One of the world’s largest airline brands, Emirates, will organize career meetings in Istanbul to recruit Turkish pilots for its growing fleet.
Continuing its growth in the global aviation sector, Emirates has accelerated pilot recruitment in line with increasing passenger demand and its expanding flight network. The Dubai-based airline will hold special career meetings in Istanbul on June 19-20 in order to recruit experienced Turkish pilots.
At the events in Istanbul, pilot candidates will have the opportunity to receive detailed information about Emirates’ recruitment processes, career opportunities, training programs, and the privileges offered by the company. Participants will also be able to meet one-on-one with pilots actively serving in the Emirates fleet and receive direct answers to their questions.
Emirates Will Meet Pilot Candidates in Istanbul
The pilot career meetings will take place at 10:00 and 13:00 on June 19, and at 10:00 on June 20 at Lazzoni Hotel, located within CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel in Istanbul.
The events will be open to experienced pilots planning to apply for the following positions:
- First Officer
- Direct Entry Captain
- Accelerated Command Programme
- No Pre-Registration Requirement
According to the statement made by Emirates, pre-registration is not required to attend the career meetings. Candidates will only need to attend one of the specified sessions.
Emirates Sends “Dubai” Message to Turkish Pilots
Emirates Türkiye, Bulgaria, and Romania Country Manager Mehmet Gürkaynak stated that the company continues to recruit new talent to support its global growth.
In his statement, Gürkaynak emphasized that Emirates pilots operate one of the world’s youngest and most modern wide-body fleets and said:
“We Aim to Recruit More Pilots from Türkiye”
“Emirates pilots fly to more than 150 destinations across six continents. While our pilots receive comprehensive training at our state-of-the-art training centers, they also have the opportunity to live and work in one of the world’s most dynamic cities, Dubai. We aim to recruit more experienced pilots from Türkiye to join our team.”
Massive Growth in the Emirates Fleet
With a flight network covering 152 destinations, Emirates is one of the world’s largest international airlines and has also accelerated its fleet investments.
While 21 of the 65 Airbus A350 aircraft ordered by the company have already been delivered, Emirates is also preparing to add 270 Boeing 777X aircraft currently on order to its fleet.
As part of this growth plan, the airline’s demand for pilots is expected to increase even further in the coming years.
Benefits Offered to Pilots Draw Attention
Emirates also stands out in the global aviation sector with the advantages it offers to its pilots and their families.
Benefits Offered to Emirates Pilots
- Tax-free salary system
- 42 days of annual leave
- Annual flight tickets for family members
- Accommodation provided by the airline
- Educational support for children
- Health, dental, and life insurance
- Special discounted travel benefits for family and friends
State-of-the-Art Training Center
Successful candidates will be included in a comprehensive training program at the Emirates Pilot Training Center in Dubai. Emirates’ new training center, established with an investment of approximately 135 million dollars, stands out with advanced full-flight simulators for the A350 and Boeing 777X aircraft.
The massive facility, exceeding 63,000 square meters, is aimed to become one of the world’s most advanced pilot training centers.
Application Details
Detailed information about the pilot recruitment process and position criteria can be accessed through Emirates’ official career platform.
Emirates Pilot Careers Page
https://www.emiratesgroupcareers.com/pilots/
