience

Diversity and inclusion

Air Canada is firmly committed to diversity and inclusion, and seeks to create a healthy, accessible and rewarding workplace that highlights the unique contribution of our employees to the success of our Company.

As an employer that provides equal access to employment, we welcome applications from all individuals in order to build a workforce that is diverse and representative of the communities where we live and serve our customers.

Air Canada thanks all applicants for their interest. However, we will only contact candidates selected to proceed further in the process.

We are aware that third-party coaching programs are offered regarding Air Canada pilot interview questions. Air Canada does not endorse any organization that prepares candidates for our interviews. It is easy to identify candidates who attend an interview with pre-prepared questions from such agencies, and they will be assessed accordingly. Interview questions are regularly changed. Providing ready-made answers is likely to result in an unfavorable assessment of your suitability for a pilot position at Air Canada.