Captains – Join Wizz Air UK (UK CAA ATPL)

📍 Base/Job Location: London Luton or London Gatwick (United Kingdom)

🔧 License: UK CAA ATPL Required

🌍 AOC: Wizz Air United Kingdom

For those who may now be thinking about the next chapter closer to home , Wizz Air UK is expanding and welcoming experienced Direct Entry Captains to join our growing team in the United Kingdom.

This opportunity is based in the UK , with positions available at London Gatwick or London Luton .

If you are currently flying abroad and considering returning to the UK, we would be delighted to start the conversation.

Why Wizz Air UK?

Wizz Air is one of Europe’s fastest-growing low-cost airlines, operating a modern Airbus A320 family fleet on over 800 routes across nearly 200 destinations in 50+ countries.

Our UK operation continues to grow, offering pilots:

• A modern Airbus fleet
• Strong long-term career opportunities
• Competitive earnings potential
• Flexible roster options supporting work-life balance

✅ Eligibility

For Type-Rated Captains (A320)

• UK CAA ATPL
• Unrestricted right to live and work in the United Kingdom
• Minimum 3,500 factorized hours *
• Valid IR on Airbus A320
• 1,000 hours total as Commander on A320
• 500 PIC hours on A320 family
• Preferably flown 300 hours in the last 12 months *

For Non-Type Rated Captains

• UK CAA ATPL
• Unrestricted right to live and work in the United Kingdom
• Minimum 3,500 factorized hours *
• Valid IR on any type
• 1,500 hours on CS25 turbojet (MTOM > 50,000 kg)
• 1,000 hours as Commander on MTOM > 50,000 kg aircraft
• Preferably flown within the last 6 months *

*Factorized flying hours apply.

**Simulator/PICUS hours not included.

***Additional training may apply if recency requirements are not met.

💼 What We Offer

• Competitive salary with bonus for every 1,000 flight hours
• Indefinite and secure employment contract
• Opportunities for career development (Instructor, LTC, Management Pilot roles)
• Industry-leading training
• Travel benefits across the Wizz Air network
• Loss of license, travel and life insurance
• Young, sustainable Airbus A320 family fleet
• Flexible or fixed roster options supporting work-life balance

📄 Application Checklist

Please prepare the following documents:

• CV / Resume
• Optional cover letter
• Passport copy
• UK CAA ATPL
• Class 1 Medical
• Pilot logbook details

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✈️ Considering your next step closer to home?

If you are an experienced Captain flying internationally and exploring opportunities in the United Kingdom, we would be happy to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the WIZZ family.

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