Aviationfly receives a lot of inquiries as to how to become a Pilot with SalamAir. So, to assist those who aspire to work with SalamAir, we have gathered the following information to give you an overview. This guide contains information you would need as you prepare on becoming a Pilot with SalamAir.
SalamAir utilizes 6 Airbus A320neo aircraf, 1 Airbus A321neo, 7 Airbus A321neo; making it the 1st Omani carrier to utilize these highly rated single-aisle aircraft.
Number of Pilots at SalamAir: If we assume 6 crew (12 pilots) per aircraft to run efficient airline operations that would mean that SalamAir has approximately 168 pilots.
The information provided below is based on the official website of SalamAir. We have provided you with the information as accurately as possible. However, we highly encourage you to always check with the airline directly to keep updated on their hiring statutes, opening of other pilot pathways or cadet pilot programs, and additional requirements, if any.
There are two ways to become a SalamAir Pilot; one is a direct application to SalamAir (this is mostly done by experienced pilots) and another is through the SalamAir Cadet Pilot Program.
Apply as a licensed pilot directly to SalamAir
As long as you hold a Commercial Pilot License (CPL) or an Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL), you may apply as a First Officer to SalamAir provided that you meet all the minimum requirements including the minimum number of required flight hours experience.
Note: As of this writing, there is no published data on SalamAir’s careers page about the minimum requirements on how you can apply as a First Officer. We will update this page once the said information becomes available. Also, we encourage you to regularly check SalamAir’s website.
Join SalamAir Cadet Pilot Program
SalamAir posted on its careers page, on September 8, the opening of its Cadet Pilot Program.
Salam Air ab-initio training program is designed to qualify a CPL pilot having zero flight hours to fly A320 aircraft. The training program is structured in way that ensures that such pilots are effectively trained to attain A320 type-rating. The training will be conducted in accordance with an approved training manual.
The applicant shall meet the following qualification requirements in order to enter the ab-initio training program
Requirements
- Frozen ATPL
- 200 hours flying on aircraft
- Class 1 medical
- High school certificate
- IELTS level 5.0
- ELP level 4
- Age 35 years or less
- All documents must be valid for at least 6 months on the date of joining
SalamAir Pilot Salary
Please contact SalamAir directly to learn more.
Disclaimer
The information provided is based on the official website of SalamAir. We have provided you with the information as accurately as possible. However, we highly encourage you to always check the SalamAir website directly to keep updated on their hiring statutes, the opening of pilot pathways or cadet pilot programs, and additional requirements, if any.
Last Update: October 2024
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